NOVEMBER 2004

WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 6

Product(s) Recalled: Turkey Luncheon Meat
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced June 24, 2004. 12 oz. cans of "PICNIC Turkey Luncheon Meat." Each can bears the message "Best if Used by Date 062407" on its top, and the codes "40434 03 EST P7220A" and "1764 PTW" on its bottom. Each label bears the establishment number "7220-P" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be underprocessed. 
Federal Establishment:
International Trading Company
300 Portwall St.
Houston, TX 77029
Consumer Contact: Maricela De La Torre, Consumer Representative, 1-866-658-0019
Media Contact: Gary Mickelson, Director of Media Relations, (479) 290-6111 
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 10,910 pounds 
Distribution: Puerto Rico

• 12 oz. "WHOLE FOODS CHICKEN POT PIE." Each package contains a best if used by date of "11/02/04."
• 10 lb. bags of "WHOLE FOODS Classic Chicken Salad." Each bag has a use by date of "11/01/04."
• 15 oz. containers of "WHOLE FOODS CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP, SMALL." Each container has a sell by date of "11/04/04."

• 30 oz. containers of "WHOLE FOODS CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP, LARGE." Each container has a sell by date of "11/04/04."

All products bear the establishment number "P-18768" inside the USDA seal of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Federal Establishment:
Whole Foods Mid Atlantic Kitchen
1521 Cabin Branch Dr.
Landover, MD 20785
Consumer Contact: Roland Von Gunten, Facility System Team Leader, (301) 683-0030
Media Contact: Sarah Kenney, Director of Marketing, (301) 984-3737 ext. 2020
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 1,275 pounds
Distribution: District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia

PRODUCT Almonds, whole or diced, raw. Product packaged in boxes containing Bassett Nut Company, Holland, OH label. Package sizes vary from 4 lb.-50 lb. boxes depending on customer order. 
CODE No code on boxes. Purchase date between October, 2003 and April, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER JML Holdings Inc, Holland, OH.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approximately 198.75 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION OH and MI.

PRODUCT
a) Garden Fresh Brand Alfalfa Sprouts, raw in 4 oz plastic bag.
b) Garden Fresh Brand Salad Sprouts, Alfalfa and/or Clover Sprouts, raw in 1 lb. plastic bags. 
CODE No code information is printed on the containers. All product produced prior to 06/04/04 is included in the recall.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sun Sen Salad Co Inc, Sacramento, CA.
REASON These sprouts were manufactured using alfalfa seed lot X3023 that was recalled by Caudill Seed & Warehouse, Inc. because of its association with an outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans illness.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 900 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION CA and NV.

Morris National Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Halloween Jelly Pops

Morris National of Azusa, CA, is voluntarily recalling Halloween Sour Kids Jelly Candy Pops, because it contains trace amounts of egg proteins which are not in the ingredient statement. 

This product is safe for people without egg protein allergies. Morris National, Inc., is issuing this alert in keeping with its commitment to provide safe and healthy confectionery products.

This product was distributed nationally through "Tuesday Morning" stores. This product is packaged in a cardboard and clear plastic box containing 12 pops. No illnesses have been confirmed to date.

Those with allergies to eggs who have purchased this candy should not consume it, but should instead return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

  Consumers with questions may contact Morris National at 1 (800) 666-7747 (1-800-6-MORRIS).

WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 13

Product(s) Recalled: Frankfurters
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced October 5 and 6, 2004. The products subject to recall are packed in 1 to 5 pound packages and bear the establishment code "EST. 5222" inside the USDA mark of inspection. This RNR was updated on Nov. 10 to reflect that the products subject to recall may bear one of two establishment numbers inside the USDA mark of inspection. These establishment numbers are EST. 2701 and EST. 5222.

