El Chilar Whole Ginger Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
EL Chilar Huff is recalling El Chilar Whole Ginger because the product contains undeclared sulfites. Consumers with this product should stop using it.
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 3/5 (High).
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 recall involves undeclared sulfites, which are a common allergen. Per the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens is classified as High severity.
Plain-English summary
EL Chilar Huff is recalling 1,236 units (103 dozens) of El Chilar Whole Ginger, NET WT 1.25 Oz (35g). The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared sulfites.
The affected product is identified by Lot Number 918 with an expiration date of 09/2018. The distribution pattern is listed as U.S. Consignees only.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- El Chilar Whole Ginger, NET WT 1.25 Oz (35g)
- Manufacturer
- EL Chilar Huff
- Category
- Food — Spices / Herbs
- Hazard
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 918 (expiration date: 09/2018)
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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