CA Firm Recalls Shiso Katsuo Ninniku

Niitakaya USA Inc. of Montebello, CA, is recalling All Best By dates of its 5.2 ounce (147 gram) packages of #3700 Shiso Katsuo Ninniku /#3701 Miso Katsuo Ninniku because they may contain undeclared Allergen of Fish (Bonito).  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Fish (Bonito) was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of “Containing allergen: Fish (Bonito)”.

Shiso Katsuo Ninniku is a pickled product.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/niitakaya-usa-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-allergen-fish-bonito-3700-shiso-katsuo-ninniku3701
Niitakaya USA Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergen of Fish (Bonito) in #3700 Shiso Katsuo Ninniku/#3701 Miso Katsuo Ninniku

Summary
Company Announcement Date:  September 04, 2024
FDA Publish Date:  September 05, 2024
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Fish (Bonito)
Company Name:  Niitakaya USA Inc.
Brand Name:  Niitakaya
Product Description:  Shiso Katsuo Ninniku & Miso Katsuo Ninniku

Company Announcement

Niitakaya USA Inc. of Montebello, CA, is recalling All Best By dates of its 5.2 ounce (147 gram) packages of #3700 Shiso Katsuo Ninniku /#3701 Miso Katsuo Ninniku because they may contain undeclared Allergen of Fish (Bonito). People who have allergies to fish run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled #3700 Shiso Katsuo Ninniku /#3701 Miso Katsuo Ninniku were distributed nationwide to retail stores and through distributors.

The product comes in a 5.2 ounce (147 grams), clear plastic package marked with Niitakaya logo on the top. The product images are below. The Best By date will be located in the top back part of the package.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Fish (Bonito) was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of “Containing allergen: Fish (Bonito)”.

Distribution of the product has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased 5.2 ounce (147 grams) packages of #3700 Shiso Katsuo Ninniku and #3701 Miso Katsuo Ninniku are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund, if allergic to fish. Consumers with questions may contact the company Monday to Friday 7AM-3PM PDT at 323-720-5050.