The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1214-2019·Announced 2019-03-20

JOY Garlic Paste Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites

JOY Gourmet Foods LLC is recalling specific jars of garlic paste because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey should check their pantries.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text describes a labeling error (undeclared sulfites) without reporting any illnesses or injuries. This aligns with the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination.

Plain-English summary

JOY Gourmet Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling JOY Garlic Paste in 26 oz and 8 oz jars. The recall is being issued because the product contains undeclared sulfites, which is a labeling error that poses a risk to consumers with sulfite sensitivities.

The affected products are identified by the following UPCs: 6 80617 60003 1 (26 oz) and 6 80617 60004 8 (8 oz). The recall covers specific production dates and codes: 0227, 0425, 0709, 0813, and 01106, corresponding to dates of 2/27/2019, 4/25/2019, 7/9/2019, 8/13/2019, and 11/6/2019. The product was distributed in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.

Consumers who have purchased these specific jars should check their pantries and dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase. Individuals with known sulfite allergies or sensitivities should avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
JOY Garlic Paste NET WT 26 OZ (737 g) UPC: 6 80617 60003 1 and NET WT 8 OZ (228g) UPC: 6 80617 60004 8
Manufacturer
JOY GOURMET FOODS LLC
Category
Food — Condiments
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 (9)

  • 0227
  • 0425
  • 0709
  • 0813
  • 01106 2/27/2019
  • 4/25/2019
  • 7/9/2019
  • 8/13/2019
  • 11/6/2019

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 11 recalled by JOY GOURMET FOODS LLC under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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