Hawaii Firm Recalls Noodle Cups After Missing Egg Contributed by an Ingredient

Sun Noodle, of Honolulu, HI, is recalling approximately 37,158 cases of S&S CUP SAIMIN manufactured from May 9, 2023 – May 8, 2024, because the product may contain undeclared egg white powder.  This frozen product is sold in ready-to-heat cups as noodles with a separate fish cake that contains the allergen in question.  During Sun Noodle’s routine quality checks, the validation of supplier ingredients showed the use of egg white powder not disclosed on the labeling of the final assembled product.  

As part of the Allergen Control, it is critical to evaluate supplied ingredients for allergens and then ensure the design of the label includes those allergens.  In this case, it sounds as though the company did not design the cup labels with clear knowledge of what was in the purchased ingredients.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sun-noodle-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-ss-frozen-cup-saimin
Sun Noodle Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in S&S Frozen Cup Saimin
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 16, 2024
FDA Publish Date:  May 17, 2024
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May contain undeclared egg white powder
Company Name:  Sun Noodle
Brand Name:  S&S Cup
Product Description:   Saimin Noodles with Soup & Garnishes

Company Announcement

[HONOLULU, HI, May 16th, 2024] Sun Noodle is recalling approximately 37,158 cases of S&S CUP SAIMIN manufactured from May 9, 2023 – May 8, 2024, because they may contain undeclared egg white powder. Any product produced prior to May 9th, 2023 should have already been discarded due to expiration dates. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg, run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

S&S CUP SAIMIN was distributed across Hawaii, Fairfield CA, Sacramento CA, San Francisco CA, El Cerrito CA, Las Vegas NV, Reno NV, Provo UT, and St. George UT through distributors and retailers.

Product Name: S&S Cup Saimin – Noodles with Soup & Garnishes
Product UPC Code: 085315089056 and 085315089070

The following are the lot codes of the affected S&S Cup products:
Year 2023: Lot codes 1623129 - 1623365 (May 9th, 2023 - December 31st, 2023) Year 2024: Lot codes 1624001 - 1624129 (January 1st, 2024 - May 8th, 2024) The only affected lot codes will be increments between 1623129 – 1623365 or 1624001 - 1624129. The lot code can be found on the lid on the top of each S&S Saimin cup.

To date, no illnesses related to the consumption of this product have been reported.

This frozen product is sold in ready-to-heat cups as noodles with a separate fish cake that contains the allergen in question. Consumers microwave to cook and add hot water. During Sun Noodle’s routine quality checks, our validation of supplier ingredients showed the use of egg white powder not disclosed on our labeling of the final assembled product. As a precautionary measure, we urge consumers who have purchased the S&S Cup Saimin to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or concern this may cause and assure our customers that we are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety and quality of our products.

For any inquiries or concerns regarding this recall, customers can contact Sun Noodle directly at 888-735-7777 Monday – Friday 8:30 – 5:30 CST (monitored after hours & weekends) or by email at customercare@vistashore.com.