HONOLULU — The Hawaii Department of Health Food and Drug Branch alerts Hawaii residents to a voluntary recall by Sun Noodle for its S&S Cup Saimin frozen saimin products because the ingredient label does not indicate it may contain egg white powder, which is an allergen, according to a DOH news release.
The frozen products are sold in ready-to-heat cups that include a fishcake garnish that contains the allergen and has been distributed to local retailers throughout the state since May 2023.
The DOH says egg allergy symptoms usually start a few minutes to a few hours after eating foods containing eggs. Signs and symptoms vary from mild to severe and include skin inflammation or hives; nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing; digestive symptoms such as cramps, nausea and vomiting; and asthma signs and symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness or shortness of breath.
Though rare, egg allergies can cause anaphylaxis in which a person’s airway narrows and blocks breathing. Symptoms include swelling or tightness of the throat, a severe drop in blood pressure, increased heart rate, chest pain or tightness, rapid pulse, shock, severe difficulty breathing, trouble swallowing, pale blue skin color, and/or dizziness or fainting.
If someone shows signs of anaphylaxis, health officials advise the immediate use of an epinephrine autoinjector such as an EpiPen or Auvi-Q and to call 911 as anaphylaxis requires immediate care.
Health officials also advise anyone with an egg allergy or severe sensitivity to notify their health care provider if they have consumed the recalled product.
Per Sun Noodle, to date there have been no reports of illness or adverse events related to the recalled product.
The DOH FDB recommends consumers check the lid for the lot number to verify if the recalled product has been purchased. Do not open or eat the product if someone in the household has an egg allergy.
Those with questions or concerns can contact Sun Noodle at 1-888-735-7777, 3:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. HST Monday through Friday, or email customercare@vistashore.com.
The Lot Code could appear as a sticker on the lid of the product. Recalled product information:
