Tengen USA Trading Corp Recalls YO!MAN Lettuce Due to Undeclared Cyclamates
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Tengen USA Trading Corp has initiated a voluntary recall of YO!MAN Lettuce (Spicy Flavor) distributed in five states because the product contains undeclared cyclamates.
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What Happened
Tengen USA Trading Corp of Brooklyn, NY, has issued a voluntary recall for its YO!MAN Lettuce (Spicy Flavor) product. The recall was initiated after it was determined that the product contains undeclared cyclamates, an artificial sweetener. The FDA has classified this as a Class III recall.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following specific product:
- Product Name: YO!MAN LETTUCE (SPICY FLAVOR)
- Net Weight: 4.42oz (125g)
- UPC: 4 895235 529626
- Code Info: 2024-08-01 (production date)
- Quantity: 26 cases
- Distribution: The product was distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas.
The product is a product of China and has a shelf life of 9 months.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased the affected YO!MAN Lettuce are advised not to consume the product. The items should be returned to the place of purchase or discarded. For further inquiries, consumers can contact Tengen USA Trading Corp at their Brooklyn address: 262 48th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220.
Why This Matters
This recall is necessary because the product contains cyclamates, which are not approved for use as a food additive in the United States. A Class III classification indicates that the use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences, but the product violates FDA labeling and ingredient regulations.
Source
Information provided by the FDA. Recall Number: H-0526-2026. Event ID: 98357.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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