Pumpkin seeds recalled for unlisted sulfites

Tommy Irvin, Georgia agriculture commissioner, is alerting consumers about the recall of some pumpkin seeds from China.

Fine Land Corp, 239 Bay 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11214, is recalling Ying Feng Foodstuffs Brand Pumpkin Seeds because the product contains sulfites not listed on the label.  People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

Ying Feng Foodstuffs Brand Pumpkin Seeds is sold nationwide in a 10-ounce, clear plastic package with the code EXP 03 25 2010.  It is a product of China.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling and laboratory testing by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets revealed the product contained sulfites.

“Georgia Department of Agriculture sanitarians will be checking grocery stores and food warehouses to make sure that this product is removed from sale,” said Commissioner Irvin.  “Consumers who have purchased the product should return it to the place of purchase.”

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