Dried Shiitake Mushrooms (LA Link) – Chemical Residue (2012)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Shiitake-Ya brand Dried Shiitake mushroom slices, 6 oz plastic jars, UPC 7 1452 22183 9. Product labeling reads in part: " Shiitake-Ya gourmet Shiitake SLICES***Antioxidants Amino Acids Omega 3+6***Immune-Boosting*** NET WEIGHT. 6 oz (170 g)***Natural Enzymes Fiber (80% Chitin) Iron Kojic Acid
Brand
LA Link Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Item # 26211, Sell by 041613
Products Sold
Item # 26211, Sell by 041613
LA Link Corporation is recalling Shiitake-Ya brand Dried Shiitake mushroom slices, 6 oz plastic jars, UPC 7 1452 22183 9. Product lab due to Shiitake-Ya Gourmet Shiitake slices are being recalled because FDA test analysis showed presence of pesticide and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon resi. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Shiitake-Ya Gourmet Shiitake slices are being recalled because FDA test analysis showed presence of pesticide and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon residues: 0.208 ppm carbendazim, 0.072 ppm Fluoranthene and 0.092 ppm Pyrene. There are no tolerances for any of these pesticide residues.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
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View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
CA, HI, IN, NV
Page updated: Jan 9, 2026