Ocinet Inc. of Downey, CA, is recalling all “…And Kimchi” branded sliced kimchi, UPC 8541200408, UPC 8541200409, and UPC 8541200411 because it contains undeclared fish (anchovies).
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The recalled product was distributed to six retail locations:
- Zion Market - 8330 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92111
- Zion Market - 4800 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92620
- Zion Market - 750 S Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90005
- Zion Market - 5400 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA, 90621
- Zion Market - 2340 Pleasant Hill Rd., Duluth, GA, 30096
- Zion Market - 2405 S Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville, TX, 75067
The product is sold in 126-ounce (3.57 kilogram) clear plastic jars, 63-ounce (1.78 kilogram) clear plastic jars, and 30-ounce (850 gram) clear plastic jars, all marked with the “… And Kimchi” logo in red type.
The UPC numbers are 8541200408 (126-ounce jars), 8651200409 (63-ounce jars), and 8541200411 (30-ounce jars).
No illnesses have been reported as of the posting of the recall notice.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of fish. Distribution of the product has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.
