Kagro NSW Pty Ltd Recalls Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes Due to Plastic Contamination

Source: FSANZ · New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Kagro NSW Pty Ltd is recalling Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes (40g) sold in NSW and ACT Korean grocery stores due to the presence of plastic foreign matter.

What this FSANZ food recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by FSANZ on April 6, 2026 and geographically references New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Kagro NSW Pty Ltd has initiated a recall of Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes due to the discovery of foreign matter in the product. Specifically, the seaweed flakes may contain pieces of plastic.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall applies to the following product:

  • Product Name: Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes
  • Size: 40g
  • Date Marking: Use by 2026.08.20
  • Recall Number: FSANZ 2026 11

The affected product was sold at Korean grocery stores across New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not eat it. The item should be returned to the original place of purchase for a full refund. If you have concerns about your health after consuming this product, you should seek medical advice.

For further information, consumers can contact Kagro NSW Pty Ltd at (02) 9748 2235 or by email at kagro1@yahoo.com.

Why This Matters

The presence of foreign matter, such as plastic, in food products presents a physical hazard that may cause injury or illness if ingested.

Source

Information provided by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).

Original source: FSANZ Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FSANZ food recall.

What is this FSANZ food recall about?
Kagro NSW Pty Ltd is recalling Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes (40g) sold in NSW and ACT Korean grocery stores due to the presence of plastic foreign matter.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FSANZ. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Check with FSANZ for the most current geographic scope.
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