Low riskFDA FoodClass III

Wonton Specialists pan fried noodles recalled for undeclared Red No. 40 dye

Wonton Specialist Inc. pan fried noodles in 16 oz and 5 lb bags contain FD&C Red No. 40, a food dye that is not declared on the label. This poses a risk to people with allergies or sensitivities to artificial dyes, and to those who avoid the ingredient for religious or personal reasons. About 500 bags were distributed in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. Check your pantry for Wonton Specialists pan fried noodles in 16 oz or 5 lb clear plastic bags.
  2. If you have this product and have a sensitivity or allergy to food dyes, do not eat it.
  3. Contact the retailer or Wonton Specialist Inc. for a refund or replacement.

Is yours affected?

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Product
Wonton Specialist Inc. Pan Fried Noodle, 16 oz and 5lb packaged in clear plastic bags
Sold in
NY, NJ, PA
Made for
Adults

This recall covers 6 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
500 bags
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
317 325 Ten Eyck Street, N/A, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Classification
Class III
Recall number
H-1320-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
Wonton Specialist Inc. Pan Fried Noodle, 16 oz and 5lb packaged in clear plastic bags Undeclared FD&C Red No. 40 No codes. Distribution: NY, NJ, PA Affected quantity: 500 bags
Hazard
Undeclared FD&C Red No. 40

6 products in this recall

Wonton Specialist noodles and skins recalled for undeclared red dye

Wonton Specialist Inc. is recalling six products sold as pan fried noodles, wonton noodles, lo mein noodles, cooked noodles, wonton skins and dumpling skins. The products contain FD&C Red No. 40, a synthetic food dye, but the dye is not listed on the label. The products were distributed in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and no injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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