Elevated risk U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Paras Premium Golden Raisins recall: Undeclared Sulfites

Recall published 1+ years ago

Undeclared Sulfites

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2 photos published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Undeclared allergen or ingredient

An ingredient subject to mandatory disclosure was left off the packaging, which is what the agency classes as misbranding.

What the notice says: Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

Why it matters: An ingredient that U.S. law requires to be declared is present but missing from the label. People who avoid that ingredient cannot make a safe choice from the packaging.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

An undeclared allergen is a danger only to people allergic or intolerant to that ingredient. For everyone else the food is safe. Reactions range from an itchy mouth, hives, stomach cramps or vomiting through to anaphylaxis — swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, a tight chest, wheezing, a sudden drop in blood pressure or collapse. If anaphylaxis is suspected, use an epinephrine auto-injector straight away and call 911, even if the symptoms seem to settle, because a second wave can follow hours later.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Published
January 7, 2025
Risk level
Elevated risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Paras
Product type
Other food products
Distribution
Massachusetts, New York
UPC codes
818051014811
Reports of harm
No illnesses have been reported to date.

Products covered by this recall

Premium Golden Raisins

What the company announced

Apna Wholesale Inc of Hicksville, NY, is recalling its 7oz and 14oz “Paras Premium Golden Raisins” because they contain undeclared Sulphur Dioxide (sulfites). Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

The recalled “Paras Premium Golden Raisins” were distributed in New York and Massachusetts through Apna Bazar Farmers Market retail stores. The product comes in 7oz and 14oz, clear plastic packages with UPC codes 818051014811 and 818051014828.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in “Paras Premium Golden Raisins” which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the “Paras Premium Golden Raisins” revealed they contained 56.8 milligrams per serving.

Consumers who have purchased “Paras Premium Golden Raisins are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 516-807-4555.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 4 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 818051014811

Model or item number

On the rating label, the box or the instruction sheet.

  • 14oz

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 7 oz
  • 14 oz

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Allergen

Paras — An ingredient subject to mandatory disclosure was left off the packaging, which is what the agency classes as misbranding.

  1. Read the official notice above for the exact ingredient involved, then check whether anyone in your home avoids it.
  2. Warn anyone else who eats from your kitchen, including schools and childminders.
  3. Report any reaction to the FDA so it is recorded against this recall.
  4. If nobody here avoids it, the product is safe to eat; the refund is still available if you would rather return it.

Refunds, and what else you can claim

The purchase price is the floor, not the ceiling. Where a recall caused you a real cost, say so.

  • Claim the refund at the store first; it is the fastest route and needs the least paperwork.
  • If you bought several packs over time, list them. Firms routinely settle for more than a single unit when a customer asks.
  • Medical costs, lost earnings or a spoiled event are not handled at the service desk. Write to the company contact on this page instead, with dates and documents.
  • Keep copies of everything you send. If a recall caused harm, that file is what any later claim rests on.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who have purchased “Paras Premium Golden Raisins are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact: Apna Wholesale Inc — Consumers: Costumer Support, 516-807-4555 — Media: Mr. Singh, 516-807-4555

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Paras other food products recalled?

Undeclared Sulfites Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 818051014811; model number 14oz. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Read the official notice above for the exact ingredient involved, then check whether anyone in your home avoids it.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who have purchased “Paras Premium Golden Raisins are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Massachusetts, New York.

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