Recall of Pickled Pearl Garlic (230g) due to the presence of undeclared sulphur dioxide above permissible levels
19 Jun 2026
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has detected sulphur dioxide, an allergen, in
pickled pearl garlic (230g) at levels exceeding the maximum limit stated in the
Singapore Food Regulations. The allergen was not declared on the food packaging.
2 SFA has directed the importer, Sinhua Hock Kee Trading (S) Pte Ltd, to recall
the implicated product. The recall is ongoing.
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Allergens in food could result in allergic reactions in individuals who are
sensitive to them. Excessive levels of sulphur dioxide in food could cause
symptoms such as hives, itchiness, stomach-ache, diarrhoea, and vomiting in
people who are hypersensitive to sulphite1. Under Singapore’s Food
Regulations, food products containing ingredients that are known to cause
hypersensitivity must be declared on food packaging labels to protect consumers
with food allergies.
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Sulphite does not pose a food safety issue to consumers at large, except for
those who are intolerant of or allergic to sulphites. Consumers who have
purchased the affected product, and are intolerant of or allergic to sulphites,
should not consume them. Those who have consumed the implicated product should
seek medical advice if they have concerns about their health. Consumers may
contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
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Details of the products are as follows:
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1Sulphites is commonly used as a food additive and is typically tested for as sulphur dioxide (a gaseous substance)
