FDA-Food2025-12-31Class IICHEMICAL

Zimi Kunefe frozen pastry recalled for prohibited trans fats

Throw out recalled Zimi Kunefe pastry

Zimi Kunefe frozen kunefe (a Middle Eastern pastry) contains partially hydrogenated oils, which are banned in foods sold in the US. The FDA detected this prohibited ingredient in specific lots distributed across multiple states.

  • Check your freezer for Zimi Kunefe with lot numbers 048025, 122025, or 248025
  • Do not eat the product
  • Throw it away or return it to where you bought it
  • Contact Karabetian Import and Distribution, Inc. if you have questions
Hazard

partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) in foods exported to the US

Sold states
Distributed in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ND, OR, TX, WA, and WI.
Affected count
338 boxes across all recalled products
Manufactured in
2450 Crystal St, N/A, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Products
Product: Zimi Kunefe Ready to eat (Frozen) Package Size and quantity per case: 380 g paper carton/tray - 9/case UPC: 5201592015822

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0332-2026

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