(Updated on 17 Dec 2024) Undeclared allergen (sulphur dioxide) found in prepackaged pepper sauce sample
Product: Prepackaged Pepper sauce, (Updated on 17 Dec 2024) Undeclared allergen (sulphur dioxide) found in prepackaged pepper sauce sample, August 30, 2028
Brand/company: TABASCO, Sims Trading Co
- Product family
- Food & Grocery
- Product type
- Other food
- Issue
- Allergen
- Audience
- Allergy-sensitive consumers
Reason: The CFS collected the above-mentioned pepper sauce sample from a retail outlet in Wan Chai for testing under its routine Food Surveillance Programme. Although the level of sulphur dioxide found to be contained in the pepper sauce sample is below the statutory maximum permitted level, the functional class and the name of the additive were not declared on the food label of the sample. Sulphur dioxide is a preservative which can be used in a variety of foods including dried vegetables, dried fruits, pickled vegetables and salted fish products. Sulphur dioxide is water soluble, and most of it can be removed through washing and cooking. However, susceptible individuals who are allergic to this preservative may experience breathing difficulties, headaches and nausea after consumption.
Consumer action: Consumers who are allergic to sulphur dioxide should not consume the concerned product. They should seek medical treatment if they feel unwell after consuming it.