Packaged Dates Made In Florida Recalled

LONGWOOD, FL -- Shivam Distributors of Longwood is recalling its 14-ounce packages of Dry Dates because they contain high sulfite content, a preservative which could cause adverse health consequences with symptoms such as itchiness, upset stomach, headache, stiffness, diarrhea, cough, nausea and weakness.

The recalled Dry Dates were distributed in Florida (Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Panama City, Tallahassee, Pembroke Pines, Lake Mary, and Deland) and in Savannah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina; Winston-Salem. North Carolina, through retail stores from June 2018 to May 2019.

The product comes packed in a 14-ounce, printed plastic bag packing marked Parivar brand with batch # 127/BHBI and UPC # 879111001226 on the back of the bag.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was the result of a random testing done on May 21 by Florida agriculture inspectors, which notified company on June 5.

Shoppers who have purchased any grocery item that seems concerning are encouraged to report that product and its issue. Instructions for how to start this potential safety investigation process can be found here.