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Class II Recall

5000 Years Foods WHITE WHOLE KIMCHI in 128 oz, 64 oz, and 32 oz glass jars

5000 Years Foods, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for 5000 Years Foods WHITE WHOLE KIMCHI in 128 oz, 64 oz, and 32 oz glass jars by 5000 Years Foods, Inc.. Reason: potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Details

Source

Food Recall

External ID

F-0856-2021

Action Date

2021-08-18

Status

Terminated

Category

food

Product Description

5000 Years Foods WHITE WHOLE KIMCHI in 128 oz, 64 oz, and 32 oz glass jars

Lot/Code Info: 09052021 through 09252021

Quantity Affected: approximately 54,000 lbs total

Reason for Recall

potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Distribution

The recalled product was distributed in ILLINOIS where the product was further distributed and it reached customers through distributors to retail stores potentially nationwide.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-07-06

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

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

5000 Years Foods, Inc. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

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 (5000 Years Foods, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does 5000 Years Foods, Inc. have FDA actions?

5000 Years Foods, Inc. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "F-0856-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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