NOVEMBER 2002
WEEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 2
PRODUCT
Mini Fruit Jellies, all flavors, in sizes 53 oz. jars; 10.5 oz. poly bags.
Brand name is "JoeLee" where the "o" is a happy face.
a) Mango Flavor; b) Lychee Flavor; c) Assorted Flavor; d) Grape Flavor; e)
Strawberry Flavor; f) Peach Flavor; g) Pineapple Flavor.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Joaly Enterprise Company, La
Mirada, CA.
Manufacturer: Jojomo Enterprise Co. Ltd., Chang-Hua, Taiwan.
REASON This type of candy is in violation of section 402 (a)(3) of the Federal
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the
characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 138,804 cases in 2001.
DISTRIBUTION AZ, CA, FL, NC, NV, NY and TX.
PRODUCT
Mini Gel Candies. The candies were sold under the brand names New Choice Mini
Fruit Gels, Yummy Choice Fruit Gel Snacks, and Sheng Hsiang Jen (chinese label)
Conjac Coconut jell. The products were sold in the following flavors:
a) Apples; b) Grape; c) Taro; d) Lychee; e) Peach; f) Pineapple; g) Mango; h)
Orange; i) Lemon; j) Strawberry; k) Assorted.
The candies were sold in bags containing 18 units per bag and shipped 30 bags
per case. The candies were also sold in plastic jars containing 88 units per
jar and shipped 6 jars per case.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Santi and Sons, Reading, PA.
Manufacturer: Sheng Hsiang Jen Foods Co. Ltd, Taiwan, Republic of China.
REASON This type of candy is in violation of section 402 (a)(3) of the Federal
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the
characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1642296 individual units.
DISTRIBUTION PA and DE.
PRODUCT
Luokeng Fresh Bamboo Shoot packaged in a vacuum packed, flexible plastic bag,
net wt. 17.05 ozs.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: ADCO (USA) Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
Manufacturer: Xinhui Foodstuffs Co., Xinhui City, China.
REASON The product appears to be a low-acid food capable of supporting growth
of C. botulinum.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 26 cases (30 - 17.5 oz. packages per case).
DISTRIBUTION NY.
PRODUCT
Alaska Supreme brand ice cream in 1/2 gallon containers. Flavors include: a)
Base Camp Coffee; b) Chocolate.
CODE All codes up to MAY 16 2003.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Alaska Supreme Ice Cream Co., Anchorage, AK.
REASON The products contained the undeclared color FD&C Yellow No. 5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 52 gallons.
DISTRIBUTION AK.
PRODUCT
Apple juice labeled in part "Minute Maid APPLE JUICE***16 FL OZ***
PASTEURIZED***MANUFACTURED UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE MINUTE MAID COMPANY A
DIVISION OF THE COCA-COLA COMPANY, HOUSTON, TX 77252". Packaged in 16-oz
plastic bottles 24 per case.
CODE Product labeled with code JAN1303WTB2CAL x (x=Military Times ranging from
1800-0105).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Minute Maid Company, Houston,
TX. Manufacturer: Minute Maid, Waco,
TX.
REASON Apple juice contains mold.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 24,695 cases.
DISTRIBUTION NM, TX, LA, AZ and OK.
Product: Fresh Cooked Meatballs
Codes: Produced from March 16, 1998 until present.
The products being recalled are 5-lb. packages of "MR. MEATBALL COOKED
MEATBALLS." Each package bears the establishment code "EST.
20201" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: Misbranding, the product may contain an
undeclared allergen (sesame oil) on the product label.
Discovered: On October 25, 2002, the
FSIS inspector at the establishment, while conducting a routine monitoring
task, determined that the ingredient (Sesame Seeds) were present in the product
and were not declared on the product label.
Establishment: Santina Foods Inc., 3714-3716 Cleveland Ave Columbus, OH 43224
Contact: Phillip A. Gullatta, President, 614-471-0700
Quantity Recalled: Undetermined amount
Distribution: Franklin County, Ohio
The
Food Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an import alert on cantaloupes from
Mexico because of insanitary conditions that have resulted in four
Salmonellosis outbreaks in the last three years in the United States. These
outbreaks were responsible for many illnesses including two deaths and at least
18 hospitalizations. This import alert recommends that officials detain without
physical examination cantaloupe from Mexico offered for entry at all U.S.
ports.
Investigations
of Salmonella outbreaks between 2000 and 2002 showed insanitary
conditions in the growing and packing of cantaloupe in Mexico. In addition, FDA
sampling of imported produce found some samples of cantaloupe from most growing
regions in Mexico tested positive for Salmonella. The samples were
collected during both the fall/winter and spring/summer season. Today's import
alert expands the prior import alerts that targeted specific shippers and
growers whose products were linked to outbreaks or tested positive for Salmonella.
The
FDA also announced today that it will continue to work with the Mexican government
on a food safety program for production, packing and shipping of fresh
cantaloupes. The Mexican government has proposed a certification program based
on good agricultural practices and good manufacturing practices that would
allow FDA to identify firms that have adopted and implemented such a food
safety program. This certification program is still under development.
FDA AND FBI MAKE ARREST IN TAMPERING INCIDENT IN THE ODESSA/MIDLAND TEXAS AREA
The
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Criminal Investigations; Federal
Bureau of Investigation (FBI); and the Odessa Police reported that an arrest
had been made in the recent product tampering case involving Metaboloss Diet,
Metaboloss Fat Burner and Vanquish brand acetaminophen. Sammy Joe Berry, age 31
of Odessa, TX was arrested on charges that include consumer product tampering
under Title 18. The arrest was made at his home after a search warrant was
executed and law enforcement officials found evidence suggesting that he was
the sole person involved in the tampering incidents. The suspect is to be
arraigned by a federal magistrate today.
"FDA
appreciates the collaboration with the FBI, local authorities and the other
organizations in bringing this case to a quick close," said Dr. Lester M.
Crawford, FDA Deputy Commissioner. "This swift action today shows that
unscrupulous individuals will be brought to justice," he said. Albertsons,
Walgreens and Walmart provided assistance in the investigation. The potentially
tampered products were located in their stores. FDA has recommended that
persons who have recently purchased these products not consume them, but
instead return them to the store from which they were purchased.
Product: Turkey Breast
Codes: Produced October 07, 2002. The products being
recalled are 4-oz, vacuum-packed packages of "COLUMBUS SALAME COMPANY
PEPPERED TURKEY BREAST, COATED WITH BLACK PEPPER." Each package bears the
code "382812" and the sell-by date "USE BY NOV 22 02." The
establishment number "P-6430" appears inside the USDA mark of
inspection.
Problem: The above-mentioned product was misbranded
because the packages were labeled as turkey breast but contained cured pork
loin.
Discovered: On October 29, 2002, the
firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that the firm's
quality assurance staff determined, through routine monitoring, that the
product had been incorrectly labeled.
