Australian food safety authorities have issued an urgent recall for a popular Korean snack product after it was found to be contaminated with mould, raising potential health concerns for consumers.

The recalled product, Han Kitchen Topokki Cup Original 140g, has been removed from shelves at major supermarkets including Coles and Woolworths, as well as selected Asian grocery stores in New South Wales.

The recall notice was issued by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), which warned consumers not to consume the affected product.

Product Details

The affected product is:

• Han Kitchen Topokki Cup Original 140g
• Best Before Date: 03/09/2026

The product was distributed nationally across Australia through major retail outlets and specialty Asian food stores.

Health Risks Linked to Mould Contamination

According to health authorities, consuming mould-contaminated food may lead to various health complications. Certain moulds can produce toxic substances known as mycotoxins, which may cause food poisoning and other adverse reactions.

Possible symptoms associated with mould-contaminated food include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Allergic reactions

Consumers experiencing symptoms after consuming the product are advised to seek medical attention.

Advice to Consumers

Food Standards Australia New Zealand has instructed consumers not to eat the recalled Topokki product. Customers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

“Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,” the official recall notice stated.

For further information regarding the recall, consumers can contact:

Han Yang Import & Export Pty Ltd T/A ByAsia Food
Phone: (02) 9648 5678
Email: hello@byasia.com.au

Separate Recall Issued for Enoki Mushrooms Over Listeria Concerns

In a separate food safety alert issued recently, Concordia Traders Enoki Mushroom 350g was also recalled due to fears of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

The affected mushrooms were sold in Asian grocery stores across Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia, with the following identification:

• Product: Concordia Traders Enoki Mushroom 350g
• Use By Date: May 24, 2026

Health authorities warned that Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe illness, especially among:

• Pregnant women
• Unborn babies and newborns
• Elderly individuals
• Immunocompromised consumers

The general public may also become ill after consuming contaminated food.

Consumers have been advised not to consume the recalled mushrooms and to return them for a refund.

For more information regarding the mushroom recall, consumers can contact:

Concordia Traders (Aust) Pty Ltd
Email: sales@concordia.com.au

Source: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/food-recalls/recall-alert/han-yang-import-export-pty-ltd-ta-byasia-food-han-kitchen-topokki-cup