The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of 1,350 cases of My Mochi’s peach mango sorbet, a product sold at major grocery chains such as Target and Wegmans. The recall was triggered by the discovery that pasteurized cooked egg white, a known allergen, was used in the manufacturing process but was not disclosed on the product’s label.
The FDA has documented two minor allergic reactions associated with the product. Eggs are a common food allergen, especially among children, as stated by the Mayo Clinic. When consumed by someone allergic to them, eggs can cause a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild to severe.
Mild reactions may manifest as skin rashes, hives, inflammation, congestion, sneezing, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and symptoms similar to asthma. In more severe cases, the individual may suffer from anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic reaction that narrows the airways and makes breathing difficult. Other symptoms of anaphylaxis include a rapid pulse, abdominal pain, and shock.
My Mochi products are distributed nationwide and are available in various supermarkets. The recalled peach mango sorbet was sold in approximately 100 Target stores and at Wegmans, a grocery chain based in New York. A representative from the company described the recall as “really small.”
The product under recall is sold in the freezer section in a 7.5-ounce box containing six pieces. The boxes are marked with the lot numbers 337-24 and 341-24. Customers who have purchased the recalled sorbet are encouraged to return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.