Watan Dried Apricots Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
Global Commodities Inc. is recalling Watan Dried Apricots because they contain high levels of undeclared sulfites.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 severity score of at least 4 per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Global Commodities Inc. is recalling Watan Dry Fruits Premium Quality Natural Dried Apricot with Pitt in 1 lb and 0.50 lb packages. The product is produced in Pakistan and imported by Global Commodities Inc. in New York, USA.
The recall was initiated because the product contains high levels of undeclared sulfites, specifically 2901 ppm. Sulfites are a common food allergen that can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
The recall involves 81 cases, with each case containing 30 lbs of product. The affected product has a Best Before date of December 2018. Distribution was reported in Virginia, New York, North Carolina, Missouri, Florida, Georgia, Maine, and New Jersey. Consumers should check their pantries for this product and stop using it if found.
The recalled product
- Product
- WATAN DRY FRUITS PREMIUM QUALITY NATURAL DRIED APRICOT WITH PITT, NET WT. 1 LB, and 0.50 LB, PRODUCE OF PAKISTAN, IMPORT BY: GLOBAL COMMODITIES INC. NEW YORK USA,
- Manufacturer
- Global Commodities Inc
- Category
- Food — Dried Fruit
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)
- Best Before: December 2018
Distribution
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