F-0724-2016 Class II Terminated
FDA food recall F-0724-2016 was initiated by Eastland Food Corporation on October 20, 2015 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets notified Eastland Food Corp. that they analyzed a sample of the shrimp powder and determined that the product contained FD&C Yellow #6, but the label… The recall status is terminated (terminated March 10, 2016). Affected quantity: 945 cases.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Food
- Report Date
- March 16, 2016
- Initiation Date
- October 20, 2015
- Termination Date
- March 10, 2016
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- 945 cases
Product Description
Maesri Brand Shrimp Powder, 6.oz
Reason for Recall
The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets notified Eastland Food Corp. that they analyzed a sample of the shrimp powder and determined that the product contained FD&C Yellow #6, but the label failed to declare its presence. Yellow #6 can cause an allergic reaction for a small population of individuals.
Distribution Pattern
The shrimp powder is manufactured in Thailand and imported to the United States by Eastland. Eastland then distributes the shrimp powder nationwide to retail stores.
Code Information
Item Code: 210240