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Bean Sprout Hwangtae Soup and Hwangdo Slices Test Positive in Recall Inspection

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has initiated a recall after bacteria were found growing in retort instant soup and canned yellow peach products, which are highly favored by single-person households and often referred to as "housewarming gifts for people living alone."

Dried Pollack Soup and Yellow Peach Can with confirmed 'Positive Bacterial Growth' results.
[Photo by Ministry of Food and Drug Safety]

On the 29th, the MFDS announced that bacteria growth was detected in the retort instant meal product "Kongnamul Hwangtaeguk" manufactured by Company C during a sample inspection, leading to a suspension of sales and a recall. The recalled product has an expiration date of March 30, 2024.

Additionally, the MFDS stated that the canned "Hwangdo Slice" product, manufactured by food processing company D and sold by Company Y, is also being recalled for the same reason. This product's expiration date is June 28, 2026.

Since retort foods and canned products undergo sterilization, bacteria should not grow if stored at appropriate temperatures. However, the MFDS confirmed bacterial growth after conducting tests at an environment of 37 degrees Celsius.

The MFDS urged consumers who possess these products to contact the customer service center indicated on the packaging or return the products to the place of purchase. Sellers holding the recalled products were also requested to stop sales and return the items to the recalling business operators.

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