Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- November 4, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Mangalm
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Mangalm
- Product type
- Strawberry Jam
- Model numbers
- UPC: 8 904288 626322 Batch No.: 4F1101 Best Before: 10.06.26
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- CA
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
November 4, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
January 21, 2026
RecallRadar source check
January 28, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Unapproved color (carmoisine).
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Mangalm LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Telephone
About This Product
Tops Strawberry Jam is a fruit spread made primarily from strawberry pulp and sugar. Consumers often purchase it for use in sandwiches, baking, or as a topping for desserts.
Why This Is Dangerous
The presence of carmoisine, an unapproved color additive, makes this product potentially harmful to consumers. It could cause allergic reactions or other health issues in sensitive individuals.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the jar for UPC 8 904288 626322.
- Look for Batch No. 4F1101 on the label.
- Confirm the best before date is June 10, 2026.
Where to find product info
UPC and batch numbers are typically located on the bottom or back label of the jar.
What timeline to expect
Expect a refund or replacement processing time of approximately 4-6 weeks after contacting the company.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document your communication attempts.
- Reach out again via email or phone.
- Consider filing a complaint with the FDA if unresponsive.
How to prevent similar issues
- Look for products with approved color additives.
- Check for allergen warnings on labels.
- Research brands before purchase.
Documentation advice
Keep a copy of your receipt and any correspondence with the company regarding the recall.
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Product Details
The recalled product is Tops Strawberry Jam, with UPC 8 904288 626322 and Batch No. 4F1101. It is packaged in 16.75 oz (475g) jars. The product was distributed in California.
Key Facts
- Manufactured by G.D. Foods Mfg. (I) Pvt. Ltd. in India
- Allergen advice: Contains sulphite, may contain soy and wheat
- Class II recall, indicating a potential health hazard
- No reported incidents or injuries
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