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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0696-2023/FDA enforcement
Wismettac Asian Foods, INC.·Food·Mar 20, 2023

Furikake Seasoned Roasted Seaweed Flakes Spicy Product #38246 Brand Name: Shirakiku Distributed…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Product was found to have the incorrect crustacean named on products

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAL, AZ, CA, CO +18 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameWismettac Asian Foods, INC.
Recalling firmWismettac Asian Foods, INC.Santa Fe Springs, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 74410 38246 9
Lot / date codes
  • UPC: 074410382469
Distribution area
ALAZCACOCTGAHIIDMANCNJNVNYOHORPARISCTNTXUTWA

AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, MA, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA

United States

Quantity affected17, 517 individual packages
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 12, 2023
FDA recall numberF-0696-2023

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Wismettac Asian Foods, INC. initiated this food recall on March 20, 2023. The FDA enforcement report states: Product was found to have the incorrect crustacean named on products. The FDA report lists distribution as: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, MA, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product was found to have the incorrect crustacean named on products

Furikake Seasoned Roasted Seaweed Flakes Spicy Product #38246 Brand Name: Shirakiku Distributed… was made or distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, INC. in Santa Fe Springs, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0696-2023, dated April 12, 2023.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

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

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

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 Furikake Seasoned Roasted Seaweed Flakes Spicy Product #38246 Brand Name: Shirakiku Distributed… recall?

Wismettac Asian Foods, INC. recalled Furikake Seasoned Roasted Seaweed Flakes Spicy Product #38246 Brand Name: Shirakiku Distributed… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0696-2023. Product was found to have the incorrect crustacean named on products

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. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Wismettac Asian Foods, 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-0696-2023. 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.