JOY Ginger Garlic Paste Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
JOY Gourmet Foods LLC is recalling specific sizes of Ginger Garlic Paste because the product contains undeclared sulfites. The recall affects products distributed in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.
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 undeclared sulfites, a common allergen. Per the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens is classified as High severity (Score 3), particularly when no specific illnesses are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
JOY Gourmet Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling JOY Ginger Garlic Paste in 8 oz (228g) and 26 oz (737g) sizes. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared sulfites. Sulfites are a common food allergen that must be declared on the label to allow consumers with sulfite sensitivities to avoid the product.
The affected products are identified by the following UPCs: 6 80617 60006 2 for the 8 oz size and 6 80617 60005 5 for the 26 oz size. The recall includes products with the following codes and dates: 0228, 0509, 01112, 2/28/2019, 5/9/2019, and 11/12/2019. The product was distributed in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.
Consumers with sulfite sensitivities should avoid consuming the recalled product. Individuals who have consumed the product and are experiencing symptoms should contact their healthcare provider. Consumers may return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- JOY Ginger Garlic Paste NET WT 8 OZ (228g), UPC:6 80617 60006 2 and NET WT 26 OZ (737g), UPC: 6 80617 60005 5
- Manufacturer
- JOY GOURMET FOODS LLC
- Category
- Food — Spices / Condiments
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 (5)
- 0228
- 0509
- 01112 2/28/2019
- 5/9/2019
- 11/12/2019
Distribution
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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