Wismettac Asian Foods Recalled Spice Seasoning Products Due to Undeclared Sesame Seeds
On February 14, 2022, Wismettac Asian Foods recalled the Shirakiku brand Spice Seasoning products due to sesame seeds not listed on the label. The affected products include Spice Ichimi Togarashi and Spice Shichimi Togarashi, sold in 10.58 oz (300 g) clear plastic packaging. Consumers can easily identify the recalled products by checking the lot number 12262023 and the UPC code 074410341169, which can be found on the package. The recalled products were distributed to restaurants and retail stores in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, Il, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI. Consumers who have purchased the recalled products can return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
While no allergic reactions have been reported so far, people with sesame seed allergies are at risk of developing itchy eyes and nose, rashes, vomiting, and in rare cases, life-threatening symptoms.
If you have further questions, please contact the company at recall@wismettacusa.com.
