New York State is taking action against a potentially dangerous food product. The New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball has announced the statewide removal of "Tara Food Golden Raisins" due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. According to the ABC7 New York, individuals with severe sensitivities to sulfites are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the product.
The recall affects 14-ounce clear packages with UPC Code 8247931229, prominently featuring a "best before" date of June 30, 2026. These packages were distributed by Bronx-based Tara Food Inc. and sold in the New York City metropolitan area. It appears that routine sampling by food inspectors and subsequent analysis by New York State Food Laboratory personnel were to originally identify the undisclosed sulfites in the raisins.
So far, thankfully, no illnesses have been connected to this issue, and the Department of Agriculture and Markets has yet to report any adverse health events. But the presence of sulfites is not a matter to take lightly. The announcement from the Agriculture Department, as detailed by SI Live, revealed that the raisins contained a whopping 74.21 milligrams of sulfites per serving—far exceeding the threshold reported to trigger severe reactions.
In an age where food allergies and sensitivities continue to rise significantly, transparency in labeling couldn’t be more critical. Any individual who has purchased these raisins is urged not to consume them, but to rather discard the product immediately for safety. Consumers in search of more information or who might have queries can directly reach out to Tara Food Inc. The company has provided a contact number for this purpose: (914) 670-1224.
