Tohato Caramel Corn snack recalled over presence of undeclared almond allergen
SINGAPORE — A recall has been issued for Tohato Caramel Corn Original Flavour products due to the presence of an undeclared almond allergen, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said on Friday (Feb 11).
SINGAPORE — A recall has been issued for Tohato Caramel Corn Original Flavour products due to the presence of an undeclared almond allergen, said the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said on Friday (Feb 11).
This comes after the Food Standards Australia New Zealand issued a recall alert for the same reason, SFA said.
As the implicated product was imported into Singapore, SFA has directed two importers, Redmart and JFC(S), to recall the product.
The recall is ongoing.
The implicated batches of snacks are in 80g packs and come from Japan. The affected batches of products have best-before dates up to and including:
- Jan 11, 2022
- Mar 12, 2022
- Apr 5, 2022
- Apr 12, 2022
- May 10, 2022
- May 13, 2022
- May 22, 2022
"Allergen in food could result in (an) allergic reaction in individuals who are sensitive to it," SFA said.
Under the Sale of Food (Food Regulation), food products containing ingredients that are known to cause hypersensitivity must be declared on food packaging labels to safeguard public health.
The agency added that the presence of treenut (almond) allergen does not pose a food safety issue to consumers at large, except for those who are allergic to almonds.
"Consumers who have purchased the affected product, and who are allergic to almonds, should not consume it," SFA said.
Those who have consumed the implicated product and have concerns about their health were advised to seek medical advice. They may also contact their point of purchase for enquiries. CNA
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