Choi's Kimchi recalls Chois Kimchi Company Gluten Free Gochujang Red Chili Paste: salmonella risk
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Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Choi's Kimchi
- Location
- Portland, OR
- Reported by FDA
- October 30, 2024
- Recall started
- October 3, 2024
- Risk class
- Class I
- Status (latest data we have)
- Terminated
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Sauces, spices and pantry
- Reason type
- Salmonella
Is my product affected?
Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.
- Chois Kimchi Company Gluten Free Gochujang Red Chili Paste, packaged 16oz plastic pouch with spout, keep refrigerated. UP 8 58878 00330 8. Made By Chois Kimchi, LLC Portland, OR 97230.
Quantity: 11 cases (6 pouches per case)
Codes: LOT CODE: 081525. Best By: 08/15/25.
Where it was distributed
Distributed in Oregon and Washington.
What to do
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Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Choi's Kimchi recalled 1 product, including Chois Kimchi Company Gluten Free Gochujang Red Chili Paste, packaged 16oz plastic pouch with spout, keep refrigerated. UP 8 58878 00330 8.….
Why was it recalled?
Salmonella.
What does Class I mean?
FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Where was it sold or shipped?
Distributed in Oregon and Washington.
What should I do if I have this product?
Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.
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