Global Commodities Recalls Dry Figs for Undeclared Sulfites
Global Commodities Inc. is recalling 93 cases of Aahu Barah dry figs due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. The product was distributed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class III
Class III is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
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 III, which indicates a low probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard involves undeclared sulfites, a common allergen, but no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Global Commodities Inc. is recalling 93 cases of Aahu Barah, Dry Fig, Net Wt. 1 Lb, Product of Pakistan. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared sulfites. The affected product has a Best Before date of December 2019.
The recalled dry figs were distributed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia. The product is a 1-pound package of dried figs originating from Pakistan.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions. Individuals with sulfite sensitivity should be particularly cautious regarding this recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- AAHU BARAH, DRY FIG, NET WT. 1 LB, PRODUCT OF PAKISTAN
- Manufacturer
- GLOBAL COMMODITIES INC
- Category
- Food — Dried Fruit
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 93
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 2019
Distribution
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