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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0239-2021/FDA enforcement
Samyang Foods Co LTD·Food·Jan 14, 2021

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce Hot Chili Sauce NET WT

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Undeclared allergens of egg, milk, and wheat

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDANJ, WA, CA, MD +1 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameSamyang Foods Co LTD
Recalling firmSamyang Foods Co LTDSeoul, Korea (the Republic of)
UPC / barcodes
8 801073 41138 8
Lot / date codes
  • Expiration date : prior to 8/31/2021
Distribution area
NJWACAMDNY

NJ, WA, CA, MD, NY

United States

Quantity affected10, 150 boxes (253, 750 bottles)
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 3, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0239-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Samyang Foods Co LTD initiated this food recall on January 14, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Undeclared allergens of egg, milk, and wheat. The FDA report lists distribution as: NJ, WA, CA, MD, NY.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Undeclared allergens of egg, milk, and wheat

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce Hot Chili Sauce NET WT was made or distributed by Samyang Foods Co LTD in Seoul, Korea (the Republic of). This page reflects FDA report F-0239-2021, dated February 3, 2021.

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, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

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

Undeclared wheat or gluten

Symptoms to watch for

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

When symptoms may appear

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Higher-risk groups

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction.
  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 Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce Hot Chili Sauce NET WT recall?

Samyang Foods Co LTD recalled Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce Hot Chili Sauce NET WT in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0239-2021. Undeclared allergens of egg, milk, and wheat

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Samyang Foods Co LTD 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-0239-2021. 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.