SINGAPORE: The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Thursday (Jun 6) extended a recall for additional batches of Xiyuguoyuan Xinjiang Paper Roasted Walnut products from China.
The implicated products contain cyclamate and excessive amounts of acesulfame K.
Cyclamate and acesulfame K are permitted food additives used as artificial sweeteners and can be used in certain food products such as soft drinks and canned fruits, SFA said previously.
However, the use of cyclamate in walnuts as well as other nut and seed products is currently not allowed.
The use of acesulfame-K for nuts and seeds products is also permitted up to a maximum limit as stated in the Singapore Food Regulations.
The extended recall covers additional batches of the Xiyuguoyuan Xinjiang Paper Roasted Walnut products which have an expiry date of Sep 18, 2024.
The affected products are sold in 500g packs and 1kg boxes.
SFA has directed the importer, Xin Hong Yang International Trading, to recall the implicated products. The recall is ongoing.