Establishment: Nonna’s Kitchen 465 Cabot Road South San Francisco, CA 94080
Contact: Eugene "Duff" Raggio, Vice President
of Manufacturing, 650-745-1819
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 150 pounds
Distribution: Arizona, California,
Georgia, Hawaii, Minnesota, and Washington State
Product: Soup with Tiny Meatballs
Codes:
Produced
between November 18, 1999 and October 28, 2002. The products being recalled
are:
26-ounce
packages of "CASA DI CARFAGNA PrestoPLEASERS Wedding Soup with Tiny
Meatballs," which was distributed to retail stores;
64-ounce
packages of "WEDDING SOUP TRADITIONALE with TINY MEATBALLS" bearing
the code "ITEM #601001." This product was distributed to
institutions. Each of the products bears the establishment number "EST.
P-20477" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The above-mentioned products were incorrectly
labeled (misbranded) that is the products may contain sesame seeds, which were
not declared on the product labels. Sesame seed is a known allergen.
Discovered: The Food Safety and
Inspection Service (FSIS) personnel conducting a routine formulation monitoring
task at the establishment and determined that the meatballs were used as an
ingredient in the production of the above-mentioned products contained sesame
seeds. The sesame seeds were not declared in the ingredient statement of the
finished product labels.
Establishment: Casa Di Carfagna 408 N. Sixth Street Columbus, OH 43215
Contact: Dino Carfagna, Vice President, 614-846-6340
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 60,000 pounds
Distribution: Michigan and Ohio
VICORP
of Denver, Colorado is recalling baked fruit pies due to undeclared egg. People
who have allergies to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic
reaction if they consume these products. The recalled pies were distributed in
the states of Minnesota, Missouri and California. The products are packed in
cartons with the following lot numbers:
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Lattice-Top Apple Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05429): Lot
Numbers: 2002103, 2002120, 2002172, 2002201, 2002269, 2002290
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Lattice-Top Cherry Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05423): Lot
Numbers: 2002103, 2002137, 2002201, 2002269, 2002270, 2002273, 2002290, 2002291
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Lattice Blueberry Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05403): Lot
Numbers: 2002103, 2002120, 2002121, 2002137, 2002201, 2002271
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Blueberry Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05402): Lot Numbers:
2001305, 2001307, 2001311, 2001341
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Boysenberry Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05402): Lot Numbers:
2001305, 2001307, 2001311, 2001342, 2001355
J.
Horner's 25 oz. No Sugar Added Apple Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05409): Lot
Numbers: 2001305, 2001311, 2001341
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Peach Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05414): Lot Numbers: 2001305,
2001307, 2001341
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Strawberry Rhubarb Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05418): Lot
Numbers: 2001305, 2001307, 2001341
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Cherry Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05422): Lot Numbers: 2001296,
2001307, 2001319, 2001341, 2001355, 2002162
J.
Horner's 25 oz. Lattice-Top Apple Pie (Baked) (UPC 96220 05429): Lot
Numbers: 2001305, 2001307, 2001311, 2002164
The recall was initiated after a label review, which revealed that the products were distributed in packaging which did not reveal the presence of egg. Consumers who have purchased the aforementioned products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 708.687.7650 x234.
Product: Chicken Tacos
Codes: Produced between October 14, 2002 and October
28, 2002. The products being recalled are approximately 9-ounce packages of
"TRADER JOE'S LOW FAT SOFT CHICKEN TACOS," bearing sell-by dates
between "SELL BY 102802" and "SELL BY 110902". Each package
also bears the establishment number "P-6009" inside the USDA mark of
inspection.
Problem: The above-mentioned product was incorrectly
labeled (misbranded) because the product may contain nonfat dry milk, which was
not declared on the product labels. Milk is a known allergen.
Discovered: The Food Safety and
Inspection Service (FSIS) personnel conducting a routine formulation monitoring
task at the establishment and determined that the chicken breast meat strips
that were used as an ingredient in the production of the above-mentioned
product contained nonfat dry milk. The nonfat dry milk was not declared in the
ingredient statement of the finished product labels. FSIS notified the firm who
then voluntarily initiated the recall.
Establishment: Sierra Madre Foods,
Inc. 608 Monterey Pass Road Monterey Park, CA 91754
Contact: Walt Boudreaux, Marketing Director,
323-268-2791
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 1,400 pounds
Distribution: California
FDA ALERTS PUBLIC REGARDING RECALL OF POWDERED INFANT FORMULA
The
Food and Drug Administration today is alerting the public to the voluntary recall
of powdered infant formula announced by Wyeth Nutritionals Inc., Georgia,
Vermont. Certain lots of powdered infant formula manufactured between July 12
and September 25, 2002, may be contaminated with Enterobacter sakazakii.
E. sakazakii is a foodborne pathogen that can in rare cases cause sepsis
(bacteria in the blood), meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain),
or necrotizing enterocolitis (severe intestinal infection) in newborn infants,
particularly premature infants or other infants with weakened immune systems.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this contamination.
The
powdered infant formula was distributed nationwide in retail stores and amounts
to approximately 1.5 million cans. The affected products can be identified by
an expiration/use by date, embossed on the bottom of the can of: 07 28 05, 08
28 05 and 09 28 05. The products also can be identified by a six-digit
character embossed on the bottom of the cans. The first four characters
include: K12N through K19N; L07N through L30N; and N03N through N25N. The
products include:
Baby
Basics by Albertson's Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Baby
Basics by Albertson's Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
Baby
Basics by Albertson's Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Baby
Basics by Albertson's Soy Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
Baby
Basics by Albertson's Formula for older infants with iron 1 LB. 15.7 oz (900g)
Kozy
Kids Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
Kozy
Kids Soy Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
CVS
Soy Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
Hill
Country Fare Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g
Hill
Country Fare Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (1 LB) 454g
Hill
Country Fare Soy Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g
Hill
Country Fare Soy Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (1 LB) 454g
HEB
Baby Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g
American
Fare Little Ones Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
American
Fare Little Ones Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
American
Fare Little Ones Formula for Older Infants with Iron & Calcium 1 LB 15.7
(900g)
HomeBest
Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB. (908 g)
Safeway
Select Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Safeway
Select Infant Formula 2 1 LB 15.7 oz (900g)
Healthy
Baby Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Healthy
Baby Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
Healthy
Baby Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Healthy
Baby Formula for Older Infants with Iron 1 LB 15.7 oz. (900g)
Walgreens
Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
Parent's
Choice Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Parent's
Choice Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
Parent's
Choice Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
Parent's
Choice Soy Infant Formula with Iron 35oz (1 kg)
Parent's
Choice 2 Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB 15.7 oz (900g)
The
contamination was first detected during a special E. sakazakii sampling
FDA conducted at the Vermont facility. This special sampling and analysis is
being conducted at all major, domestic manufacturers of powdered infant
formula. Consumers who have purchased the powdered infant formula are urged to
return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with
questions may contact Wyeth at 1-888-526-5376.
