A & S Food Trading Inc. recalls Hua Zhi Ying Gourd Candy due to undeclared sulfites and FD&C Blue 1. Consumers should check product labels for the specific batch.
The product was found to contain undeclared sulfites and FD&C Blue # 1 based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
A & S Food Trading Inc. is recalling Hua Zhi Ying Gourd Candy because it contains undeclared sulfites and FD&C Blue 1. This poses a risk for people with allergies to sulfites or blue dyes.
The candy contains sulfites and FD&C Blue 1, which are not listed on the label. Sulfites can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, and FD&C Blue 1 is a food dye that may cause reactions in some people.
People with sulfite allergies or sensitivities to FD&C Blue 1 are most at risk. This recall affects consumers who purchased the specific candy product.
Check for the product name 'Hua Zhi Ying Gourd Candy', 250g (8.8oz) cartons with 40 units each. The manufacturer is A & S Food Trading Inc. from Brooklyn, NY.
Look for the product name 'Hua Zhi Ying Gourd Candy', 250g (8.8oz) cartons with 40 units each.
The product contains undeclared sulfites and FD&C Blue 1, which may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. It is not safe for people with sulfite allergies or sensitivities to blue dyes.
Check for the product name 'Hua Zhi Ying Gourd Candy', 250g (8.8oz) cartons with 40 units each, manufactured by A & S Food Trading Inc. in Brooklyn, NY.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking the product label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send A & S Food Trading Inc. to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0218-2016 — A & S Food Trading Inc. A & S Food Trading Inc. Hello, I own a A & S Food Trading Inc. that is covered by recall F-0218-2016 from A & S Food Trading Inc.. 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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