FDA-Food2026-05-06Class IIMISBRANDING
Ganesha Enterprises KLG Kesar Mukhwas recalled for undeclared food colorings and unapproved dye
What this means
Ganesha Enterprises' KLG brand Kesar Mukhwas (a traditional Indian mouth freshener) contains undeclared food colorings—Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Yellow 5—plus an unapproved artificial dye called Acid Red 14. These were not listed on the package label. The product was distributed in California, Georgia, Illinois, New York, and Tennessee.
- Check if you have this product (UPC 818812022208, 200 gm pouch, expiration up to 07/2027).
- Do not eat it.
- Return it to the store where you bought it, or contact Ganesha Enterprises for a refund.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Undeclared food colorings (Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Yellow 5) and unapproved Acid Red 14.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Product was distributed in the following states: CA, GA, IL, NY, and TN.
Affected count
347 pieces/ 200 gm pouch
Manufactured in
5200 Sigstrom Dr, Carson City, NV, United States
Products
KLG, Kesar Mukhwas, perishable, 24 months, flexible plastic, 200 gm, 818812022208, Ganesha Enterprises LLC, 5200 Sigstrom Drive, Carson City, Nevada 89706 USA.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0683-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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