Product: Fresh and Frozen Ready-To-Eat Turkey and
Chicken Products
Codes:
Produced
and packaged between June 27 and July 03, 2002. The following turkey and
chicken products are subject to the recall that were produced and packaged
between June 27, 2002 and July 03, 2002:
"Hatfield,
La Petite Poulet DELI IMPERIAL OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST WITH BROTH"
bearing product code "18906"
"Hatfield
Our Premium Turkey Breast Browned With Vegetable Oil Ready to Serve DELI CHOICE
99% Fat Free" bearing product code "36719"
"Hatfield
Honey Roasted Breast of Turkey Braised With Vegetable Oil Ready to Serve DELI
CHOICE," bearing product code "36720"
"Hatfield
Cajun Style Breast of Turkey Natural Smoke Flavoring Added • Ready to Serve
DELI CHOICE 99% Fat Free" bearing product code "36723"
"Hatfield
Hickory Smoked Breast of Turkey Hickory Smoke Flavor Added Ready to Serve DELI
CHOICE 99% Fat Free" bearing product code "36724"
"Hatfield
Black Pepper Breast of Turkey Rubbed with Black Pepper Braised with Vegetable
Oil Ready to Serve DELI CHOICE 99% Fat Free" bearing product code
"36725"
"Hatfield
Turkey Breast 99% Fat Free • Ready to Serve" bearing product code
"37028"
"Hatfield
Turkey Breast Braised with Vegetable Oil 99% Fat Free • Ready to Serve"
bearing product code "37021"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED SUN DRIED TOMATO 99% FAT FREE
READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "100300"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN GOLDEN ROASTED HOMESTYLE 99% FAT FREE READY
TO SERVE" bearing product code "105000"
"DE
CICCO Premium Golden Roast Tender Breast of Turkey Deliciously Roasted to
Golden Perfection" bearing product code "105072" "Rockland
Brand Golden Roast Tender Breast of Turkey Deliciously Roasted to Golden
Perfection" bearing product code "105073"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OLD FASHIONED HONEY MAPLE 97% FAT FREE READY TO
SERVE" bearing product code "110000" "Ready to Serve JERSEY
LYNNE FARMS Country Freshness Guaranteed OLD FASHIONED BREAST OF TURKEY HONEY
MAPLE COATED WITH CARAMEL COLOR 97% Fat Free" bearing product code
"110053"
"Rockland
Brand Ready to Serve Old Fashioned Breast of Turkey HONEY MAPLE COATED WITH
CARAMEL COLOR" bearing product code "110073"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED 99% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "120100"
"Bassett’s
ORIGINAL TURKEY 99% FAT FREE oven golden brown Breast of Turkey Ready to Serve
OLD FASHIONED" bearing product code "120354"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED 99% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "130000"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED 99% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "130300"
"Sheinman
99% Fat Free Oven Roast Turkey Breast Boneless (Not a Sodium Free Food)"
bearing product code "130349"
"Bassett’s
ORIGINAL TURKEY 99% FAT FREE pan oven roasted Breast of Turkey Ready to Serve
OLD FASHIONED" bearing product code "130354"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL 99% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code
"140000"
"ROCKLAND
BRAND Oven Roasted Tender Breast of Turkey With Broth" bearing product
code "360073"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED PREMIUM WITH BROTH 98% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "370000"
"ROCKLAND
BRAND Oven Roasted Tender Breast of Turkey With Broth" bearing product
code "370073"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY HONEY ROASTED PREMIUM BRAISED WITH VEGETABLE OIL
98% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "380000"
"KESSLER’S
HONEY ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 98% FAT FREE" bearing
product code "380025" "A.L.P.S. PREMIUM HICKORY SMOKED • OVEN
ROASTED Breast of Turkey HICKORY SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED" bearing product code
"390007"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY HICKORY SMOKED PAN OVEN ROASTED PREMIIUM HICKORY
SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED 98% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code
"390000"
"Dairy
Fresh Brand Old Fashioned BREAST OF TURKEY Hickory Smoke Flavor Added READY TO
SERVE" bearing product code "390011" "Master Purveyors
PREMIUM HICKORY SMOKED • OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST HICKORY SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED
• WITH BROTH 97% Fat Free" bearing product code "390091"
"KESSLER’S
CHEF’S GOURMET OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY 98% FAT FREE" bearing product
code "400025"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED CHEF’S GOURMET 98% FAT FREE READY TO
SERVE" bearing product code "400000" "Royal Deli SUPREME
BREAST OF TURKEY 98% FAT FREE" bearing product code "400079"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED CHEF’S GOURMET BRAISED IN VEGETABLE
OIL 97% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "410000"
"Sheinman
Turkey Breast OVEN ROASTED • READY TO EAT" bearing product code
"262949"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED BUFFET 98% FAT FREE READY TO
SERVE" bearing product code "330000" "ROCKLAND BRAND Oven
Roasted Tender Breast of Turkey With Broth" bearing product code
"330073"
"READY
TO SERVE NAPOLI FINEST QUALITY FOODS DELUXE OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY 97%
FAT FREE" bearing product code "330099"
"A.L.P.S.
CATERED GOURMET OVEN ROASTED Turkey Breast WITH BROTH • BROWNED WITH VEGETABLE
OIL" bearing product code "350007"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED BUFFET BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL
98% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "350000"
"naturally
good! BRAND GENUINE STYLE PAN OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "350009"
"Master
Purveyors CHEF’S CHOICE OVEN ROASTED HOME STYLE TURKEY BREAST BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "350091"
"Royal
Deli PAN OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY 98% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"350079"
"Italy’s
ORIGINAL BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL PAN OVEN ROASTED 97% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "350096"
"NAPOLI
FINEST QUALITY FOODS DELUXE OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY 97% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "350099"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED PREMIUM WITH BROTH" 98% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "360000"
"BOGNER
Meat Products PREMIUM Oven Roasted TURKEY BREAST BROWNED WITH VEGETABLE
OIL" bearing product code "360076" "La Petit Poulet Breast
of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED E-ZEE SLICE 99% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing
product code "530000"
"Blue
Ribbon Meats, Inc. DIAMOND OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST READY TO SERVE"
bearing product code "530051"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of CHICKEN OVEN ROASTED CHEF’S DESIRE BRAISED IN VEGETABLE
OIN 98% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "620000"
"La
Petit Poulet Breast of CHICKEN OVEN ROASTED CHEF’S D’LITE BRAISED IN VEGETABLE
OIL 98% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing product code "625000"
"TRADER
JOE’S Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Coated with Paprika 99% Fat Free" bearing
product code "800060"
"H&S
Supreme BREAST OF TURKEY 99% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"910000"
"READY
TO SERVE La Petite Poulet FULLY COOKED WHITE TURKEY ROLL WITH BROTH, SKIN AND BINDERS"
bearing product code "652000"
"YORKSHIRE
FARM LEMON HERB FULLY COOKED ROASTED BONELESS TURKEY BREAST 99% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "800020"
"READY
TO SERVE H&S OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL"
bearing product code "915900"
"READY
TO SERVE TELESE Fine Foods BREAST OF TURKEY 99% FAT FREE" bearing product
code "920080"
"Marino
DELUXE BREAST OF TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED • BRAISED IN VEGETBLE OIL 97% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "925058"
"READY
TO SERVE H&S Supreme BREAST OF TURKEY 95% FAT FREE" bearing product
code "920100"
"READY
TO SERVE H&S OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL"
bearing product code "925100"
Problem: The products may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: On October 03, 2002, FSIS
collected samples from retail as part of an on-going food safety investigation
of illnesses in the Northeastern United States. An intact sample was reported
positive for Listeria monocytogenes by the FSIS Outbreaks Laboratory. The
positive results strongly suggest that the recalled products may be linked to
the source of the wide spread illnesses in the Northeastern US. Based on this
information firm has voluntarily initiated the recall and suspended its
operations.
