The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1301-2013·Announced 2013-04-17

Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Bean Paste Recalled for Peanut Mislabeling

Daesang America is recalling Sunchang Ssamjang bean paste because the English label omits peanut powder, a major allergen listed in Korean.

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 for a common allergen (peanut), which meets the criteria for a High severity score under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Daesang America, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste, 500 g (17.64 oz), UPC 880152435671. The recall is due to a labeling error: the product contains peanut powder, which is listed in the Korean ingredient statement but omitted from the English ingredient statement.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide from June 2012 to February 2013. A total of 1,070 cartons were distributed. All expiration dates are affected.

Consumers with peanut allergies should not consume the product. Individuals who have purchased the product should check their pantry for the specific UPC and contact Daesang America, Inc. at (201) 488-4010 for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste 500 g - Net Wt. 17.64 oz., UPC Code 880152435671 Distributed by: Daesang America, Inc. Hackensack, NJ 07601 TEL: (201) 488-4010 Product of Korea
Affected units
1,070

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.