DECEMBER 2003

 

 

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 13

 

Product(s) Recalled: Meat Dumplings

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Packed between October 7 and December 8, 2003.  Each package bears the establishment number “Est. 18823” inside the USDA mark of inspection.  The products subject to recall are, meat dumplings in approximately 21 oz. bags of:

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CHICKEN & LEEK DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CABBAGE & PORK DUMPLING, APPROX. 35 PCS.”

 “FORTUNE AVENUE, CABBAGE & CHICKEN DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”

 “FORTUNE AVENUE, PORK, VEGETABLE & BLACK MUSHROOM DUMPLINGS. APPROX. 35 PCS.”

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may contain foreign material (glass)

How/When Discovered: The firm received several customer complains about glass being present in the product.

Federal Establishment     
GOLDEN CROWN FOODS, INC
18335 Bedford Circle
City of Industry, CA 91744

Consumer Contact: Daniel Yang, General Manager, 626-913-2728

Media Contact: Tom Hsiao, HACCP Coordinator, 626-913-2728

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 14,400 pounds

Distribution: California

               

Recall Notification Report
*EXPANDED*

Product(s) Recalled: Meat Dumplings

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: The products subject to the expanded recall of December 8, 2003 are:

“FORTUNE AVENUE, DUMPLINGS, CABBAGE, CATFISH & PORK, APPROX. 33 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, DUMPLINGS, CABBAGE, SEA CUCUMBER & PORK, APPROX. 33 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CORN & CHICKEN DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CORN & PORK DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, PORK & LEEK DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”

On Dec. 8, Golden Crown Foods recalled approximately 14,400 pounds of dumplings with meat that may contain pieces of glass. An error in total poundage reported by the company has been corrected, bringing the total number of pounds of the initial recall to approximately 64,000.

The dumplings subject to the original recall are approximately 21 oz. bags of:

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CHICKEN & LEEK DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CABBAGE & PORK DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, CABBAGE & CHICKEN DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”
 

“FORTUNE AVENUE, PORK, VEGETABLE & BLACK MUSHROOM DUMPLINGS, APPROX. 35 PCS.”

All packages involved in both the original and expanded recall bear the establishment number “Est. 18823” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

All dumplings in both recalls were packed between Oct. 7 and Dec. 8, 2003 and were distributed to grocery stores in California. The products subject to recall have date codes beginning with the letter J, K and L, denoting products produced in October, November and December. For products produced between Oct. 7 and Oct. 31, the date codes are J07 through J31. For products produced between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30, the date codes are K01 through K30 and for products produced between Dec. 1 and Dec. 8, the date codes are L01 through L08.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may contain foreign material (glass)

How/When Discovered: The firm received several customer complains about pieces of glass being present in the product and upon further review decided to expand the recall to include the above listed products.

Federal Establishment:     
GOLDEN CROWN FOODS, INC
18335 Bedford Circle
City of Industry, CA 91744

Consumer Contact:Daniel Yang, General Manager, 626-913-2728

Media Contact:Tom Hsiao, HACCP Coordinator, 626-913-2728

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 90,110 pounds (including the 14,400 pounds recalled on 12/08/2003)

Distribution: California

 

PRODUCT Wheat Montana Farms & Bakery Bagels Wild Blueberry Net Wt 1 lb. 4 oz. (567g). Six bagels packaged in a flexible plastic bag closed with a colored bread tag.
CODE 1014-Yellow Tag, 1016-Red Tag, 1017-Blue Tag, 1018-White Tag, 1020-Orange Tag, 1021-Yellow Tag, 1023-Red Tag, 1024-Blue Tag, 1025-White Tag, 1027-Orange Tag, 1028-Yellow Tag. 1014 is nine days from the month and day the product was manufactured. For example, 10/14/03 would be the pull date for product manufactured on 10/6/2003.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Wheat Montana Bakery Inc., Three Forks, MT.
REASON The product contains undeclared colors - FD&C Yellow #6, FD&C Red #3, and FD&C Blue #1.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,582 Packages.
DISTRIBUTION MT.


PRODUCT Germack Nut Co. brand Trail Mix in 1 lb. clear bag. 
CODE Production code numbers of 328, 330 and 331.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Germack Pistachio Company, Detroit, MI.
REASON The product contains undeclared color, FD&C Yellow #6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 3,276 packages.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 20

 

Product(s) Recalled: Chicken salad with almonds and cranberries

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced November 21, 2003. 24 oz. plastic cups of "ATLANTIS CHICKEN SALAD WITH ALMONDS & CRANBERRIES."  The packages carry use by dates of 12/26/03. Each package bears the establishment number “P-22044” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Federal Establishment:     
Atlantis Foods
420 Whitney AV.
Lantana, FL 33462

Consumer Contact: Tim Delong, President, 561-582-6089, ext. 12

Media Contact: Tim Delong, President, 561-582-6089, ext. 12

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 2,700 pounds

Distribution: Atlanta, Georgia

 

Product(s) Recalled: 10 lb. tubes of Pure Ground Beef

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced various dates between November 24, 2003 and December 11, 2003. Each package bears the establishment number “Est. 11107” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.

Federal Establishment:                            
Sun Coast Beef & Provisions
301 10th St.
Palmetto, FL 34221

Consumer Contact: Steven J. Sharp, Operations Manager, 941-722-3229

Media Contact: Dave Cole, General Manager, 941-722-3229

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 5,620 pounds

Distribution: Central Florida

 


PRODUCT Avocado Pulp in 4 lb. unlabeled packages, four packages per case.
CODE No codes.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER SSK Enterprises, Mcallen, TX.
REASON Avocado pulp tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1034 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION WI.


PRODUCT Margarita brand, Queso Fresco, Mexican Style Fresh White Cheese. This product is a semi-soft, white cheese, wheel shaped approx. 12 cm in diameter and 2 cm tall, labeled with red and green lettering and is packed in a flexible white plastic package.
CODE Expiration November 6, 2003, code 37-77 (printed in black lettering).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ashe County Cheese Inc., W Jefferson, NC.
REASON Product contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 237 cases, 24/12 oz package per case.
DISTRIBUTION IL.


PRODUCT
a) Honest Tea brand First Nation Peppermint Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case.
b) Honest Tea brand Jakarta Ginger Decaf, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case.
c) Honest Tea brand Moroccan Mint Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case.
d) Honest Tea brand Assam Black Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case.

e) Honest Tea brand Green Dragon Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case. 
f) Honest Tea brand peach Oo-La-Long Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case. 
g) Honest Tea brand Kashmiri Chai Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case. 
h) Honest Tea brand Decaf Ceylon Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case. 
i) Honest Tea brand Black Forest Berry Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case. 
j) Honest Tea brand Gold Rush Cinnamon Iced Tea, in 16 fluid ounce glass bottles, 12 bottles per case.
CODE TR3160, TR3161, TR3162, TR3163, TR3164.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Honest Tea, Bethesda, MD.
REASON Beverage may contain glass pieces.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 803,000 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.


PRODUCT
a) Lindberg-Snider brand, "Ruby's Hot Barbecue Sauce", in 12 oz and 1 gallon bottles.
b) Lindberg-Snider brand, Barbecue Sauce, in 12 oz and 1 gallon bottles.
CODE
a) Cases with stamp date of "OCT 1 2003" through "MAR 26 2004";
b) Cases with stamp dates "OCT 1 2003" through "AUG 14 2004".
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Lindberg - Snider Company, Inc., City of Industry, CA.
REASON The product contains undeclared color, FD&C Red #40.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 12 oz. size: 740 cases each containing 12 bottles and 1 gallon size: 472 cases each containing 4 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 27

 

Country Dairy Recalls Eggnog

 

Country Dairy, Inc. announced today that their customers should return any Country Dairy Eggnog with sell by dates of November 28, 2003 or later. This product is being recalled due to possible inadequate processing. It may pose a health risk and should not be consumed.

 

Please return this product to the store where it was purchased for full credit.

 

Country Dairy Eggnog is distributed throughout Michigan's Lower Peninsula.

 

Customers who have questions may contact Wendell Van Gunst, President, Country Dairy, Inc. at 231-861-4636

 

General Mills Issues Recall/Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in Betty Crocker Triple Chunk Brownie Mix

 

General Mills is recalling a limited number of its 21.2 ounce packages of Betty Crocker Triple Chunk Brownie Mix because they may contain undeclared pecans. While not a problem for most consumers, the potential presence of the nut is a concern for consumers who are allergic to pecans. People who have allergies to pecans are at risk for a severe allergic reaction if pecans are consumed.

 

The recall is limited to the 21.2 ounce box, with "Better If Used By" and one of the following three code dates: 29OCT04CF, 30OCT04CF or 31OCT04CF on the box top.

 

The recalled Triple Chunk Brownie Mix was distributed nationwide in retail stores.

 

The problem has been corrected and no other General Mills products are affected by this recall. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

 

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the pecan-containing product was distributed in a limited number of boxes that did not list pecans as an ingredient.

 

Consumers who have purchased 21.2 ounce boxes of Triple Chunk Brownie Mix with this date code are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-446-1898.

