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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1044-2020/FDA enforcement
J F C International INC·Food·Jul 16, 2020

Kasugai Brand Matcha Ame (Green Tea Candy)

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Undeclared soybean which is contained in lubricant in candy mold.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAL, AZ, CA, CO +21 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameJ F C International INC
Recalling firmJ F C International INCCommerce, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
4 901326 03510 2
Lot / date codes
  • JFC Item#21245 - all lots
Distribution area
ALAZCACODEFLGAILMAMDMENCNJNMNVNYOKORPARISCTNTXVAWA

AL, AZ, CA, CO, DE< FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME. NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA

United States

Quantity affected4, 620 packs
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 5, 2020
FDA recall numberF-1044-2020

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

J F C International INC initiated this food recall on July 16, 2020. The FDA enforcement report states: Undeclared soybean which is contained in lubricant in candy mold. The FDA report lists distribution as: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DE< FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME. NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Undeclared soybean which is contained in lubricant in candy mold.

Kasugai Brand Matcha Ame (Green Tea Candy) was made or distributed by J F C International INC in Commerce, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1044-2020, dated August 5, 2020.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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

Mold contamination

Symptoms to watch for

Eating a moldy product may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or allergic reactions. Do not intentionally inspect, smell or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

People with mold allergies, asthma, a weakened immune system, pregnant people and young children should be especially cautious.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Visible mold can indicate a moisture, packaging or temperature failure.

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 Kasugai Brand Matcha Ame (Green Tea Candy) recall?

J F C International INC recalled Kasugai Brand Matcha Ame (Green Tea Candy) in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1044-2020. Undeclared soybean which is contained in lubricant in candy mold.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the J F C International 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-1044-2020. 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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Official source

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