Establishment: Jack Lambersky Poultry
Inc. D.b.a. (J.L. Foods Co.,
Inc.) 2001 South Sixth Street Camden, NJ 08104
Contact: Kenneth Martin, General Manager, 800-881-3250
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 200,000 pounds
Distribution: Nationwide
PRODUCT Coconut Jelly candies with Konjac/Konnyaku, packaged
under the following brands:
a)
JM Jojomo Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly, Jojomo Enterprise Co., Ltd., No. 40, Min
Hua Lane, Fu An Village, Hsiushui
Hsiang, Changhua Hsien, Taiwan:
JM
Jojomo Lychee Flavor Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 8.8 oz. bags, UPC
#719361-000067 and 1500 g plastic jars;
JM
Jojomo Mango Flavor Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 8.8 oz. bags and 1500 g
plastic jars. Recall # F-038-3;
JM
Jojomo Mixed Flavors Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 1500 g plastic jars;
Jojomo
Peach Flavor Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 1500 g plastic jars;
JM
Jojomo Durian Flavor Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 1500 g plastic jars;
b)
Naluwan Nata De Coco Konnyaky Jelly, Lien Hoa Food Corp., Chicago, IL USA and
Hong Thai Foods Corp., Brooklyn, NY:
Naluwan
Mixed Flavors Nata De Coco Konnyaku Jelly in 8.8 oz. bags, UPC #717016-050085.
The
product is packaged in individual serving sized plastic cups with foil lids,
with the product meant to be squeezed out of the cup directly
into
the mouth. The 16.5-17 gram individual
serving cups are packaged in 8.8 oz. (250 gram) plastic bags/30 bags per case
and 1500 gram round
plastic
jars/6 jars per case.
CODE All lots of all flavors of the Jojomo and Naluwan
labeled product.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Lien Hoa Food Corp., Chicago, IL
Manufacturer: Jojomo Enterprise Co., Ltd., Changhua Hsien,
TW.
REASON This candy is in violation of section 402(a)(3) of the
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the
characteristics
that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 464 cases.
DISTRIBUTION IL and WI.
PRODUCT Mini Fruit Jelly snack cups, Brand ABC NATA DECOCO,
various and assorted flavors. Sold in
10.5 oz bag and plastic jar containing about 105 cups. Varieties included: a)
Assorted; b) Mango; c) Peach; d) Lychee.
CODE All codes.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Fresco World, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturer: Tsang Lin Industries Ltd., Taichung, Taiwan.
REASON This candy is in violation of section 402(a)(3) of
the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to
the
characteristics
that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 41,269 cases.
DISTRIBUTION CA, NY and Mexico.
PRODUCT GOLD NOSH brand Dried Cantaloupe, packed in rigid
plastic containers, net wt. 7 oz. ING:
Cantaloupe, Sugar.
CODE Barcode # 44664 00202.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Gold Nut Corporation DBA
Gold Nosh Co., Brooklyn, NY
REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites (166 ppm).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 120 - 7 oz.
containers.
DISTRIBUTION NY.
PRODUCT Liquid Egg Whites, 11,200 lbs. The production lot
was stored in the following containers: Three 1,800 pound Zero tanks (numbers
89-112-125); One 2,200 pound square tank (number 16-A); One hundred twenty 30
pound frozen plastic buckets.
CODE Lot 2112.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hi-Point Industries, Los Angeles,
CA
REASON Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 7600 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION CA.
PRODUCT Hall of Fame Brand Cool-Refreshing Mints
Artificially Flavored, Net Wt. 6 OZS., packed in flexible plastic packages.
CODE Barcode: 42726 00241; Code: 0071101
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Horizon Merchandising Inc.
DBA Hall Of Fame Candy & Nuts, INC
REASON The product contained undeclared colors - FD&C
Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Blue #1.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 100 - 6 oz. Packages.
DISTRIBUTION NY.
Product: Beef Bacon Wrap
Codes:
Produced
between Oct. 2 and Nov. 1, 2002. Each box label bears the establishment code
"EST. 2274" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The products being
recalled are boxes containing:
61623;
8-ounce packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF BACON WRAP CHOP STE"
bearing the code "Cust# 606." 61623;
8-ounce
packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF BACON WRAP TENDERLOIN" bearing the
code "Cust# 886." 61623;
8-ounce
packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF LOIN FILLET BACON WRAPPED" bearing
the code "Cust# 515. " 61623;
7-ounce
packages of "BEEF TENDERLOIN BACON WRAPPED" bearing the code
"Cust# 585. "61623;
8-ounce
packages of "BEEF TENDERLOINS BACON WRAPPED" bearing the code
"Cust# 586." 61623;
6-ounce
packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF BANDERA BACON WRAP FILLET" bearing
the code "Cust# 1002." 61623;
7-ounce
packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF TENDERLOIN B/W" bearing the code
"Cust# 1965." 61623;
6-ounce
packages of "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF TENDERLOIN B/W" bearing the code
"Cust# 493
Problem: The product contains an undeclared ingredient
(hydrolyzed Corn Protein).
Discovered: On11/1/02, the Food Safety
and Inspection Service (FSIS) personnel conducted a routine formulation
monitoring task at the establishment and determined that the bacon used to wrap
the beef products contained Hydrolyzed Corn Protein. The hydrolyzed corn
protein was not declared in the ingredient statement of the finished product
labels. FSIS notified the firm who then voluntarily initiated the recall.
Establishment: Lone Star Food Service
LTD 1409 East 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
Contact: Glenn Van Blaricom, Plant Manager,
512-478-3161
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 2,800 pounds
Distribution: Texas
Product: Chicken Product
Codes: Produced on August 19, 2002, August 20, 2002,
August 28, 2002, and September 20, 2002. The product being recalled is 24-ounce
pouches of "BERTOLLI CHICKEN PARMIGIANA & PENNE IN A TOMATO MOZZARELLA
SAUCE" bearing a code of "2H19NC2[A-F],"
"2H20NC2[A-F]," "2H28NC2[B-D]" or "2X20NC2[B-C]."
Each package also bears the establishment number "P-21340" inside the
USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The product may contain shrimp that was not
declared on the product labels. Shrimp is a known allergen.
