Asafoetida Recall: BHARAT BAZAR Soma Kitchen Natural
Announced 2026-02-04 · FDA
Undeclared wheat in Soma Kitchen Natural Asafoetida from Bharat Bazar prompted a recall. Approximately 180 packages (4 oz each) distributed in California are affected; the product has a use-by date of JULY-2027 and lot NATL/ASFTP/G/24 (BB/ASFTP/G/24) with UPC 4 973993 173586.
| Brand | BHARAT BAZAR |
|---|---|
| Product | SOMA KITCHEN NATURAL ASAFOETIDA Net Wt. 4 oz (0.25 lb) Product of India Manufactured for and Imported by: Bharat Bazar, Fremont, CA 94539 Use by : JULY-2027 Lot : NATL/ASFTP/G/24 (BB/ASFTP/G/24) UPC : 4 973993 173586 Ingredients :- Natural Hing |
| Reason | Undeclared wheat. |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | 180 |
| Distribution | U.S. distribution: CA Foreign distribution: N/A |
| Agency | FDA |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- If you have this product, stop using it immediately and keep the packaging.
- Check the lot NATL/ASFTP/G/24 and use-by JULY-2027 to determine if your package is affected; if so, do not consume and contact Bharat Bazar for return or disposal per FDA guidance.
- For more information, contact Bharat Bazar at Fremont, CA 94539 or consult FDA recall updates.
How to identify the recalled item
| Lot / date codes | Use by : JULY-2027 Lot : NATL/ASFTP/G/24 (BB/ASFTP/G/24) UPC : 4 973993 173586 |
|---|---|
| Lot / date codes | Use by : JULY-2027 Lot : NATL/ASFTP/G/24 (BB/ASFTP/G/24) UPC : 4 973993 173586 |
These are the identifiers FDA published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.
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