The products subject to recall are: 

• "JORDAN'S NATURAL CASING Frankfurters." Each product bears the code "87374" or "87373" and the sell by date "DEC 14."
• "JORDAN'S NATURAL CASING Beef Knockwurst." Each product bears the code "602509" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "JORDAN'S NATURAL CASING Beef Franks." Each product bears the code "87371" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "JORDAN'S NATURAL CASING Frankfurters, PICNIC PACK." Each product bears the code "87370" and the sell by date "DEC 14."
• "Deutschmacher Brand, NATURAL CASING Knockwurst." Each product bears the code "619319" and the sell by date "DEC 14."
• "Deutschmacher Brand, Individual Cellophane Wrapped Frankfurters." Each product bears the code "619305" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Deutschmacher Brand, NATURAL CASING Beef Knockwurst." Each product bears the code "619310" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "ESSEM, FRANKFURTS." Each product bears one of the following codes: "606142," "606117," "606140." Each package also bears the sell by date "DEC 14" or DEC 15."
• "ESSEM, FRANKFURTS, Natural Casing." Each product bears one of the following codes: "606142," "606117," "606140." Each package also bears the sell by date "DEC 14" or DEC 15."
• "Kirschner, Natural Casing Frankforts." Each product bears the code "600051" and the sell by date "DEC 14" or DEC 15."
• "Stop & Shop PREMIUM Natural Casing Beef Franks." Each product bears the code "619416" and the sell by date "DEC 14" or DEC 15."
• "Stop & Shop, PREMIUM Natural Casing Franks." Each product bears the code "619417" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Ferraro's FOOD CENTER, Skinless Franks." Each product bears the code "619432" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Ferraro's FOOD CENTER, Natural Casing Franks." Each product bears the code "619430" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Hofmann Skinless Wieners." Each product bears the code "619457" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Hofmann German Brand Franks." Each product bears the code "619452" and the sell by date "DEC 15."
• "Hofmann German Brand Franks." Each product bears the code "619491" and the sell by date "DEC 15" 

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be under processed.
Federal Establishment:
Zemco Industries, Inc.
665 Perry Street
Buffalo, NY 14210
Consumer Contact: Consumer Services, 1-800-544-1427
Media Contact: Libby Lawson, (479) 290-3486 or (479) 236-7983
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 50,000 pounds
Distribution: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Vermont

PRODUCT Jack's Fruit & Meat Market Almonds, natural raw, in random size packages. 
CODE Codes dates of August 21, 2003 through May 20, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Jacks Markets, Essexville, MI.
REASON Product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by Paramount Foods due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,500 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MI.

Product(s) Recalled: Turkey, ham and cheddar cheese ready-to-eat complete meals (Lunchables)
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced September 10, 2004. The product being recalled is 5.1 oz. packages of "Oscar Mayer Lunchables Deluxe Turkey, Ham and Cheddar Cheeses, Andes Mint, with Dijon Mustard." Each package bears the use by date and establishment number "09 DEC 2004 EB Est. P-2310" and is stamped with the packaging code "00 44700 02464."
Problem/Reason for Recall:T he product is misbranded in that it contains a packet of Herb Sauce formulated with egg yolk, an allergen, instead of the Dijon Mustard packet that should have been in the package.
Federal Establishment:
Kraft Foods Global, Inc.
1337 West Second Street
Davenport, IA 52802
Consumer Contact: Consumer Response Group, 1-888-373-7477
Media Contact: Renee Zahery, Director of Communications, 847-646-4422
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 5,040 pounds (Approximately 15,810 packages)
Distribution: California, Oregon, Washington, and Utah

Product(s) Recalled: Bryan Corn Dogs
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced April 19, May 17, June 8, August 30, September 13, October 7, and October 11, 2004
The products being recalled are 40 oz. packages of "Bryan CORN DOGS, BATTER WRAPPED FRANKS ON A STICK, MADE WITH BEEF AND PORK, TURKEY FRANKS." Each carton contains 15 individually wrapped corn dogs with one of the following label codes: "04110," "04138," "04160," "04243," "04257," "04281," and "04285." The establishment number "582" appears inside the USDA seal of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may contain an allergen, dried egg yolk, which is not declared on the label.
Federal Establishment:
Bryan Foods
3900 Meacham Boulevard
Haltom City, TX 76117
Consumer Contact: Marilyn Kroger, Manager, Call Center, 1-800-544-3870 
Media Contact: Goldie Taylor, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, (513) 936-2001 
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 81,500 pounds 
Distribution: Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Mississippi

Product(s) Recalled: Frozen Crispy Chicken Strips. Subject to recall are: 

• 28 oz. packages of "Tyson FULLY COOKED CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS, CHICKEN BREAST STRIP FRITTERS WITH RIB MEAT." 

Each package bears one of the following production codes: "3024CNQ0216," "3024CNQ0217," "3024CNQ0218," "3024CNQ0219," "3024CNQ0220" or "3024CNQ0221."
Each package also bears the establishment number "P-7221" printed adjacent to the code on the back of the package.
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced October 28, 2004.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may contain an allergen, whey, which is not declared on the label.
Federal Establishment:
Tyson Foods, Inc.
400 W. Olrich Street
Rogers, AR 72756-0988
Consumer Contact: Consumer Services, 1-866-328-3156 
Media Contact: Gary Mickelson, Director, Media Relations, (479) 290-6111 
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 420 pounds 
Distribution: Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia

WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 20

PRODUCT Amy's brand Enchilada with Black Bean and Vegetable, Made with Organic Tortillas, Non Dairy; The product comes in 10 ounce retail package frozen with UPC 42272 00051. 
CODE Lot number F174C embossed on side panel, where F corresponds to the month 17 corresponds to the day manufactured, 4 is the year, and C is the shift. In this case, product was produced June 17, 2004 in the third shift.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Amy's Kitchen, Inc., Santa Rosa, CA.
REASON Some packages labeled as Bean and Vegetable Enchiladas, Non Dairy, actually contain Cheese Enchiladas.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 400 cases.
DISTRIBUTION AL, AR, MN, IL, MO, and KS.

PRODUCT The Club Sandwich, Ready-to-Eat refrigerated "The Club" Sandwich in white triangle/wedge shape packed with a transparent poly film seal. Net Wt. 5.15 ox (146g). Dandee brand/logo. 
CODE Sell by Sep 03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Dandee Food Company, Jacksonville, FL.
REASON Club sandwiches are contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,195 Sandwiches.
DISTRIBUTION FL and GA.

PRODUCT
a) American Spoon brand Cherry-Berry Nut Mix in 6 oz. and 1 pound packages.
b) American Spoon brand Bar Mix, an all natural mix with sesame sticks, in 7 oz. packages.
CODE All packages with a best if used by date of on or before August 18, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER American Spoon Foods, Inc., Petoskey, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,100 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MA and MI.

WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 27 

Product(s) Recalled:  Beef Pattie Fritters
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced on Sept. 3, 2003, Sept. 25, 2003, Nov. 20, 2003, July 29, 2004 and Sept. 9, 2004.
The products subject to recall are 10.5 lb. cases of "ADVANCE FOOD COMPANY, BEEF PATTIE FRITTER, CN 1-61, 40 Pieces." Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 2260Y" inside the USDA mark of inspection. In addition, each box bears a code date beginning with either the letter H or I.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may contain allergens, whey and buttermilk, which are not declared on the label.
How/When Discovered: The problem was discovered by the company and reported to FSIS.
Federal Establishment:
Advanced Food Company
201 South Raleigh Road
Enid, OK 73701
Consumer Contact: Brian Hayden, Vice President of Human Resources, 1-877-550-4848
Media Contact: Brian Hayden, Vice President of Human Resources, 1-877-550-4848
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 31,390 pounds
Distribution: Texas

PRODUCT Solutions IE Ageless Formula II, Ultra-Vitamins in Vegetable, Fruit and Herbal Base, All 5 Network Anti-Oxidants, Folic Acid, Omega3 and 6, Noni Extract. 
CODE All lots.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Aloe Commodities International, Inc., Carrolton, TX.
REASON The product contains excessive level of vitamin D. The product, labeled to contain 400 IU per the recommended dosage of 6 capsules daily, actually contains 188,640 IU per 6 capsules. The firm miscalculated the ingredient quantities during manufacture and reportedly added 8% Vitamin D3 instead of 0.08%.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,600 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

PRODUCT Apple Valley Vegetarian Foods Emporium brand almonds ‚ whole raw natural, sold in one pound plastic bags. 
CODE Codes of 3214 through 4154 printed on the label.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Apple Valley Natural Foods, Berrien Springs, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteriditis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,000 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION IL, and MI.

PRODUCT
a) FrutaReal Frozen Fruit Bars Mango Ice Milk Bar, 
b) FrutaReal Frozen Fruit Bars Pineapple (PINA)Ice Water Bar,.
CODE All products on the market at the time recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Cordova, Inc., Nampa, ID.
REASON
a) The product contains undeclared color ‚ FD&C Yellow #5 and #6;
b) The product contains undeclared color ‚ FD&C Yellow #5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
a) Mango ‚ 160 boxes (12 bars/box);
b) Pineapple ‚ 184 boxes (12 bars/box).
DISTRIBUTION ID, OR and UT.

PRODUCT Big Y Milk Chocolate Raisin Almond Bar, Net Wt. 5 oz. (142G) Naturally and Artificially Flavored UPC 18894-41236. 
CODE Lot number: 072605.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hebert Candies, Shrewsbury, MA.
REASON The product fails to list almonds in the ingredient statement.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 246 cases.
DISTRIBUTION MA and CT.

Bloomfield Bakers and Summerland Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in Organica Double Chocolate Coffee Toffee Cookies

Bloomfield Bakers of Los Alamitos, CA is recalling approximately 25,476 - 6.5 oz packages of Organica Foods Double Chocolate Coffee Toffee Cookies because they contain undeclared walnuts. 

The recalled Organica Foods brand Double Chocolate Coffee Toffee Cookies were distributed nationwide in retail stores. These cookies were distributed by S&P Foods (AKA Summerland Foods), 10061 Riverside Drive, Suite 807, Toluca Lake, CA 91602; Phone (323) 882-6670.

The product is packed in a white printed gable-top 6.5 oz carton with green text and a picture of the cookie, including walnuts. With the following lots printed on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the carton: 20705, 31905, 32005, 42905, 60205.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the cookies containing walnuts had been packed in cartons that did not include walnuts in the ingredient line. Subsequent investigation indicates that the walnuts were inadvertently left off of the ingredient line during a packaging artwork change.

Bloomfield Bakers was supplied the packaging by the own label distributor, S & P Foods. Bloomfield Bakers no longer manufactures this product.

Consumers who have purchased 6.5 oz packages of Organica Double Chocolate Coffee Toffee Cookies are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. 

Consumers with questions may contact Summerland Foods at (323) 882-6670 between the hours or 9 AM and 5 PM Pacific Time.

Product(s) Recalled: Various beef, pork, and poultry canned and dried products
Production Dates/Identifying Codes:The products subject to recall are:

• "Maggi Ein Teller, REISTOPF mit Huhn" canned chicken product.
• "Maggi Ein Teller, NUDELTOPF mit Huhn" canned chicken product.
• "Maggi Ein Teller, RAVIOLI 'Bolognese'" canned beef product.
• "Maggi Ein Teller, LINSENTOPF mit Speck" canned pork product.
• "Maggi Meisterklasse, Rindfleischuppe mit Fleischklosschen" dried soup with meatballs.
• "Maggi Meisterklasse, Fruhlingssuppe mit Fleischklosschen" dried soup with meatballs.
• "Maggi, PASTARIA, Bolognese, Spirelli in Tomaten-Fleischsause" dried pasta with meat.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products were imported from Germany, which is ineligible to export poultry and beef to the United States. In addition, pork products were produced at establishments ineligible to export to the United States.
Federal Establishment:
Stark Foods, Inc.
262 Freeman Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Consumer Contact: Daniel Mohan, President, (718) 389-3116
Media Contact: Daniel Mohan, President, (718) 389-3116
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 154 pounds
Distribution: California, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, and Virginia