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Sweetened jujube recalled because presence of sulfites was not revealed on packages


Northern Food I/E Inc., of Westbury, NY, is recalling all lots and codes of its 8.3-ounce (235-gram) packages of “Lukai sweetened jujube” because they may contain undeclared sulfites. 

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed that the sulfite containing product was distributed in packages that did not reveal the presence of sulfites.

People who have a sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide. 

Recalled product:

  • Northern Food I/E Inc.’s “Lukai sweetened jujube”
  • The product comes in an 8.3 ounce red and yellow plastic package. 
  • The product UPC code is 6921996166881.

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses or adverse reactions involving this product have been reported.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. 

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