The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1457-2013·Announced 2013-06-05

Hong Lee Trading Recalls Preserved Apricots for Undeclared Sulfites and Dye

Hong Lee Trading Inc. is recalling 30 cases of preserved apricots nationwide due to undeclared sulfites and Yellow #5 dye.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Hong Lee Trading Inc. is recalling 30 cases of Preserved Apricots (300gr/10.6oz) distributed nationwide. The product is packed for Hong Lee Trading Inc. in Brooklyn, NY, and is a product of Vietnam.

The recall was initiated after sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites (108.8 ppm) and undeclared Yellow #5. These ingredients were not listed on the product label.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Preserved Apricots -- NET WEIGHT 300gr (10.6oz) -- Ingredient: Salt, apricot, refined sugar. Firm on label: packed for Hong Lee Trading Inc., 225 Johnson Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11203. Product of Vietnam.
Manufacturer
Hong Lee Trading Inc
Category
Food — Preserved Fruit
Hazard
Affected units
30

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)

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Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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