Discovered: On November 05, 2002, the
firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that they
received a consumer complaint, inquiring about the above-mentioned product
ingredient/content. Subsequent investigation by the firm’s quality assurance
revealed that shrimp was not declared in the ingredient statement on the
labels, notified FSIS, and initiated the recall voluntarily.
Establishment: National Custom Packing,
Inc. 13526 Blackie Road Castroville, CA 95012
Contact: Unilever Bestfoods, 24-hour hotline,
800-457-7086
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 85,000 pounds
Distribution: Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont
Product: Ground Beef Products
Codes:
Produced on
September 10, 2002. The ground beef products being recall are:
3-pound
tubes of "SKYLARK 100% Pure GROUND BEEF." The tubes were distributed
individually or packed in 30 lb. boxes. Individual tubes are marked with a
label that bears "EST. 4215" inside the USDA mark of inspection and
"PRODUCTION CODE 9-10-2003." The 30-lb. boxes are marked "GROUND
BEEF CHUBS" with "EST. 4215" inside the USDA mark of inspection
and codes "2253" or production code "9-10-2003."
1-pound
tubes of "FROZEN GROUND BEEF." The tubes were distributed
individually or packed in 40 lb. boxes. Individual tubes are marked with a
label that bears "EST.4215" inside the USDA mark of inspection and
"BEST USED BY 03/10/03 LOT 2253A." The boxes of "GROUND
BEEF" have "CONTRACT NO. 12022 7305" and the USDA shield
contains "USDA FOOD."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: The firm notified the Food
Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that it was voluntarily recalling the
above-mentioned products based on notification, by the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, that a routine retail monitoring sample
collected and analyzed by that department indicated the presence of E. coli
O157:H7.
Establishment: Skylark Meats, Inc. 4430 South 110th St. Omaha, NE 68137
Contact: Dominick V. Driano, Jr., Vice President and
General Counsel, 507-238-4201
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 110,000 pounds
Distribution: Nationwide
NEW CHOICE AGREES TO WITHDRAW REMAINING GEL SNACKS ON US MARKET
The
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and New Choice Food Inc., a distributor of conjac
gel candies, have entered into a consent decree which will lead to the
FDA-supervised destruction of 13,000 cases of mini-cup gel candies containing
the ingredient conjac. This is the latest in a series of actions the agency has
taken to protect the public against conjac gel candies, which pose an
unacceptable choking hazard.
Conjac
gel candies are typically packaged as individual, mouth-sized servings in
several fruit flavors. Each gel cup is about the size of a single-serve coffee
creamer. Various brands of conjac candies have been associated with the choking
deaths of children.
Under
the terms of the consent decree with New Choice, conjac gel candies that were
seized by the United States, valued at approximately $500,000, will be
destroyed. New Choice has also agreed to withdraw adulterated and misbranded
products like those seized that may still be on the market. The company has
posted a penal bond of $800,000 as assurance that it will meet the terms of the
consent decree.
The
decree states that New Choice must present for FDA approval a written product
withdrawal plan. FDA will supervise the withdrawal and the destruction of the
seized items. New Choice is responsible for the costs that the government may
incur under the consent decree.
A history
of conjac candy recalls and FDA's alerts is available at: http:www.fda.gov/oc/firmrecalls/topics/konjac.html.
Sungarden Sprout Company Voluntarily Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk
Sungarden
Sprout Company of Cookeville, Tennessee is voluntarily recalling its 4 ounce
packages of alfalfa sprouts, because it has the potential to be contaminated
with Listeria monocytogenes.
The
recalled alfalfa sprouts were distributed to retail establishments and
wholesale distributors in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. The retail
product is packaged in 4 ounce clear plastic container with snap closure lids
labeled as Sungarden Sprouts, alfalfa (alfalfa and clover), with lot code
11/12. Wholesale product is labeled as Sprouts, 931-526-1106, packaged in 5
pound waxed boxes, identified with lot code 11/11.
This
voluntary recall was the result of a routine sampling program which revealed
that the finished product may contain the bacteria.
Consumers who have questions regarding this recall may contact Sungarden Sprout Company at 931-526-1106. Those who purchased the product are urged to dispose of it and contact Sungarden Sprout Company at 931-526-1106 for full refund.
Royal Seafood Market Inc. Recalls Iriss "Skolenu" Candy Due to Undeclared Peanuts
Royal
Seafood Market Inc., 2339 65th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204 is recalling Iriss
"Skolenu" (aka) Toffees "Skolenu" because the candy contains
undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of
serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The
recalled product, Iriss "Skolenu", is packaged in a 200-gram clear,
vacuum-packed plastic pouch with a code number 090903. It is a product of
Latvia.
The product was discovered during a routine inspection by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors at Royal Seafood Market Inc. in Brooklyn. Royal Seafood Market Inc. indicates the product was distributed in the New York City metropolitan area. No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the place of purchase.
PRODUCT
ABC brand Konjac Coconut Jelly Mini Fruit Bites Candy Manufactured By/Tsang Lin
Industries Ltd., Taiwan; Imported By: Five Continents, Ltd., Chicago, IL; the
product is packaged in individual serving sized plastic cups with foil lids,
with the product meant to be squeezed out of the cup directly into the mouth.
The 16.5-17 gram individual serving cups are packaged in 300 gram plastic
bags/30 bags per case and 1500 gram plastic jars (round and bear-shaped)/6 jars
per case. Some packages are labeled in part "The product is insured for
NT$10 million liability. Please use it without worry." and "It is to
advise that 3 years old children and aged persons should not swallow it full
mouth. Please do not expose the product to heat or sunshine." Other
packages are labeled "CAUTION This product contains fruit chunks, must be
chewed thoroughly before swallowing. Not recommended for children under 5 years
old."
Different
flavors are as follows:
a) Assorted Cocode Nut Jelly;
b) Grape-Nata Jelly;
c) Coconut-Jelly;
d) Strawberry Cocode Nut Jelly;
e) Green Tea Cocode Nut Jelly;
f) Lychee Mini Fruit Bites;
g) Assorted Mini Fruit Bites;
h) Taro Mini Fruit Bites;
i) Guava Konjac Coconut Jelly;
j) Peach Mini Fruit Bites;
k) Mango Pudding with Nata de Coco;
l) Mangosteen Cocode Nut Jelly;
m) Orange Cocode Nut Jelly;
n) Heart Fruit Gel - Assorted;
o) Heart Fruit Gel - Lychee;
p) Heart Fruit Gel - Peach;
q) Heart Fruit Gel - Mangosteen.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Five Continents Ltd., Chicago, IL.
Manufacturer: Tsang Lin Industries Corporation, Taichung City, Taiwan.
REASON This candy is in violation of section 402(a)(3) of the Federal Food,
Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the characteristics
that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 7,615 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT
GOODY(TM) Nata Decoco Pudding MANGO FLAVOUR, packaged in rigid plastic cups,
Net Wt. 80 grams and 118 grams. Made in Malaysia
CODE All codes including "Best Before: 09.09.2002". 80 gram barcode:
556437 004056; 180 gram barcode: 556437 004032.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Ming River International Inc.,
Brooklyn, NY.
