The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1429-2015·Announced 2015-03-25

Korean Food Co. Recalls Kimchi for Undeclared Shellfish

Korean Food Co. is recalling Go hyang Mak Kimchi in 32 oz and half-gallon sizes because the product contains undeclared shellfish (shrimp).

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which corresponds to a Critical severity score of 5 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Korean Food Co. is recalling Go hyang Mak Kimchi in 32-ounce and half-gallon sizes. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared shellfish (shrimp) in the product.

The affected products were manufactured between December 1, 2014, and January 23, 2015, and were distributed in Texas and Oklahoma. No lot codes or manufacturing codes are applied to the products.

Consumers with these products should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase or contact the manufacturer for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Go hyang Mak Kimchi 32 oz (UPC 042053138101) Product of U.S.A. TX. 972.790.4800 1311 Lukest, Irving, TX 75061; Go hyang Mak Kimchi 1/2 Gal (UPC 042053137302) Product of U.S.A. TX. 972.790.4800 1311 Lukest, Irving, TX. 75061
Manufacturer
Korean Food Co.

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Korean Food Co.

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