The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0750-2023·Announced 2023-05-03

Shirakiku Sanuki Udon Noodles Recalled for Undeclared Fish Allergen

Wismettac Asian Foods recalls Shirakiku Brand Japanese Style Noodle Sanuki Udon due to undeclared fish allergen. The product was distributed in California, Colorado, Georgia, and Arizona.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an allergen mislabeling recall involving fish, a major allergen requiring disclosure. While the hazard is serious—undeclared allergens can cause severe reactions in allergic individuals—the score reflects that no illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Plain-English summary

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. is recalling Shirakiku Brand Japanese Style Noodle "Ajihel" Sanuki Udon (3-servings, 19.04 oz, Item #45545) due to undeclared fish allergen. The product label declares wheat as an allergen but does not disclose the presence of fish, a major allergen that can cause serious allergic reactions.

The affected product was distributed to consumers in California, Colorado, Georgia, and Arizona. A total of 4891 individual packages are subject to recall across all lot codes and best before dates.

Consumers with fish allergies should not consume this product and should dispose of it safely. Any person who has consumed the product and develops allergic symptoms should seek medical attention promptly.

The recalled product

Product
Shirakiku Brand Japanese Style Noodle "Ajihel" Sanuki Udon 3-servings NET WT. 19.04 oz 1.19 LBS. (540g) Item #45545 Ingredients: Water, Wheat Flour, Salt, Acidity regulator (Lactic Acid, Trehalose, Roasted Rice Bran Extract, Corn). Allergy Information: Contains Wheat.
Manufacturer
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Hazard
  • allergen-fish

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All lot codes/best before dates.

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • GA