Manufacturer: Belly Marketing SDN, Malaysia.
REASON The product contained undeclared tartrazine (certifiable as FD&C
Yellow #5) and allura red AC (certifiable as FD&C Red #40).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 80g: 95 cases (3 cups x 32 packets per case);
118g: 20 cases (3 cups x 12 packets per case).
DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.
PRODUCT
Lemon Cake.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER La Mousse,
Los Angeles, CA
REASON
The product contained the undeclared color FD&C Yellow No. 5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.
DISTRIBUTION CA.
PRODUCT
Lemon Coffee Cake in 14-oz. clear plastic containers, 12 containers per case.
The coffee cake is packaged under two private labels: James Skinner Co., Omaha,
NE, and H-E-B, San Antonio, TX.
CODE Skinner brand - 2-205-1; H-E-B brand - 2-205-1, 2-192-1, and 2-177-1.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER The James Skinner Baking Company, Omaha, NE
REASON
The product contained the undeclared colors FD&C Yellow No. 5 and No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 126/12-pkg. cases Skinner brand; 483/12-pkg.
cases H-E-B brand.
DISTRIBUTION TX and KS.
Farr Candy Company
Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Non-Fat Dry Milk in "Black Walnut"
Candy Bars
Idaho
Falls, ID - November 8, 2002 -- Farr Candy Company of Idaho Falls, ID is recalling
its 1 ounce individually wrapped "Nostalgia Black Walnut" candy bars.
They are sold by the 24-count box labeled "Black Walnut." The candy
bars contain undeclared non-fat dry milk. People who have allergies to non-fat
dry milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they
consume this product.
The
recalled Nostalgia Black Walnuts candy bars were distributed in Idaho Falls
through Farr Candy direct buy in their factory location and through Albertson's
grocery stores. The product is not date coded. The recall was initiated after
it was discovered that the non-fat dry milk containing product was distributed
in packaging that did not reveal the presence of non-fat dry milk. Production
of the product has been suspended until FDA and the company are certain that
the product has been corrected.
Consumers
who have purchased boxes of Nostalgia Black Walnut candy bars are urged to
return them to the place of purchase with a full refund. Consumers with
questions may contact the company at (208) 522-8215.
Product: Fresh Ground Beef
Codes:
Produced on
November 05, 2002. The following ground beef products being recalled are
packaged in trays of varying weights: "GROUND ROUND, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS
15% FAT, 1/3 PATTY 85%, LEAN GROUND BEEF" Each tray is marked "SELL
BY 11.15.02." "GROUND CHUCK, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 20% FAT." Each
tray is marked "SELL BY 11.15.02."
"85%
ANGUS PATTIES, CONTAINS 15% FAT, BLACK ANGUS GROUND BEEF ROUND PATTIES."
Each tray is marked "SELL BY 11.17.02." "80/20 CHUCK PATTIES,
CONTAINS 20% FAT, GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES." Each tray is marked
"SELL BY 11.17.02."
"GROUND
BEEF ROUND PATTIES, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 15% FAT." Each tray is marked
"SELL BY 11/15/02."
"85/15
ROUND PATTIES, GROUND BEEF ROUND PATTIES, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 15% FAT."
Each tray is marked "SELL BY 11.15.02." "LEAN GROUND BEEF
PATTIES, CONTAINS 8% FAT, 92% LEAN PATTIES." Each tray is marked
"SELL BY 11.17.02."
"SIRLOIN
GROUND BEEF, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 10% FAT, 90% GROUND BEEF." Each tray is
marked "SELL BY 11.15.02."
"Ground
Beef, CONTAINS 27% FAT, 73% GROUND BEEF." Each tray is marked "SELL
BY 11.17.02."
"Black
Angus Lean Ground Beef, 90% ANGUS GROUND BEEF, CONTAINS 10% FAT."
Each
tray is marked "SELL BY 11.17.02." Each tray bears "EST.
332A" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Other
ground beef products being recalled are:
5-pound
packages of "100% PURE Ground Chuck." Packages are ink stamped with
"EST. 332A" and "SELL BY 11/23/02."
5-pound
packages of "100% PURE Ground Beef." Packages are ink stamped with
"EST. 332A" and "SELL BY 11/23/02."
10-pound
chubs, packed eight to a box. Each chub is ink stamped with "EST.
332A" and "SELL BY 11/23/02." Each box label is marked
"73/27 GROUND BEEF 10LB" and bears the code "800045."
10-pound
chubs, packed eight to a box. Each chub is ink stamped with "EST.
332A" and "SELL BY 11/23/02." Each box label is marked
"80/20 GROUND BEEF CHUCK 10LB" and bears the code "800046."
10-pound
chubs, packed eight to a box. Each chub is ink stamped with "EST.
332A" and "SELL BY 11/23/02." Each box label is marked
"85/15 GROUND BEEF ROUND 10LB" and bears the code "800047."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
sample was collected by FSIS on November 05, 2002. It was reported positive for
E. coli O157:H7 on November 13, 2002.
Establishment: Shapiro Farmers Market 1150 5th St., Bldg. 60 Augusta, GA 30901
Contact: Randal Garrett, General Manager, 706-722-2694
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 54,000 pounds
Distribution: Alabama, Florida, Georgia,
Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tenness
The Rogue River Valley Creamery Voluntarily Recalls "Oregon Blue Cheese" Due to Possible Health Risk
The
Rogue River Valley Creamery of Central Point, OR is voluntarily recalling 150
pounds of their prepackaged "OREGON BLUE CHEESE." Product may also be
labeled as "Oregon BRAND BLUE VEIN CHEESE." The blue cheese is being
recalled because it may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal
infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened
immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term
symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain
and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths
among pregnant women.
The
recalled "OREGON BLUE CHEESE" was distributed out of The Rogue River
Valley Creamery's Central Point, OR retail store. The product is sold as
approximate 8 to 10 oz. wedges and approximate 1 pound wedges in clear shrink
wrap plastic package marked with lot #71102 on the side and with a packed on
date of Oct 11, 02 stamped on the bar code price sticker.
The
potential for contamination was noted after routine testing revealed the
presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a shrink wrapped package of OREGON
BLUE CHEESE. The production and packaging of the product has been suspended while
FDA, ODA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem.
Consumers who have
purchased any packages of OREGON BLUE CHEESE or Oregon BRAND BLUE VEIN CHEESE
with a pack date of Oct 11, 02 are urged to return them to the Rogue River Valley
Creamery store for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the
company at 1-541-665-1155.
Product: Fresh Ground Beef
Codes: Produced on November 12, 2002. The ground
beef is packaged in plastic bags each weighing between one- to 10-pound and
labeled with a retail sticker bearing the product’s name "GROUND CHUCK 80%
LEAN." Each bag label also bears "NOV 12" and "BUNGES MEAT
STORE CATAWISSA, PA. 356-2696." There is no other identification markings
on the retail plastic bags.
