The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1189-2019·Announced 2019-03-20

Hikari Miso Recalled for Missing English Soy Allergen Labeling

Hikari Miso International is recalling Hikari Enjuku Koji Miso Mutenka because the product lacks English labeling, failing to declare soy as an allergen.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (soy), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries are reported.

Plain-English summary

Hikari Miso International, Inc. is recalling Hikari Enjuku Koji Miso Mutenka, a 26.6 oz. plastic tub product. The recall involves 224 cases, with 8 tubs per case, distributed to one distributor in California. The affected product has a Best Before date of 28.OCT. 2019 and UPC 4 905663 003007.

The recall was initiated because the miso product, manufactured in Japan, was distributed in the US without English labeling. Consequently, soy beans were not properly declared on the label as an allergen. This labeling deficiency poses a risk to consumers with soy allergies who may not be able to identify the allergen on the packaging.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantry for the specific UPC and Best Before date. If found, they should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Hikari Enjuku Koji Miso Mutenka; 26.6 oz. plastic tub with lid. UPC 4 905663 003007
Manufacturer
Hikari Miso International, Inc.
Category
Food — Miso / Fermented Soybean Paste
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Best Before 28.OCT. 2019

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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