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Critical RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Packaged & Processed

Melissa's Hot Kimchi Recalled for Undeclared Fish Allergen

Agency Publication Date: February 1, 2024
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Summary

World Variety Produce Inc. is recalling 124 cases of Melissa's Hot Kimchi (14 oz) because it contains fish which is not listed on the ingredient label. The recalled product was distributed to retailers in California, Texas, and Florida. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in connection with this recall.

Risk

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects 14 oz (397g) jars of Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage with the UPC barcode 045235154214.
  2. Check the packaging for 'Best By Date 03-15-2024' to identify if your jar is part of the recall.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact World Variety Produce Inc. at 1-800-588-0151 or visit www.melissas.com for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 1: Full Refund
How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage (14 oz)
Variants: Hot
UPC Codes:
045235154214
Date Ranges: Best By Date 03-15-2024

Produced on equipment that also processes products containing fish.

Product Images

Image 3 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Top of Jar Product Label

Image 3 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Top of Jar Product Label

Image 4 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Photograph of case

Image 4 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Photograph of case

Image 5 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) incorrect label

Image 5 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) incorrect label

Image 1 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Product Label on Jar

Image 1 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) Product Label on Jar

Image 2 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) UPC and Nutrition Facts Panel on Jar

Image 2 - Melissa's Hot Kimchi โ€“ Net Wt. 14oz (397g) UPC and Nutrition Facts Panel on Jar

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 93705
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's
Sold By: Retailers in CA, TX, and FL
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 124 cases
Distributed To: California, Texas, Florida

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