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A follow-up microbiological
sample was collected by FSIS on 11/12/02. It was reported positive for E.
coli O157:H7 on 11/16/02.
Establishment: Bunge's Meats 555 River Hill Drive Catawissa, PA 17820
Contact: Robert E. Bunge, Owner, 570-356-2696
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 100 pounds
Distribution: The above-mentioned product
was distributed out of the company’s own retail store located at 555 River Hill
Drive, Catawissa, PA, in Columbia County, Pennsylvania.
WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 23
PRODUCT Fruzel assorted Natural Fruit Jelly candy, packaged
in plastic jars/88(apprx)/16.5 grams each cup, assorted flavors
(aka:"Fruzel"), brand Neo USA.Imported and distributed by Neo USA,
Los Angeles, CA. The product is manufactured in Taiwan.
CODE Exp date: 360
days from the manufacturing date; Item number: 18202; UPC code: 8 17815 00920
9.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling
Firm: Thomas Diaz, Inc., Toa Baja, Puerto Rico.
Manufacturer: Loadstar International Trade LTD., Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C,
REASON The product is
unfit for food due to the characteristics that result in a serious choking
hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1500
ctns/6 jar/88 units.
DISTRIBUTION Puerto
Rico.
PRODUCT J.C. Taste brand Apricots packed in a rigid plastic
container (tub), Net Wt. 6.4 oz. Ingredients: Cashews Roasted in Cotton-seed
Oil.
Firm on label: Hy-Grade Nut, Brooklyn, NY.
CODE Sell by 09/09/02,
container code 08-24-02.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hong
Young Suk DBA Hy-Grade Nut Corp., Brooklyn, NY, by letter on April 25, 2002.
REASON The product contains undeclared sulfites
(2406 ppm) and is also misbranded.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 11
- 6.4 oz. packages were distributed. 8 packages were relabeled at the retail
level.
DISTRIBUTION NY.
PRODUCT Miyako Brand Fukujin Zuke (a preserved vegetable
mix)in a plastic tub, Net Wt. 6 oz.
CODE No codes are
applied to products.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mutual
Trading Co. Inc., Los Angeles, CA
REASON The product contained undeclared ingredients,
including the colors FD&C Yellow No. 5 and FD&C Red No. 40.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 768.
DISTRIBUTION CA.
PRODUCT Retail unit boxes labeled as "Swanson Great
Starts Egg, Cheese, & Bacon on a Biscuit" and Shipping cases labeled
"Sausage, Egg, & Cheese on a Biscuit".
CODE Shipping Case ID:
Labeled "Sausage, Egg, & Cheese on a Biscuit"; UPC Code- # 0
51000 06356; Shipping case code PF09103DL 09 Oct. 03. Retail Unit Package ID: Labeled "Egg, Cheese & Bacon on
a Biscuit"; UPC Code- #0 51000 06381; Retail unit code: Recommended Use
by: OCT 03 07162.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling
Firm: Pinnacle Foods Corp, Swanson Frozen Foods, Mt. Lakes, NJ.
Manufacturer: Pierre Foods, Claremont, NC.
REASON Retail unit
boxes labeled as Egg, Cheese, and Bacon on a Biscuit actually contained a
second product, Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on a Biscuit.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4515.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Kellogg's Frosted Flakes, 20 oz. retail pack.
CODE Better if used
before date code (on case): KC 09043 B09 Better if used before date code (on
consumer pkg.): SEP 04 2003 KCB 009
20:00 to 23:00 (Note: There will only be one time stamp. The affected product
will have a time stamp between 20:00 and 23:00).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling
Firm: Kellogg Company, Battle Creek, MI.
Manufacturer: Kellogg Company, London, Ontario, Canada,
REASON Boxes labeled
as Frosted Flakes cereal actually contained Frosted Bite-Size Mini-Wheat
cereal.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 403
cases/ 14 per case.
DISTRIBUTION AL, FL,
MS, NC, SC, TN and TX.
Product:
Pork
Products
Codes:
Produced on
11/6/02. The products subject to recall are 12-and 36-ounce packages of
“Mahaffey’s SOUSE.” Each package bears the establishment number,
“EST. 9656” inside the USDA mark of inspection. The company’s name and
address are also printed on each label.
Problem:
The product
may be contaminated with Salmonella sp.
Discovered:
A routine
microbiological sample was collected by FSIS on 11/12/02. It was reported
positive for Salmonella sp. on 11/18/02.
Establishment:
Mahaffey’s
Food Products 226 E. Rosebud Rd. Myerstown, PA 17067
Contact:
Erwin
Mahaffey, Owner, 717-933-4950
Quantity
Recalled: Approximately 1,100 pounds
Distribution: Pennsylvania
Ashdon Farms Recalls Some Chocolate Covered Candy Products Containing Peanuts
Ashdon
Farms, Waukesha, WI is recalling 12 oz cans of Girl Scout Chocolate Covered
Raisins and 7 oz bags of Ashdon Farms Chocolate Covered Raisins because some
packages may contain a mixture of chocolate covered peanuts and chocolate
covered raisins. People who have allergies to peanuts could run the risk of
serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
The
two recalled products were distributed nationwide through direct sales by Girl
Scouts, schools and similar fundraising activities. The 12 oz Girl Scout
Chocolate Covered Raisins are marked with the code date 2283A10 on the bottom
of the can. The 7 oz Ashdon Farms Chocolate Covered Raisins are marked with the
code date 2305A6.
The
recall was initiated after it was discovered that a packaging error from the
raw material supplier had resulted in small quantities of chocolate covered
peanuts being mixed with chocolate covered raisins. Consumers who purchased the
product should contact the organization from which they purchased the product
for replacement. Consumers with questions may contact Ashdon Farms at
262-832-8201.
Product: Pork Shoulder Products
Codes:
Produced on
November 08, 2002. The products subject to recall are trays of various sizes,
containing "PORK SHOULDER PICNIC WATER ADDED, PRODUCT OF DENMARK."
The package labels bear one of the following sets of codes:
"PACKED
ON 11-08-02" and "SELL BY 12-22-02,"
"PACKED
ON 11-12-02" and "SELL BY 12-26-02,"
"PACKED
ON 11-13-02" and "SELL BY 12-27-02,"
"PACKED
ON 11-14-02" and "SELL BY 12-28-02,"
"PACKED
ON 11-15-02" and "SELL BY 12-29-02,"
"PACKED
ON 11-18-02" and "SELL BY 01-02-03,"
"PACKED
ON 11-19-02" and "SELL BY 01-03-03,"
"PACKED
ON 11-20-02" and "SELL BY 01-04-03."
Each
package label also bears the establishment number "EST. 19804" inside
the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A microbiological sample was
collected by FSIS on 11/14/02. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on 11/20/02.
