New Zealand Food Safety has announced a recall of Daebok Rice Cake brand Korean Sundae after the product was found to be lacking required food safety controls.

The recall applies to a specific batch sold through selected ethnic grocery stores in the Auckland region.

Product Details

1. Product Name: Daebok Rice Cake Korean Sundae
2. Pack Size: 290 g
3. Packaging: Plastic packaging

Affected Batch Information

Consumers are advised to check the following identifiers:

• Lot Number: 23012026
• Use By Date: 27 February 2026

This recall does not affect any other Daebok Rice Cake brand products.

Reason for Recall

The product is being recalled due to the absence of required food safety controls, which may pose a potential risk if consumed.

Health Advice

Although no illnesses have been reported, consumers are advised that food products without proper safety controls may present a food safety concern.

Anyone who has eaten the product and feels unwell or has health concerns should seek medical advice.

Where the Product Was Sold

The affected product was sold at ethnic grocery stores across Auckland, including:

• Wang Food Market Botany, East Tamaki
• Wang Food Market Howick, Burswood
• Wang Food Market Link Drive, Wairau Valley
• Wang Food Market Rosedale, Albany
• Wang Korea Kim’s Club, Wairau Valley
• Wang Korea Bokmart, Mount Eden

The product has not been exported.

Consumer Advice

Customers who purchased the affected product should:

• Not consume it

• Return it to the retailer for a full refund

Source: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/food-safety-home/food-recalls-and-complaints/recalled-food-products/daebok-rice-cake-brand-korean-sundae-recalled-due-to-a-lack-of-required-food-safety-controls