The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-2170-2014·Announced 2014-07-16

Surma Distributors Recalls Golden Raisins Due to Undeclared Sulfites

Surma Distributors LLC is recalling HAQUE brand Golden Raisins because they contain undeclared sulfites, which can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The hazard is undeclared sulfites, which constitutes an allergen mislabeling risk for sensitive individuals. Per the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens is classified as High severity (Score 3). No Class I classification or reported illnesses were stated in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Surma Distributors LLC of Brooklyn, NY, is voluntarily recalling one product: HAQUE brand Golden Raisins, 7 oz. The product was found to contain undeclared sulfites (1329.2 ppm) based on sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.

Sulfites can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in some people, particularly those with asthma. Consumers who are allergic to sulfites should not consume this product.

The recalled product is distributed to the boroughs of Manhattan and Queens, NY. The recall involves no lot codes.

The recalled product

Product
HAQUE brand GOLDEN RAISINS, WT 7 OZ. --- SURMA DISTRIBUTORS LLC Brooklyn, NY 11237 --- Nutrition Facts: Serving Size 1/4 tsp (0.5 g), Servings 204

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)

  • No codes

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.