# Major Recall Alert: Red Shell Foods Teriyaki Sauce Pulled for Health & Safety Concerns
Red Shell Foods, Inc. has announced a significant recall of its popular Teriyaki Sauce due to serious safety concerns. The shelf-stable product has been found to show signs of microbiological growth, including noticeable bubbling and swelling of containers. This issue affects two variations of Red Shell Teriyaki Sauce based on their size and UPC codes:
- **12-ounce bottles (UPC# 0-18529-10001-9)**
- **1-gallon containers (UPC# 0-18529-10505-6)**
Consumers are being urged to stop using these products immediately to avoid potential health risks. Read on to understand this recall, its implications, and how you can stay protected.
## Why This Recall is Important
The recent recall from Red Shell Foods, Inc. revolves around microbiological growth in their shelf-stable Teriyaki Sauce. Common signs like bubbling or container swelling often indicate the production of gas or spoilage due to bacterial contamination.
While contamination issues may not always cause illness, consuming affected products poses **serious health risks**, including food poisoning or exposure to harmful pathogens. The recall affects multiple sizes of the product, including their 12-ounce and 1-gallon containers. Given its wide reach and popularity, the recall has raised considerable concern among consumers and food safety advocates alike.
## Details of the Recall
Here are the key details of the Red Shell Foods Teriyaki Sauce recall:
- **Brand Affected:** Red Shell Foods, Inc.
- **Product Details:** Red Shell Teriyaki Sauce
- **12-ounce bottles** (UPC# 0-18529-10001-9)
- **1-gallon containers** (UPC# 0-18529-10505-6)
- **Ingredients:** Soy sauce (water, soybeans, wheat, salt, sodium benzoate), water, sugar, cooking wine (water, rice, malt), sweet cooking wine (corn syrup, rice, water, malt), modified food starch, dried onion, dried ginger root, dried garlic, lactic acid, spices.
- **Reason for Recall:** Shelf-stable sauce showing signs of **microbiological growth**, indicated by bubbling and swelling of containers.
- **Key Safety Instructions:** The label advises consumers to "shake well before use" and to "keep refrigerated after opening."
The date of the recall was formally announced as **28610**, and safety measures to alert customers include emails, phone calls, letters, and press releases.
## What You Should Do
If you have Red Shell Teriyaki Sauce in your pantry or refrigerator, here's what consumer safety advocates suggest:
- **Inspect the Containers:** Check for signs of bubbling or swelling, which indicate contamination.
- **Do Not Consume:** If you suspect your product is affected, discard it immediately.
- **Seek Refund or Replacement:** Contact Red Shell Foods, Inc. for guidance on obtaining a refund or product replacement.
- **Contact the Manufacturer:** For any questions or concerns, reach out to Red Shell Foods via customer support channels listed on the product label.
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