Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew Recalled Over Import Inspection Issue
More than 4,500 pounds of imported Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew, produced in South Korea and distributed by Sempio Food Services Inc. in California, are being recalled due to a failure to undergo required reinspection upon entering the U.S.
Birmingham, AL, October 3, 2026 — A recall has been issued for over 4,500 pounds of Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew imported into the United States. The product, manufactured in South Korea, is being recalled due to a failure to undergo required reinspection procedures upon its entry into the U.S.
Sempio Food Services Inc., based in California, is the distributor for the affected product. The specific quantity involved in the recall is stated to be more than 4,500 pounds.
The reason cited for the recall is the product’s failure to complete the necessary reinspection process mandated for imported food items before they can be distributed within the U.S. market. Further details regarding the exact nature of the reinspection lapse or the specific dates of import or distribution were not immediately available.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) typically requires imported foods to meet the same safety and labeling standards as domestic products, which includes inspections at the point of entry. The failure to comply with these reinspection requirements triggers a recall to ensure consumer safety and regulatory adherence.
Consumers who may have purchased the Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew are advised to check for the specific product details to determine if they possess the recalled item. Information on how to return or dispose of the product, and whether refunds are being offered, would typically be provided by the distributor or through official recall notices.
As of the information available, no adverse health effects have been reported in connection with this recall. The recall was initiated to prevent potential risks associated with products that have not undergone the full import inspection process.
The contractor responsible for the import and distribution has been identified as Sempio Food Services Inc. The production origin is South Korea.
Story summarized from the original created by Tyria Goines, Gray News staff on www.wbrc.com, see more information here.
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