Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — Australia’s food authority has issued a recall for three variants of Indomie instant noodles: Indomie Mi Goreng Rendang Flavor, Indomie Chicken Onion Flavor, and Indomie Soto Mie Flavor. The recall was prompted due to failure to declare allergen content on product labels.
According to Detik, the official website of Food Standards Australia reported on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, that the Indomie Mi Goreng Rendang and Indomie Soto Mie variants did not include milk allergens on their labels, while the Indomie Chicken Onion flavor failed to list egg allergens.
“Consumers with an allergy or intolerance to milk and/or egg may experience a reaction if they consume these products,” the agency stated in its announcement.
The recalled Indomie noodles products include:
- Indomie Soto Mie Flavor: with expiration date Best before April 10, 2025
- Indomie Chicken Onion Flavor: with expiration date Best before April 1, 2025
- Indomie Mi Goreng Rendang Flavor: with expiration date Best before May 3, 2025
The recall applies only to products with undeclared milk or egg allergens. It was stated that the products were distributed and sold on the Asian Groceries before being recalled.
Health Concerns and Refund Policy
Food Standards Australia advised consumers with milk or egg allergies to avoid consuming the affected products. The agency urged customers to return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. The agency encouraged for those concerned about their health after consuming the noodles to seek medical advice.
“Consumers should return the products to the point of purchase for a full refund. Anyone concerned about their health should consult a doctor,” the statement noted.
Importance of Allergen Labels
Food allergens are defined as ingredients or compounds that can trigger allergic reactions or intolerances. Consuming allergen-containing foods poses significant health risks for individuals with allergies, including potentially life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis. Clear allergen labeling is critical to protect consumers.
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In Indonesia, allergen labeling is regulated under BPOM Regulation No. 31/2018 on Processed Food Labels. The regulation mandates that:
- Allergen information must be stated on labels if allergens are present in the product.
- Processed foods produced using shared facilities with allergen-containing products must disclose allergen content.
Allergenic ingredients must be clearly marked in bold on product labels. A notice stating “contains allergens” indicates the presence of one or more potential allergens in the food product.
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