Global Commodities Inc recalls WATAN DRY FRUITS PREMIUM QUALITY NATURAL DRIED APRICOT WITH PITT, NET WT. 1 LB, and 0.50 LB, PRODUCE OF PAKISTAN,
Global Commodities Inc recalls WATAN dried apricots (1lb & 0.5lb) from Pakistan due to high sulfite levels (2901 ppm) that may cause allergic reactions. Consumers should check labels and contact the company.
Lower-risk recall
Product contains high levels of undeclared sulfites (2901 ppm).
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What happened, in plain English
Global Commodities Inc is recalling WATAN dried apricots (1 lb and 0.5 lb) from Pakistan because they contain high levels of undeclared sulfites (290:1 ppm). This poses a risk of allergic reactions for sensitive individuals. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/19095-watan-dried-apricots-recall-high-sulfites-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/19095-watan-dried-apricots-recall-high-sulfites-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1565-2018
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“WATAN Dried Apricots Recall: High Sulfites Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/19095-watan-dried-apricots-recall-high-sulfites-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-1565-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1565-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The product contains high levels of sulfites (2901 ppm), which are chemicals used to preserve food. Sulfites can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, including hives, swelling, or breathing difficulties.
Who’s affected
People who purchased WATAN dried apricots (1 lb or 0.5 lb) from Global Commodities Inc in the U.S. are affected. Those with sulfite allergies are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for WATAN Dried Apricots Premium Quality Natural Dried Apricot with Pitt, 1 lb or 0.5 lb, produced in Pakistan, imported by Global Commodities Inc, with a best before date of December 2018.
- Brand
WATAN- Category
Food
What to do — step by step
Check Product Label
Look for the product name and weight on the label to confirm if it matches the recalled items.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to eat?
The product contains high levels of sulfites (2901 ppm) that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. It is not safe for those with sulfite allergies.
How can I get a refund?
The recall record does not mention refunds or returns. Consumers should contact Global Commodities Inc directly for assistance.
What is the best before date?
The best before date is December 2018, as stated in the product description.
Contact WATAN
We’ve drafted a message you can send WATAN to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1565-2018 — WATAN WATAN Hello, I own a WATAN that is covered by recall F-1565-2018 from WATAN. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #F-1565-2018 (May 25, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1565-2018 to see it in context.
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