Banana-flavoured cake, mixed fruits recalled over preservative and allergen concerns

SINGAPORE: A remember has been issued for  Best One Assorted Cake (banana flavour) and Bake King’s Mixed Fruits, the  Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said upon Wednesday (Jul 27).

Sorbic acid at ranges exceeding the maximum restrict stated in the Singapore Food Regulations were detected in Greatest One Assorted Cake (banana flavour).  

The impacted cakes, imported by Deli X-press, come with an expiration date associated with Aug 31, 2022. The product’s country of origin is usually Malaysia.  

Sorbic acid is a permitted food additive that is used for preservation purposes, said SFA, adding that consumption of the affected method unlikely to create any adverse wellness effects due to its reduced toxicity.  

Manufacturer Gim Hin Lee had been ordered to remember Bake King’s Mixed Fruits after sulphur dioxide, an undeclared allergen, was recognized.

All amounts and all best before dates are affected by the particular recall. The product is sold in 250g, 500g, 1kg, 2kg and 5kg batches and is packed in Singapore.