The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-1974-2016·Announced 2016-08-31

Laxmi Nutkhhata Golden Raisins Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites

House of Spices is recalling Laxmi Nutkhhata Golden Raisins because they contain undeclared sulfites, a major food allergen.

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 classified this recall as Class I — 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. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "The product contained undeclared sulfites based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets"

Plain-English summary

House of Spices (india) Inc. is recalling 115 cases of Laxmi Nutkhhata Golden Raisins, Net Wt. 200g (7 oz). The product is distributed by House of Spice in Flushing, NY.

The recall was initiated because sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets found that the product contains undeclared sulfites. Sulfites are a major food allergen that can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals.

The affected product was distributed via retail stores in Florida, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The specific lot number is ABA20A2014. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries and dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
LAXMI NUTKHHAT Golden Raisins, Net Wt. 200g (7 oz), Product of USA -- Distributed by House of Spice Flushing, NY
Affected units
115

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)

  • Lot number: ABA20A2014

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

Same manufacturer · House Of Spices (india) Inc.

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