FDA Recall: Tops Mixed Fruit Jam and for Undeclared Carmoisine
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FDA Recall: Tops Mixed Fruit Jam and for Undeclared Carmoisine

Tops • November 18, 2025

Tops Jam Recall: FDA Flags Carmoisine in Mixed Fruit & Strawberry Varieties

Mangalm LLC has voluntarily recalled two Tops Jam products after U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) testing revealed carmoisine, an unapproved synthetic dye. Shoppers in California, Washington, Oregon and Utah who purchased batch #4F1101 (best-before 10/06/2026) should stop using the jam and follow the refund or disposal instructions below.

Recall Summary

  • Products: Tops Mixed Fruit Jam (475 g) & Tops Strawberry Jam (475 g)
  • Lot / Batch: #4F1101
  • Best-Before: 10/06/2026
  • Reason: Presence of carmoisine (a color additive not authorized for U.S. food use)
  • Distribution: Retailers in CA, WA, OR (Portland) and UT
  • Illnesses Reported: None as of publication

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What to Do With Recalled Tops Jam

  1. Do not eat the affected jam.
  2. Dispose of it safely or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
  3. Contact Mangalm LLC at 925-319-7496 or manglamllc@gmail.com (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. PT) with questions.
  4. If you experience adverse symptoms after eating the product, seek medical attention and mention the recall details.

Why Carmoisine Triggers an FDA Recall

Carmoisine (also called Azorubine, E122) is approved for some foods abroad but not in the United States. Potential concerns include allergic reactions and hyperactivity in sensitive individuals. Because its safety has not been assessed by the FDA for U.S. consumers, any detection in food requires prompt removal from the market.

How the Contamination Was Detected

The FDA identified carmoisine during a routine inspection of Mangalm LLC’s processing facility. The company immediately halted distribution and initiated the recall, cooperating fully with the agency’s oversight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Tops Jam products are recalled?
The recall covers Tops Mixed Fruit Jam and Tops Strawberry Jam, both in 475-gram jars from batch #4F1101 (best-before 10/06/2026).
2. Why was carmoisine found in Tops Jam?
An FDA inspection detected the unauthorized color additive carmoisine in the jam’s formulation, prompting immediate action.
3. Was Tops Jam with carmoisine sold outside CA, WA, OR and UT?
No. Distribution of the affected lot was limited to retailers in those four states.
4. Are any illnesses linked to the recalled Tops Jam?
As of November 18 2025, no illnesses have been reported.
5. How do I get a refund for Tops Jam?
Return the product to your point of purchase for a full refund or contact Mangalm LLC directly using the hotline or email above.
6. Is it safe to eat other batches of Tops Jam?
Yes. Only jars marked with batch #4F1101 are affected. Other lot numbers remain compliant with FDA regulations.
7. What should I do if I already consumed the recalled Tops Jam?
Most people will not experience issues, but monitor your health. If you notice unusual symptoms, seek medical advice and mention the carmoisine recall.

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