SFA recalling more batches of roasted walnuts from China
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is recalling additional batches of walnuts from China after food additive acesulfame-K acesulfame-K was found above permitted levels.
SFA said in a statement on June 6 that the affected product, Xiyuguoyuan Xinjiang Paper Roasted Walnut, also contained another type of food additive called cyclamate.
The authority has directed the importer Hong Xin Da to recall the affected products and the recall is ongoing.
The 500g and 1kg products were produced on March 24, 2024 and March 25, 2024, respectively.
On May 24, SFA had ordered a recall for the same products which were still being sold on online shopping platforms Shopee, Lazada and Carousell.
Cyclamate and acesulfame-K are permitted food additives that are used as artificial sweeteners and are approved for use in certain food products such as soft drinks and canned fruits.
But the use of cyclamate is currently not allowed in walnuts as well as other nut and seed products while the use of acesulfame-K for nuts and seeds products is permitted up to a maximum limit as stated in the Singapore Food Regulations.
While there are no immediate health risks from consuming products containing cyclamate and acesulfame-K, prolonged excessive consumption of both sweeteners should be avoided.
SFA is taking a precautionary approach and conducting proactive sampling and testing of nuts and seeds products in Singapore.
Consumers who have consumed the implicated products and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers may contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
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