CTF Brand Tapioca Pearl Recalled for Unapproved Undeclared Colors
New B.C.N. Trading Inc. is recalling CTF Brand Tapioca Pearl because it contains unapproved and undeclared colors. The product was distributed in MA, MD, NJ, NY, and PA.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
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 2/5 (Moderate).
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, which typically involves a reasonable probability of temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The hazard involves unapproved and undeclared colors, which is a labeling and compliance issue rather than a high-risk pathogen or severe injury risk.
Plain-English summary
New B.C.N. Trading Inc. is recalling CTF Brand Tapioca Pearl, Net Wt: 14 oz. (400G.). The product is manufactured by Combine Thai Foods Co., Ltd. in Thailand and carries UPC 8851381560506. The recall involves 30 cartons, with 50 packages per case.
The recall was initiated because the tapioca pearl contains unapproved and undeclared colors. This is a labeling and ingredient compliance issue.
The product was distributed in Massachusetts (MA), Maryland (MD), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), and Pennsylvania (PA). Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- CTF Brand Tapioca Pearl Net Wt: 14 oz. (400G.) Exporter: Combine Thai Foods Co., Ltd. 359/716-17 Spot Chalaem Nimit, Chalaem Nimit Rd. (Pradu 1) Bangkro, Bangkholaem, Bangkok 10120 Thailand Product of Thailand UPC 8851381560506
- Manufacturer
- New B.C.N. Trading Inc
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
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