Nutrifoods issues major Tasty Tom mix recall, following complaints, FDA directive

Nutrifoods Ghana Limited, a joint venture between Olam and Sanyo, has initiated an immediate and comprehensive recall of its popular Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix following directives from the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and National Security.

The recall comes in response to consumer complaints of bloating in certain pouches and cans of the product.

The affected products include all batches of Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix in 210g and 400g cans. Additionally, specific batches of the 380g and 1.05kg pouches are also subject to the recall.

The company has published a list of the specific batch numbers, which are identified on the back panel of each pack. The recalled pouches carry batch numbers: 20072501/P1, 20072501/P2, 20072502/P1, 20072502/P2 (all with an expiry date of 20/1/2027); 21072501/P3, 21072501/P4, 21072502/P3, 21072502/P4 (all with an expiry date of 21/1/2027); and 24072501/P1, 24072501/P2, 24072502/P1, 24072502/P2 (all with an expiry date of 24/1/2027).

In a public statement, Nutrifoods Ghana expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to its customers and trade partners.

The company stated: “We deeply regret any inconvenience caused to our consumers and trade partners because of this issue and recall.”

The company has advised consumers not to consume the products and has outlined a process for returns. Individuals holding the affected pouches can drop them off at Nutrifoods’ Tema Office or at any of its nationwide distributors.

For further assistance, the company has provided a dedicated phone line, 050 5384429, available Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, and an email address, [email protected].

This recall follows a period of heightened regulatory scrutiny for Nutrifoods Ghana. The FDA has been inspecting the company’s facility to ensure compliance with regulations.

In January 2025, the FDA suspended the company’s can manufacturing lines for the 210g and 400g Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix, with production on those lines ceasing at that time.

As a result of the ongoing issues, all of the company’s manufacturing activities have now been suspended until further notice to ensure full compliance with regulatory recommendations.

The company stated that it is working closely with the FDA to ensure a smooth recall process and is committed to recovering and replacing all affected products without difficulty.

The statement, signed by Business Head Jay Jagadip Anjaria, noted the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality products that meet national food safety standards.

The company also extended its recall to any other Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix products that consumers may suspect are affected, urging their return to the designated locations or to contact the provided number.

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