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Class I Recall — Risk of Serious Adverse Health Consequences or Death
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World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Na Recall 2023

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa'sIssued December 22, 2023

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Napa Cabbage, Radish, Water, Garlic, Red Pepper, Organic Sugar Cane, Sea Salt, Calcium Lactate, Ginger, Onion, Sorbitol, a — recalled per FDA on 12/22/2023. Reason: Undeclared allergen; fish..

Issuing agency
FDA
Issued
Dec 22, 2023
Brand
World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's
Distribution
3 states

What to do right now

High Risk
  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. 2

    Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. 3

    Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. 4

    Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

Verified source

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Summary of the official FDA notice issued December 22, 2023. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on fda.gov

What's recalled

Melissa's Hot Kimchi Pickled Napa Cabbage NET WT. 14 oz (397g) Ingredients: Napa Cabbage, Radish, Water, Garlic, Red Pepper, Organic Sugar Cane, Sea Salt, Calcium Lactate, Ginger, Onion, Sorbitol, and Xanthan Gum. Produce on equipment that also processes products containing fish. Distributed By: World Variety Produce, Inc. Los Angeles, CA 90051

Undeclared allergen alert

This recall involves undeclared allergens not listed on the label:

fish

Why it was recalled

Undeclared allergen; fish.

Affected products & lot numbers
1 lot called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
Best By Date 03-15-2024
Where was it sold
3 states

U.S. distribution to the following: CA, TX, FL No foreign distribution.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of December 22, 2023. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: Best By Date 03-15-2024. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.