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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-1301-2013/FDA enforcement
Daesang America INC·Food·Mar 13, 2013

Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste 500 g - NET WT

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Sesame and Garlic Flavored Mixed Soy Bean Paste contains peanut powder which is included in the Korean ingredient listing but not the English ingredient listing.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameDaesang America INC
Recalling firmDaesang America INCHackensack, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 80152 43567 1
Lot / date codes
  • All expiration dates. Recalled product was distributed from June 2012 to Feb. 2013.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide

United States

Quantity affected1070 cartons
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 17, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1301-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Daesang America INC initiated this food recall on March 13, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Sesame and Garlic Flavored Mixed Soy Bean Paste contains peanut powder which is included in the Korean ingredient listing but not the English ingredient listing. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Sesame and Garlic Flavored Mixed Soy Bean Paste contains peanut powder which is included in the Korean ingredient listing but not the English ingredient listing.

Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste 500 g - NET WT was made or distributed by Daesang America INC in Hackensack, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1301-2013, dated April 17, 2013.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared peanut

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste 500 g - NET WT recall?

Daesang America INC recalled Sunchang Ssamjang Sesame and Garlic Seasoned Bean Paste 500 g - NET WT in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1301-2013. Sesame and Garlic Flavored Mixed Soy Bean Paste contains peanut powder which is included in the Korean ingredient listing but not the English ingredient listing.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Daesang America INC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1301-2013. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.