Denmark's food agency has recalled three instant noodle products from South Korean manufacturer Samyang Foods, warning they are so spicy they could cause acute poisoning. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration said on Tuesday that the products contain dangerous levels of capsaicin, the active component in chilli peppers.
The recalled items are Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken, 2x Spicy & Hot Chicken, and Hot Chicken Stew. The agency advised consumers to discard the products or return them to the store. A special warning was issued against children eating the noodles, urging parents to contact the Poison Line if acute symptoms appear.
Samyang Foods said this is the first time its products have been recalled for being too spicy. A spokesperson stated the company would work to better understand local regulations in export markets. The company's operating profit hit a record high of over $110 million in 2023, driven by global popularity.
The Buldak carbonara ramen recently went viral on TikTok, leading to a 70% surge in Samyang's stock price and shortages in the US. Celebrities like Cardi B have posted about searching for the noodles.
