The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2032-2015·Announced 2015-05-06

Sunrise Foods Saffron Recalled for Unallowable Dyes and Undeclared Ingredients

Phil-Am Trading, Inc. is recalling Sunrise Foods Saffron (Kasvbha) because it contains unallowable dyes and undeclared FD&C Yellow #5.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text does not report any hospitalizations or significant injuries, and the hazard involves unallowable dyes rather than high-risk pathogens or common allergens, fitting the Moderate criteria for low-risk contamination or labeling issues.

Plain-English summary

Phil-Am Trading, Inc. is recalling 10 cases of Sunrise Foods Saffron (Kasvbha), Net Wt. 1 oz. (29g). The product is a product of the Philippines, manufactured by Sunrise Native Foods Product in Teresa, Rizal, Philippines. The recall was initiated because the product contains unallowable dyes, specifically Ponceau 4R (E124 - Acid Red 18) and Orange II (Acid Orange 7), as well as undeclared FD&C Yellow #5.

The affected saffron was distributed in New Jersey and New York. The source text does not specify a lot number, expiration date, or the number of units affected beyond the 10 cases mentioned in the structured data. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in the source text.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact Phil-Am Trading, Inc. for further instructions or a refund. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Sunrise Foods Saffron (Kasvbha), Net Wt. 1 oz. (29g), Product of the Philippines, Manufactured by: Sunrise Native Foods Product, GMC May-Tamo Bagungbayan Teresa, Rizal, Philippines
Affected units
10

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Phil-Am Trading, Inc.

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