Establishment: J M Packing 366 Calle Villa Ponce, PR 00731
Contact: Lizette Montero, Secretary, 787-842-0212
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 6,800 pounds
Distribution: Puerto Rico
Product: Frozen Beef Products
Codes:
produced
between October 01, 2000 and November 19, 2002. The products being recalled
are:
12-lb.
cases of "Tankersley, Tasty Brand, Food Service, TACO FILLING WITH BEEF
& TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN, EXCELLENT FILLING FOR TACOS, BURRITOS, TACO
SALADS, AND ENCHILADAS."
12-lb.
cases of "Famous Brand, Established in 1935, TACO FILLING WITH BEEF AND
TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN, EXCELLENT FILLING FOR TACOS, BURRITOS AND
ENCHILLADAS."
12-lb.
cases of "Quality Foods Inc., TACO FILLING, WITH BEEF AND TEXTURED
VEGETABLE PROTEIN."
Each
case bears the establishment number "EST. 10647" inside the USDA mark
of inspection.
Problem: The above-mentioned products were incorrectly
labeled (misbranded) that is the products may contain monosodium glutamate
(MSG), which was not declared on the product labels.
Discovered: On November 19, 2002, the
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) personnel conducting a routine
formulation verification procedures at the establishment and determined that
the above-mentioned products contained monosodium glutamate (MSG) that was not
declared in the ingredient statement of the finished product labels. FSIS
notified the firm who then voluntarily initiated the recall.
Establishment: Famous Chili, Inc. 1421 N 7th Street Fort Smith, AR 72901
Contact: David P. Korkames, President, 479-782-0096
Quantity Recalled: Undetermined Amount
Distribution: Arkansas and Oklahoma
King
Kullen Grocery Company at 185 Central Avenue in Bethpage, N.Y. 11714 is
voluntarily recalling 16-ounce packages of "Amport Foods"-brand
"Orchard Reserve" Dried Apricots because the product was found to contain
undeclared sulfites.
"Amport
Foods Orchard Reserve" Dried Apricots (product of Turkey) are distributed
by American Importing Co., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413, and are retailed in 16
ounce hard plastic packages, labeled with container code "Enjoy By
04.02.2004." Product was distributed to the King Kullen Supermarkets in
Long Island and Staten Island, New York
The
recall was initiated after routine sampling by N.Y.S. Department of Agriculture
& Markets of "Amport Foods Orchard Reserve" Dried Apricots
revealed that this product contained sulfites which were not declared on the
label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been
reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock can
occur in certain sulfite-sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or
more of sulfites. Analysis of "Amport Foods Orchard Reserve" Dried
Apricots revealed that it contains 57.9 milligrams per serving.
Labeling
of this product was corrected as of 11/11/2002. Consumers who purchased
"Amport Foods Orchard Reserve" Dried Apricots before 11/11/02 should
return the product to store for refund. Consumers with questions may contact
King Kullen at (516) 733-7114.
Product:
Fresh and
Frozen Ready-To-Eat Turkey and Chicken Products
Codes:
Produced
between May 29, 2002 and November 02, 2002. Each product label bears the
establishment number "P-4340" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The
recall has been expanded to include the following products:
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED PREMIUM WITH BROTH 98% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "370000"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Honey Style Turkey Breast READY TO SERVE" bearing
product code "753000"
"Red
Osier PREMIUM Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED, BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 99%
FAT FREE" bearing product code "2550"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Honey Style Turkey Breast READY TO SERVE" bearing
product code "7530"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED CHEF'S D'LITE BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "255000"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Oven Roasted Turkey Breast READY TO SERVE" bearing
product code "81959"
"National
Deli Boneless Oven Roasted Breast of Turkey Braised in Vegetable Oil Ready to
Serve" bearing product code "42415"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Oven Roasted Turkey Breast READY TO SERVE BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "81960"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Smoked Turkey Breast READY TO SERVE BRAISED IN VEGETABLE
OIL" bearing product code "81961"
"Royal
Deli HOME STYLE Deliciously Roasted to Golden Perfection Tender BREAST OF
TURKEY" bearing product code "105079"
"Shur
Fine Deli Gourmet Oven Roasted Chicken Breast READY TO SERVE BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "81964"
"Fully
Cooked ROASTED TURKEY BREAST WITH RIBS, PORTION OF WING MEAT, NECK SKIN, and
BACK ATTACHED" bearing product code "98774"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY SMOKED HOMESTYLE 99% FAT FREE" bearing
product code "115000" "Western Beef PREMIUM HONEY MAPLE TURKEY
BREAST COATED WITH CARAMEL COLOR 97% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"110027"
"Royal
Deli PAN OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 97% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "140079"
"Rockland
Brand READY TO SERVE CRACKED BLACK PEPPER SMOKED TURKEY BREAST 99% FAT FREE"
bearing product code "115073"
"HILLCREST
FOOD SERVICE Renaissance OLD FASHIONED OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREAST WITH BROTH
•BROWNED WITH VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "150010"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "140300"
"READY
TO SERVE PREMIUM LABEL Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED NATURALLY SHAPED
BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 97% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"150046"
"COLASANTI'S
MARKET OLD FASHIONED PAN OVEN ROASTED Breast of TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL
99% FAT FREE" bearing product code "150044"
"READY
TO EAT Temple Hill BRAND Old Fashioned PAN OVEN ROASTED•SKINLESS BREAST OF
TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 97% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"150071"
"CROWN
EAGLE INTERNATIONAL OLD FASHIONED Pan Oven Roasted BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL 97% FAT FREE" bearing product code "150067"
"THREE
RIVERS PAN OVEN ROASTED Breast Of TURKEY BRAISED IN VEGETABLE OIL 97% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "150087"
"ROCKLAND
Old Fashioned Golden Brown Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Braised In Oil 98% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "150073"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED OLD FASHIONED BRAISED IN
VEGETABLE OIL 99% FAT FREE" bearing product code "150300"
"LATINA
99% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE PREMIUM PAN OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED
IN VEGETABLE OIL" bearing product code "150094"
"BOBAK'S
A Tradition Since 1967, READY TO SERVE MINI BREAST of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED
OLD FASHIONED BRASIED WITH VEGETABLE OIL 99% FAT FREE" bearing product
code "150331"
"Blue
Ribbon Meats, Inc., Wholesale Caterers to Hotels and Restaurants "creating
new food traditions" GOLD LABEL PAN OVEN ROASTED BREAST OF TURKEY BRAISED
IN VEGETABLE OIL 99% FAT FREE" bearing product code "150351"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY OVEN ROASTED ITALIAN STYLE BRAISED WITH
VEGETABLE OIL • SMOKED FLAVOR ADDED 99% FAT FREE READY TO SERVE" bearing
product code "165000"
"BOBAK'S
A Tradition Since 1967, READY TO SERVE MINI BREAST of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED
ITALIAN STYLE BRAISED WITH VEGETABLE OIL • SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED 99% FAT
FREE" bearing product code "165031"
"La
Petite Poulet Breast of TURKEY PAN OVEN ROASTED ITALIAN STYLE BRAISED WITH
VEGETABLE • SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED 99% FAT FREE" bearing product code
"165300"