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Class I Recall

Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Napa Cabbage, Radish, Water, Garlic, Red P

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Na by World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's. Reason: Undeclared allergen; fish..

Details

Source

Food Recall

External ID

F-0817-2024

Action Date

2024-02-07

Status

Terminated

Category

food

Product Description

Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Napa Cabbage, Radish, Water, Garlic, Red Pepper, Organic Sugar Cane, Sea Salt, Calcium Lactate, Ginger, Onion, Sorbitol, and Xanthan Gum. Produce on equipment that also processes products containing fish. Distributed By: World Variety Produce, Inc. Los Angeles, CA 90051

Lot/Code Info: Best By Date 03-15-2024

Quantity Affected: 124 cases

Reason for Recall

Undeclared allergen; fish.

Distribution

U.S. distribution to the following: CA, TX, FL No foreign distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-12-22

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 56 food recalls issued in the same week, part of 204 food-related FDA actions this month.

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's have FDA actions?

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "F-0817-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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