Kagro NSW Pty Ltd Recalls Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes Due to Plastic Contamination

What Happened

Kagro NSW Pty Ltd has initiated a recall of Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes due to the discovery of foreign matter in the product. Specifically, the seaweed flakes may contain pieces of plastic.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall applies to the following product:

• Product Name: Pinkfong Seasoned Seaweed Flakes
• Size: 40g
• Date Marking: Use by 2026.08.20
• Recall Number: FSANZ 2026 11

The affected product was sold at Korean grocery stores across New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not eat it. The item should be returned to the original place of purchase for a full refund. If you have concerns about your health after consuming this product, you should seek medical advice.

For further information, consumers can contact Kagro NSW Pty Ltd at (02) 9748 2235 or by email at kagro1@yahoo.com.

Why This Matters

The presence of foreign matter, such as plastic, in food products presents a physical hazard that may cause injury or illness if ingested.

Source

Information provided by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).