Recall of Haichijia brand Hua Jia Jiang Hu (Clam Vermicelli) due to undeclared gluten and wheat allergens

The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a notification on the recall of Haichijia brand Hua Jia Jiang Hu (Clam Vermicelli) due to undeclared gluten and wheat allergens. 

2          As the implicated product was imported into Singapore, the Singapore Food Agency has directed the importer, Hong Xin Da Pte. Ltd., to recall the product. The recall is ongoing. 

3          Allergens in food could result in allergic reaction in individuals who are sensitive to it. Under Singapore’s Food Regulations, food products containing ingredients that are known to cause hypersensitivity must be declared on food packaging labels to protect consumers with food allergies.

4          Gluten and wheat does not pose a food safety issue to consumers at large, except for those that are intolerant of, or allergic to, gluten and wheat. Consumers who have purchased the affected product, and who are intolerant of, or allergic to, gluten and wheat, should not consume them. Those who are intolerant of, or allergic to, gluten and wheat and have consumed the implicated product should seek medical advice if they have concerns about their health. Consumers may contact their point of purchase for enquiries. 

5            Details of the implicated product are as follows: