JANUARY 2002
PRODUCT Prostatin Formula #103, 500 mg capsules, 30 & 90
capsule bottles
CODE All lots and codes.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Herbal Doctor Remedies,
Monterey Park, CA
Manufacturer:
Sheng Chang Pharmaceutical Co Ltd., Taipei Hsein, Taiwan.
REASON Product contains aristolochic acid, a potent
carcinogen and nephrotoxin.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERECE 5/30 capsule and 2/90
capsule bottles only.
DISTRIBUTION AZ, KY, PA and the Philippines.
PRODUCT Fresh Tuna Fish, headed and gutted, 24 pieces,
approximately 2314 pounds
CODE Lot #11053.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kinton Inc., Neward, NJ
REASON Fresh tuna fish exceeded internal temperature of 40
degrees F.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERECE 12 pieces.
DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.
PRODUCT Sysco Classic 10720AB Drink Base Grape 5 + 1
Sweetened with 100% Nutrasweet 6948814 NET 384 FL OZS. (3 GALS.) 11.34L,
CODE 10720AB, SUPC 6948814 3 GL BNB Grape.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Vitality
Beverages Inc., Tampa, FL
Manufacturer: Vitality Manufacturing Canada, Barrie,
Ontario, Canada.
REASON Product contained sugar instead of labeled
ingredient, Nutrasweet.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERECE 47 cases.
DISTRIBUTION NY, CT and FL.
PRODUCT Fresh tuna loins packed in unlabeled flexible
plastic bags packed in ice inside waxed cases labeled in part:
"***S.F.S.
Seafood*
CODE Product is uncoded.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Miss Becky
Seafood dba Safe Harbor Seafood Mayport, FL
Manufacturer:
Alpha Seafoods, Miami, FL.
REASON FDA analysis revealed histamine levels above 50 ppm.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERECE 5 cases or approx. 61.84
lbs.
DISTRIBUTION FL and GA.
Voluntary Recall of Mislabeled April Hill Frozen Cookie Dough Expanded as a Precaution to Include Fall Harvest Cookies
April Hill Theme Cookie Cutouts That Do Not List Egg in the Ingredients
Include Fall Harvest Frozen Cookie Dough; Recall Applies to Illinois, Indiana,
Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Sara
Lee Bakery Group has expanded its voluntary recall of 5.99-pound cartons of
frozen April Hill Theme Cookie Cutouts to include Harvest season cookies in the
shapes of pumpkins and apples because eggs are not listed as an ingredient on
the package. Consumption of these products by people who have an allergy or
severe sensitivity to eggs may result in a serious or life-threatening allergic
reaction. This product only poses a hazard to egg-sensitive individuals. Sara
Lee Bakery Group is working together with the FDA in undertaking a voluntary
recall of this product and also has notified the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis
Network.
The
72-count packages of April Hill Harvest cookies had already been removed from
grocery shelves, but they may remain in consumers' freezers. The cookies are
safe for consumption except for people with allergies or sensitivity to eggs.
There have been no consumer complaints regarding the Harvest cookies. The
recall is being expanded as a precautionary measure.
The
5.99-pound packages were sold exclusively during the fall season at GFS
Marketplace Stores in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Ohio and to Gordon Food
Service customers in those four states as well as Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and
West Virginia. The packages carry the April Hill brand name and are not
marketed under the Sara Lee name. April Hill 5.99-pound cartons of Holiday
cookies in the shapes of bells, trees and stars were previously recalled
because of the mislabeled egg content.
The
recall only applies to 5.99-pound April Hill cartons of 72 preformed frozen
sugar cookies in Harvest and Holiday shapes. No other brands, products or sizes
are involved in this recall. All April Hill products that declare
"egg" in the ingredient panel are not affected.
Consumers may return the cookies to any GFS Marketplace store for a full refund. Consumers who have any questions or concerns should call Sara Lee Bakery Group toll-free at (800) 449-4284 (Extensions 8626, 8656 or 8676) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Arnie's
Bakery is voluntarily recalling its 12" Turtle Elegance Tortes because
eggs are not listed as an ingredient on the package. Consumption of this
product by people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs may result
in a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. This product only poses a
hazard to egg-sensitive individuals. The company has received one complaint
regarding this product. Arnie's Bakery is working together with the FDA in
undertaking a voluntary recall of this product.
The
mislabeled product was packed under the GFS Label and was distributed solely to
GFS Marketplace Stores in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio and to Gordon
Food Service customers in those four states as well as Kentucky, Pennsylvania,
and West Virginia. Gordon Food Service has alerted food service customers to
the fact that eggs are included in the ingredients of this product. The recall
applies to all lots of the GFS 12" Turtle Elegance Tortes. No other
brands, products or sizes are involved in this recall.
Consumers may return the Tortes to any GFS Marketplace store for a full refund. Consumers who have any questions or concerns should call Arnie's Bakery toll-free at 1-800-343-4361 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
State
Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned egg-allergic consumers to
avoid eating OHYES Brand Choco Softcake Korean Cookies due to undeclared eggs
in the product.
The
product was sold in 10.86 ounce cardboard packages with a code of 200204.20.
This product was distributed by Hansung Sikpoom Co., 1826 Sydan St., Ridgewood,
NY 11385. Routine sampling by food safety inspectors for the New York State
Department of Agriculture and Markets at a grocery store in Queens, New York
revealed the product contained high levels of egg which were not declared on
the label.
Consumption of this product by consumers with egg allergies can cause severe, life-threatening reactions. This product should be returned to the retailer where purchased.
Appetizing
Plus of Brooklyn, New York is recalling its packages of "Mandel
Bread" because they may contain undeclared almonds. People who have
allergies to almonds run the risk of serious life-threatening allergic reaction
if they consume this product.
The
recalled "Mandel Bread" was distributed to retail stores in Brooklyn.
The product comes in clear plastic packages marked with lot #200277 and stamped
with the expiration date 1/24/02.
The
recall was initiated after it was discovered by NYS Food Inspectors, that the
almond-containing product was distributed in packages that did not reveal the
presence of almonds. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused
by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging process.
Production of the product has been suspended until the company is certain that
the problem has been corrected. Consumers who have purchased packages of
"Mandel Bread" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for
a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at
718-437-3376.
Product: Canned Corned Beef
Codes: Produced on June 05, 2001. The products
subject to recall are 12-ounce cans of "TARBAX Corned Beef with juices
Product of Brazil." The bottom of each can is embossed with "BRASIL
INSPECIONADO 3031 S.I.F."
Problem: The product may contain edible and/or
inedible beef by-products that are not declared on the label.
Discovered: A routine Food Safety and
Inspection Service (FSIS) import inspection detected a violation that resulted
in nationwide sampling of product in commerce in the United States. In
addition, the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture audited the production
facility, Quatro Marcos, LTDA (Brazilian establishment #3031) in Brazil and
de-listed it for exports to the United States.
Recalling Importer: MJM Tarbax International,
LLC 5-3 Portland Ct. Freehold, NJ 07728
Contact: Jose Rego, Director, 973-274-1171
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 36,000 pounds
Distribution: New Jersey
Product: "O'NEILL'S BRAND, DANNY'S 0WN RECIPE,
PORK BANGERS, Contains up to 13% Rusk" and "O'NEILL'S BRAND, DANNY'S
0WN RECIPE, BEEF BANGERS, Contains up to 13% Rusk" in 1-pound packages.
Codes: Produced between 12/19/01and 1/8/02. The
establishment number "EST. 8756" appears inside the USDA mark of
inspection.
Problem: The label fails to list several allowable
ingredients and the product also contains a prohibited ingredient (sodium
metabisulfite).
Discovered: On January 8, 2002, it was
confirmed by FSIS/OFO that a spice mix being used did not declare all
ingredients present. Therefore, it was determined that the above mentioned
products, containing this spice mix, were improperly labeled.
Establishment: De Yulio’s Sausage
Company 161 Myrtle Avenue Stamford, CT 06902
Contact: Patricia D. Oxer, Office Manager,
203-348-2727
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 700 pounds
Distribution: Connecticut and New York
Joaly Enterprise Company Announces Recall of Gel Candies Due to a Potential Choking Hazard
Joaly
Enterprise Company is announcing the recall of Mini Fruit Jellys all flavors.
The recall covers approximately 3,130 cases of 1500g/53oz jars/6 jars per case
and 1,824 cases of 300g/10.5 oz cellophane bags/30 bags per case Mini Fruit
Jelly because they represent a potential choking hazard. This candy,
distributed nationwide to retail establishments, is sold under the names of
Joelee, and the label describes the product as a Mini Fruit Jelly. The candy
comes in small sealed plastic cups that contain gelatin with a chunk of fruit.
These
candies contain the ingredient "konjac" (also known as conjac,
konnyakn, yam flour, or glucomannan). The Consumer Product Safety Commission
and the Food and Drug Administration consider this type of candy to pose a
serious choking risk, particularly to infants, children and the elderly. Local
authorities have reported four children's deaths from choking in the United
States associated with this type of jelly candy. There have also been reports
of deaths in other countries.
Each
jelly cup is about the size of a single-serve coffee creamer. The jelly cups
are in a plastic bag or plastic jar. The flavors sold are mango, assorted fruit
and other flavors. The candy bears warning labels, suggesting that it not be
eaten by children under age three.
The FDA has issued two previous general warnings against consuming mini-cup gel candies that contain the ingredient "konjac." Although the agency issued an import alert to address importation of these candies in October, 2001, candies imported prior to the import alert are still in the U.S. market. These candies are sold under various brand names, distributed by various companies. Joaly Enterprise Company urges all consumers to return this product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (562-229-9455).
The Olson Baking Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg Whites in the 12 Pack Brown's Sugarless Bakery Oatmeal Spice Cookies
The
Olson Baking Company is voluntarily recalling their 12 pack Browns Sugarless
Bakery Oatmeal Spice Cookies because it contains undeclared egg whites.
Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg whites may run the
risk of serious or life threatening reaction if they consume this product. The
Brown's Sugarless Bakery Oatmeal Spice Cookies were distributed in Western
Washington, Oregon, Florida, Southeast Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and
Northern Illinois. This product is available to the consumer through retail
stores.
The
product being recalled was packaged as a 12 pack in clear plastic hinged
containers under the Browns Sugarless Bakery label. Product received or
purchased by the consumer prior to January 4th, 2002 can be considered packaged
with an incorrect label. This product does not bear a manufacturing code. No
other brands, products or sizes are included in this recall. The problem with
the label was discovered after a random sampling program, conducted by the
Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Affairs. The recall was initiated
voluntarily once the incorrect label was discovered. Labels are in the process
of being corrected and all future products being distributed will have the
corrected labels.
Consumers who purchased this product are encouraged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-328-0744.
CAPE MAY FOODS RECALLS CHOPPED CLAMS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
Cape
May Foods of Cape May, N.J., is recalling LaMonica Brand 6.5-ounce chopped
clams because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium
botulinum, a bacterium that can cause life-threatening illness or death.
Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell
spoiled.
Botulism,
a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms:
general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or
swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal
distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing
these problems should seek immediate medical attention.
LaMonica Brand chopped clams were distributed primarily to states in the northeast states and can be identified by a can code C271C. People experiencing the aforementioned symptoms should seek immediate medical attention. Consumers with questions should call 1-866-227-3629.
PRODUCT
US
Label: Solgar's Digestive Aid, Dietary
Supplement
UK
Label: Solgar's Digestive Enzymes
Israeli
Label: Solgar's Digestive Aid
French
Label: Solgar's Digestive Enzymes
Tablets
packaged in plastic bottles of 100's.
CODE Lot 31993 and 30957
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Solgar Vitamin and Herb
Leonia, NJ
REASON The product was manufactured using pepsin that
American Laboratories, Inc. recalled due to Salmonella contamination.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 754 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and UK, South Africa, France,
Ireland, and Israel.
PRODUCT 1) Nature's Plus(R) brand Nature Cleanse(R)
BotaniCleanse(R) Natural Cleansing Supplement Botanical Concentrates,
Green
Foods & Vitamin C, 90 tablets per bottle, Product No. 1138
2)
Nature's Plus(R) brand Complete Digestive Aid Digestive Enzyme Supplement, 90
tablets per bottle, Product No. 4450.
3)
Nature's Plus(R) brand Maximum Strength Ultra-Zyme(R) Digestive Enzyme
Supplement The Ultimate Digestive Aid
a) 90 tablets per bottle, Product No.
4452.
b) 180 tablets per bottle, Product No.
4453.
c)
Italian label Nature's Plus(R) brand Enzimi Alimentari Ultra-Zyme(R)Bioalimento
90 Tavolette Peso netto 75g
Prodotto
Numero E0 4452 01
4)
Nature's Plus(R) brand Dietary Supplement Betaine Hydrochloride 600 mg, 90
tablets per bottle, Product No. 4370
CODE Firm on labels - Manufactured with LOVE by Natural
Organics Laboratories, Inc., makers of Nature's Plus Amityville, New York
U.S.A. NATURAL ORGANICS,
Inc.(TM)Codes:
Product
Name Product # Lot #s
Nature
Cleanse 1138 008597
BotaniCleanse
Betaine
Hydrochloride 4370 1006874
Digestive
Enzyme 4450 1008884
Ultra-Zyme
90 tabs 4452 1007110,
1005942, 1009520, 1007562
Ultra-Zyme
180 tabs 4453 1005943,
1007116, 1009596, 1006906
Ultra-Zyme 4452 01 1009034
Bioalimento
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Natural Organics, Inc. Melville, NY
Manufacturer: Natural Organics Laboratories, Inc.
Amityville, NY.
REASON The products were manufactured using pepsin that
American Laboratories, Inc., recalled due to Salmonella contamination.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE BotaniCleanse: 1802 bottles;
Digestive Enzyme: 1461 bottles; Betaine HCl: 1771 bottles;
Ultra-Zyme:
9626 bottles (90 tabs), 7446 (180 tabs), & 150 bottles (product to Italy).
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and International. The Ultra-Zyme
Italian labeled product was sold to a sole distributor account in Italy
PRODUCT "Margaret" brand Korean Cookies, imported
from Korea, 8.04 ounce foil packages, containing ca. 12 cookies per package,
and packed in papercard boxes/12 boxes per case. Product labeled in English and
Korean
CODE 09828K.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Rhee Brothers, Inc. Columbia, MD
Manufacturer: Lotte Confectionery Co., Ltd. Seoul, South
Korea.
REASON Product contains undeclared eggs and peanuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 205 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
PRODUCT 17 varieties of Islands Bakery brand bread and 1
variety of Trader Joe brand bread.
Island's
Bakery brand: Wheat bread; Cracked Wheat bread; Oat & Wheat Berry bread;
Multi Grain bread; 7-Grain bread; Honey-Wheat bread; Wheat Berry bread; Health
bread; Old Fashioned Oat bread; Honey Spelt bread; Seed bread; Sunflower Barley
bread; Caraway Rye bread; Apricot Walnut bread; Sourdough French bread; White bread; Jalapeno Cheese bread.
Trader
Joe's brand: Multi Seed bread.
CODE All loaf breads' labels are dated "10 31"
or before.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Newman Foods, Inc.
Arlington, WA
REASON Loaf breads contain undeclared eggs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Undetermined.
DISTRIBUTION Western Washington State.
PRODUCT 1. Colts Chocolate Dipped Animal Crackers, 2 oz.,
plastic package.
2.
Roy Rogers Happy Trails Chocolate Peanut Butter & Trail Mix, 12/19 gram
pieces, individually wrapped in plastic and sold in 6 and 12 unit boxes.
3.
Colts Bolts Chocolate peanut Butter & Almonds, 2 oz, plastic package;
Treasure Island at the Mirage Chocolate Peanut Butter & Almonds, 2 oz;
Mirage Las Vegas Chocolate Peanut Butter & Almonds, 2 oz; Bellagio
Chocolate Peanut Butter & Almond, 2 oz; Golden Nugget Chocolate Peanut
Butter & Almonds, 2 oz.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall
was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Colt, Inc. Nashville, TN
REASON Milk Chocolate-Coated products contain undeclared
milk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approximately 1220 cases of product
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
PRODUCT Products are labeled with "INLAND CATERING Expando-O-Systems" brand.
1.
Rueben Sandwich - undeclared egg yolk, and FD&C Yellow #5.
2.
Turkey Wrap Sandwich - Undeclared egg yolk.
3.
Ham Wrap Sandwich - Undeclared egg yolk.
4.
Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwich - undeclared egg.
5.
Tuna Salad Sandwich - undeclared crustacea (clam broth) and fails to list the subingredients of
mayonnaise.
6.
Meatball Sandwich - undeclared soy flour.
7.
BBQ Beef Sandwich - undeclared soy flour.
CODE Products with a pull date of 23-Jul-01 or before.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Expand O Systems LLC, Boise,
ID
REASON Products contain undeclared ingredients that can
elict reactions in sensitive individuals (see product list for specific
ingredients).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION ID
PRODUCT Tortillas labeled: "6" YELLOW CORN FLOUR
6/10 DZ. Packaged as 120 count per plastic bag, 6 bags to a shipping case.
CODE Product not coded.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Super Lopez Tortilla Factory
Houston, TX
REASON The product was manufactured using an ingredient
which appeared to contain the genetic material (DNA) necessary for the
production in corn (trade name: StarLink) of the pesticide Cry9C protein
derived from Bacillus thuringiensis subspies tolworthi. The pesticide is not allowed for use in
foods for human consumption.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 8 cases.
DISTRIBUTION TX
PRODUCT Sunflower Enriched Degerminated Self-Rising Yellow
Corn Meal Mix in 5 lb. Bags (8 bags/bale).
CODE Lot Code #112215
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hopkinsville Milling
Company, Hopkinsville, KY
REASON The product was manufactured using an ingredient
which appeared to contain the genetic material (DNA) necessary for the
production in corn (trade name: Starlink) of the pesticide Cry9C protein
derived from Bacillus thuringiensis subspies tolworthi. The pesticide is not allowed for use in
foods for human consumption.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 912 bales (36,480 LBS)
DISTRIBUTION AL, TN, MS, and AR.
PRODUCT Products are labeled with "INLAND CATERING Expando-O-Systems" brand.
1.
Egg Salad Sandwich - does not list the subingredients of mayonnaise.
2.
Chicken Salad Sandwich - does not list the subingredients of mayonnaise.
3.
Ham Salad Sandwich - does not list the subingredients of mayonnaise.
4.
Vanilla Oreo Pudding Pie - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5, and
FD&C Yellow #6.
5.
Banana Cream Pudding Pie - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5, and
FD&C Yellow #6.
6.
Coconut Cream Pudding Pie - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5 and
FD&C Yellow #6.
7.
Cherry Cheesecake - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5, and FD&C
Yellow #6.
8.
Blueberry Cheesecake - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5, and FD&C
Yellow #6.
9.
Chocolate Chip Pudding Pie - undeclared wheat flour, FD&C Yellow #5, and
FD&C Blue #1.
CODE Products with a pull date of 23-Jul-01 or before.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Expand O Systems LLC Boise,
ID
REASON Products contains undeclared ingredients (see
product list for specifics).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION ID
PRODUCT Ferrous Sulfate Tablets, 325 mg. (Dietary
Supplement) under the Eckerd, H.E.B., Longs, Nature's Valley, Sav-on Osco by
Albertson's and Ultima labels. The
product is packed in 60 and 100 tablet blister strips in a carton.
CODE Lot Numbers OD01649, OF02547, OMB0627, OM02553,
OM03538, OD01649, OF02547, OH02400, 1CA2142, OH02400, OMB0628,
OF02546,
OMB1226, OKB1115, OMB0629.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Leiner Health Products, Inc. Carson, CA
Manufacturer: Leiner Health Products, Inc. Fort Mill, SC.
REASON The product is misbranded since it lists an
incorrect tablet strength on the inner blister packs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 130,380 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Golden Boy Dried Mushrooms packaged in rigid plastic
trays, net wt. 2 oz., 50 - 2 oz. pkgs. per case.
CODE None
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Strong America Limited Brooklyn, NY
Manufacturer: Xiamen Da Chang Hua Imp. & Exp. Co. Ltd.
Xiamen, Fujian, China.
REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 21 cases (50 - 2 oz.
packages per case)
DISTRIBUTION NY, FL and TN
Product: Canned Corned Beef
Codes: Produced between August 08, 2001 to August
23, 2001. The products subject to recall are 12-ounce cans of "ECONO
CORNED BEEF WITH JUICES PRODUCT OF BRAZIL." The bottom of each can is embossed
with "BRASIL INSPECIONADO 3031 S.I.F."
Problem: The product may contain edible and/or
inedible beef by-products that are not declared on the label.
Discovered: A routine Food Safety and
Inspection Service (FSIS) import inspection detected a violation that resulted
in nationwide sampling of product in commerce in the United States. In
addition, the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture audited the production
facility, Quatro Marcos, LTDA (Brazilian establishment #3031) in Brazil and
de-listed it for exports to the United States.
Establishment: Maple Leaf Foods
International 3080 Yonge
Street Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Contact: Luis Rivas, Sales Manager, 416-480-6436
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 75,000 pounds
Distribution: Puerto Rico
Product: HOLMES SMOKEHOUSE PECAN SMOKED SAUSAGE
Codes:
Produced on
01-02-2002. The products subject to recall are: 28-ounce packages of
"TASTE OF TEXAS HOLMES SMOKEHOUSE PECAN SMOKED SAUSAGE." Each package
bears a sticker on the back containing the sell-by date "MAR 04 2002"
or "MAR 05 2002" and the batch number "366." The packages
also bear the establishment code "EST. 21560" located inside the USDA
mark of inspection.
Problem: The products may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
sample was collected by FSIS on January 02, 2002. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on January 15, 2002.
Establishment: S & D Holmes Smokehouse,
Inc. 7037 Highway 36 South Pleak, TX 77471
Contact: Debie Frewin, Office Manager, 281-342-3749
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 2,500 pounds
Distribution: Houston, Texas
Colt, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Truffle Babies and Mighty Marshmallows
Colt,
Inc. of Nashville, Tennessee is recalling Truffle Babies and Mighty
Marshmallows (chocolate dipped marshmallows) because the products contain milk
not listed on the labeling. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to
milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they
consume these products. Truffle Babies were distributed in bulk containers
nationwide to retail stores.
Mighty
Marshmallows were distributed in bulk containers nationwide to gift basket
manufacturers and florists.
Truffle
Babies are a chocolate, peanut butter, and almond confection individually
wrapped, one-ounce pieces.
Mighty
Marshmallows are a chocolate dipped marshmallow, individually wrapped in clear
cellophane with no ingredient statement
The recall was initiated after it was noted during an FDA inspection that one product was incorrectly labeled and one product was unlabeled. Both products were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Consumers with questions on the product should contact Mr. Josh Horn (615) 251-0100 for additional information and product return.
FDA ANNOUNCES A RECALL BY WALONG MARKETING, INC. OF MINI JELLY SNACK CUPS CANDIES DUE TO CHOKING HAZARD
The
FDA is announcing the recall by Walong Marketing, Inc., Buena Park, California
of “Mini Jelly Snack Cups” because this product presents a choking hazard.
These candies are distributed nationwide and internationally under the brands
Kimbo, Asian Taste, Jin Jin and Shen Hsiang Jen Foods. The candies are packaged
in small sealed plastic cups.
These
candies contain the ingredient "konjac" (also known as conjac,
konnyaku, yam flour, or glucomannan). The Consumer Product Safety Commission
and the Food and Drug Administration consider this type of candy to pose a
serious choking risk, particularly to infants, children and the elderly. Local
authorities have reported six children’s deaths from choking in the United
States associated with this type of jelly candy. There have also been reports
of deaths in other countries.
Each
mini Jelly cup is about the size of a single size coffee creamer. The Kimbo
Lychee Flavor Jelly is sold in plastic bags containing about 18 cups. The Asian
Taste-Konnyaku Fruit Jelly (Lychee Flavor) is sold in 1500 gram plastic jars
containing about 105 cups. Jin Jin Tropical Mix Fruit is sold in 1500 gram
plastic jars containing about 105 cups. Sheng Hsiang Jen Food Co Mini Fruity
Gels (Peach, Lychee, and assorted flavors) are sold in plastic jars.
Walong
Marketing, Inc., has requested recall through distributors and retailers to
consumers. Consumers are urged to return this product to the place of purchase
for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at
714-670-8899.
In August and October 2001, the FDA issued general warnings against consuming mini-cup gel candies that contain the ingredient “konjac”. In December 2001 and January 2002 two other firms recalled gel candies. Although the agency issued an import alert to address importation of these candies in October 2001, candies imported prior to the import alert are still in the US market.
New
York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned
sulfite-allergic consumers and asthmatics to avoid consuming Dried Sweet Potato
due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.
The
product is being recalled by Sin Muk-Sang, 6310 20th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
11204. Dried Sweet Potato is packaged in plastic bags with orange, yellow and white
coloring with the code Q/LNS01-1997. All other labeling is in Chinese. The
package is approximately 8 ounces in size. It was sold in the Brooklyn area
only.
Routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors revealed the product contained high levels of sulfites, which were not declared on the label. Sulfites can cause deadly reactions in asthmatics and others suffering sulfite allergies. This product should be returned to Sin Muk-Sang, 6310 20th Avenue, Brooklyn.
Product: Cured Pork Sausage
Codes: Produced on December 20, 2001. Each package
bears establishment number “EST. 11179” inside the USDA mark of inspection, the
lot number "LOT# 355," and the sell-by date "SELL BY
2/20/02." The products subject to recall are approximately one pound
packages of “Special America's MR. TANGO Cuban Brand COOKED BUTIFARRA Cured
Sausage.”
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A routine microbiological sample
was collected by FSIS on January 10, 2002. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on January 17, 2002.
Establishment: Special America's BBQ,
Inc. 13001 NW 32 Ave., Bay 2-3 Opa Locaka, FL 33054
Contact: Avio Presa, Plant Manager, 305-681-5646
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 150 pounds
Distribution: Miami,
FL
Product: Canned poultry soups
Codes:
The
products subject to recall are:
Produced
on November 02, 2001, cans were mislabeled as "S&W GARBANZO
BEANS" (15.5 ounces on the label), which actually contain 14.5 ounces of
"WOLFGANG PUCK’S CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH PASTA HEARTY SOUP." The
product contains the package code "978P8/C306" and establishment
number "P6166" on top of each can. The product was distributed to
retail establishments in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and
Washington.
Produced
on September 20, 2001, cans were mislabeled as "S&W PINTO BEANS"
(15 ounces on the label), which actually contain 14.5 ounces of "WOLFGANG
PUCK’S GRILLED CHICKEN WITH RICE HEARTY SOUP." The product contains the
package code "897P8/C263" and establishment number "P6166"
on top of each can. The product was distributed to retail establishments in
Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington.
Problem: The canned soups were incorrectly labeled
(Misbranded).
Discovered: On January 04, 2002, a
consumer complaint was received by the firm, who then discovered through their
quality assurance check that the above-mentioned products were incorrectly
labeled. The firm notified FSIS and initiated the voluntary recall.
Establishment: Chiquita Processed Foods,
LLC 25 North 6th Street Payette, ID 83661
Contact: Nancy Graves, QA Director, 715-243-8320
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 6,200 pounds
Distribution: Arizona, California,
Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington
PRODUCT Mini Vegetable Eggroll 8662, 200 count under the
Kabobs Label
Mini
Shirmp & Pork Eggroom 8672, 200 count under the Kabobs Label
Vegetable
Potstocker 361, 100 count under the Kabobs label,
Crab
Rangoon 366, 100 count under the Kabobs label,
Dragon
Shrimp 3631,100 count under the Kabobs label,
Shrimp
Potsticker S-9109, 100 count under the Kabobs label,
Shrimp
Wonton 367, 100 count under the Kabobs label,
CODE Julian dates of 01001 through 01211.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kabobs, Inc., Lake City, GA
REASON Frozen appetizers contained undeclared whey protein.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,888 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and Canada.
New
York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today announced that
Sweet Delight of Brooklyn, Inc., 1067 Brighton Beach Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
11235 is voluntarily recalling its "Honey Cake" because the product
contains undeclared almonds. People who have allergies to almonds run the risk
of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these
products.
The
recalled "Honey Cake" is packaged in uncoded, foil trays with clear
plastic covers. They were sold in the Brooklyn area only. The recall was
initiated after New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food
inspectors found that the almond-containing product was distributed in packages
that did not reveal the presence of almonds. Consumers who have purchased
packages of "Honey Cake" are urged to return them to the place of
purchase. Consumers with questions may contact Peter Sobolevsky of Sweet
Delight of Brooklyn, Inc. at 718-743-5841.
Blooming
Import. Inc located at 45 Bowne St., Brooklyn, NY 11231 is recalling 16oz
packages of assorted candy because the product contains undeclared sulfites.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of
serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. No
illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The
candies are packaged in uncoded red plastic containers with clear plastic
covers; one type has a picture of a man with two children, the other a picture
of a Chinese ship. Product was distributed in the NY Metro area. The recall was
initiated after it was discovered through routine sampling by NYS Dept of
Agriculture and Markets food inspectors that the product contained sulfites and
was distributed in packaging that did not declare the presence of sulfites. The
consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to
elicit severe reaction in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock can occur in
certain sulfites sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more
sulfites. Analysis of the assorted candy revealed it contained more than 10
milligrams per serving.
Consumers who have purchased the 16oz package of
assorted candy can return the product to the place of purchase for a full
refund. Consumer with questions may contact the company at (718) 625-6868.
Product: Random weight packages, weighing
approximately 3 1/2 to 5 pounds, of "ARMOUR PREMIUM MARINATED PORK LOIN
HALF, ONION AND GARLIC."
Codes:
Produced on
or before January 11, 2002. Each package bears the product code
"56610" and "USE OR FREEZE BY: FEB 13" or any prior date.
The package also bears the establishment code "EST. 995" located
inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The product contains an undeclared ingredient
(hydrolyzed milk protein).
Discovered: On January 22, 2002, the
firm contacted FSIS to confirm their preliminary reports of possible
misbranding of the product.
Establishment: Swift & Company 1200 Story Ave. Louisville, KY 40206
Contact: Karen Lynn, V.P., Communications,
402-595-5392
Quantity Recalled: Undetermined
Distribution: Nationwide
Consumer Alert: Undeclared Sulfites in Sweetened Nelon
(Melon)
New
York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned
sulfite-allergic consumers and asthmatics to avoid consuming Eastwell Sweetened
Nelon (Melon) due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.
The
product is being recalled by Eastwell Trading Inc., 8 Ingraham Street,
Brooklyn, New York 11206. Sweetened Nelon (Melon) is packaged in clear, 6-ounce
plastic bags trimmed in green with the code "Expirationo: 18 months".
The product is packed by Jiangmen Food 1/E Co. Guangdong, China. It was
distributed in the New York City area.
Routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors revealed the product contained high levels of sulfites, which were not declared on the label. Sulfites can cause deadly reactions in asthmatics and others suffering sulfite allergies. No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased Eastwell Sweetened Nelon (Melon) should return it to the place of purchase.
Edy's Grand Ice Cream Issues Urgent Recall of Girl Scouts Samoas Ice Cream in Parts of the Southeast
Edy's Grand Ice Cream is recalling 5,000 cartons of
its Limited Edition Girl Scouts Samoas Cookie Ice Cream distributed in Columbus
(Ohio), and parts of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee and the Florida
panhandle, because the ice cream may contain peanuts which are not identified
on the label. The peanuts may be found in the ice cream, not the cookie pieces.
Only individuals who have an allergy or severe
sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of serious or potentially
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. People with a
peanut allergy or sensitivity to peanuts should not consume the ice cream and
should immediately dispose of the product. The potentially affected cartons of
Edy's Girl Scouts Samoas Cookie Ice Cream are the 1.75-quart size and have a
code date of 48-18-42 09 20 AL. The code date can be found on the bottom of the
carton.
Consumers should send the bottom of the carton to
Edy's Grand Ice Cream, Consumer Relations, 5929 College Avenue, Oakland,
California 94618, for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call Edy's
Consumer Call Center at 1 888 837-4438.