 

Hansen Beverage Company Issues a Safety Alert and Product Recall of its Classic Sparkling Cider in 50.7 oz. Magnum Glass Bottles

 

Hansen Beverage Company is voluntarily recalling its Classic Sparkling Cider in 50.7 ounce Magnum glass bottles following reports of some bottles breaking. The recall covers approximately 40,000 bottles that were sold to consumers. Some of the cider may be contaminated with yeast which may result in an increase in internal pressure or there may be defects in the glass. This may cause the bottle to break on its own, on shelves, in cupboards or in consumer's hands.

 

The 50.7 ounce Magnum green bottles are labeled "Hansen's Classic Sparkling Cider - Hansen Beverage Company, Corona, CA 92882" and have a gold foil wrap over the cap. The universal product code (UPC) is 70847 00590.

 

The glass bottles being recalled were distributed to retail outlets nationwide in November 2003. All lots are being recalled and the product has been removed from store shelves.

 

Consumers are urged to limit handling of the bottles and should not attempt to open the bottles.

 

Consumers should carefully dispose of unopened bottles in outside trash rather than inside homes.

 

Consumers having questions or requesting a refund should call Hansen's directly at (800) 426-7367 ext. 496 Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PST.

 

Lactalis USA Recalls Brie President Soft-Ripened Cheese Double Cream in Seven-Ounce Gold Foil Wedges Because of Possible Health Risk

 

Lactalis USA of Turlock, CA announced today that it is recalling 1,782 cases of Brie President Soft-Ripened Cheese Double Cream in seven-ounce gold foil wedges because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

 

The recalled Brie President Soft-Ripened Cheese Double Cream in seven-ounce gold foil wedges was distributed nationwide in retail stores.

 

Lactalis USA representatives report that no illnesses are known to have occurred as a result of consumption of this product. The product being recalled consists of seven-ounce packages bearing the lot code “Sell by 01/10/04 307”. The code is found on the bottom of the gold foil packaging.

 

Consumers who possess any of the suspect packages are advised not to consume it and are asked to return it to the store where they purchased it. Refunds may be obtained at that time.

 

The Lactalis USA recall is being conducted in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1 (800) 828-7031.

 

Product(s) Recalled: Fully cooked frozen grilled chicken patties

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced September 15, 2003. The products subject to recall are 14.8 pound cases of "MCCARTY FOODS, Southern Grilled, Fully Cooked, Grilled Chicken Patties – CN." Each case contains three 4.93 pound bags of chicken patties. Each package bears the establishment number "Est. P-17728" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The products subject to recall have one of the following package codes: 2683VIC0611, 2683VIC0612, 2683VIC0613, 2683VIC0614, 2683VIC0615, 2683VIC0616, 2683VIC0617, 2683VIC0618, or 2683VIC0619.

Problem/Reason for Recall: Products may be adulterated with extraneous materials (small pieces of metal).

Federal Establishment:     
Tyson Foods, Inc.
600 Port Circle
Vicksburg, MS 39183

Consumer Contact: Willie Barber, Consumer Relations Manager, 479-290-4714

Media Contact: Ed Nicholson, Public Relations Manager, 479-290-4591

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 19,900 pounds

Distribution: Ohio, California, Texas, Arkansas, and Indiana

 

Product(s) Recalled: Sonic, America’s Drive-In, Chili

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced December 10, 15, and 16, 2003. The cases subject to recall bear the packaging code of 33443 or 33493. The establishment number "13516" is found inside the USDA mark of inspection on each case.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product is misbranded because of undeclared potential allergens (wheat and corn flour).

Federal Establishment:     
Classic Foods, L. P.
629 Mony St.
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Consumer Contact: Dawn Mudge, Office Manager, 817-271-8501

Media Contact: Webb Stickney, Chief Executive Officer, 817-271-8501

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 15,760 pounds

Distribution: Mississippi


PRODUCT
a) Fernando's Bakery, Gourmet Lemon Iced Pound Cake. Net Wt. 5 oz. Private labels include Allison's Fine Baked Goods and King Richard.

b) Fernando's Bakery, Pineapple Pound Cake. Net Wt. 3.5 oz. Private labels include Allison's Fine Baked Goods and King Richard.
CODE
a) and b) All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Fernando's Bakery, Inc., Perth Amboy, NJ.
REASON The products contain undeclared color, FD&C Yellow #5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,900 pieces.
DISTRIBUTION NY.


PRODUCT Firm Tofu. Product packaged in a styrofoam tray, wrapped in plastic.
CODE 10.15.03 and 10.17.03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Northwest Tofu, Inc., Seattle, WA.
REASON The product contains undeclared wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 72 packages.
DISTRIBUTION  WA.


PRODUCT Imperial brand Custard Cream Filling Cake (Sponge Cake with Custard Cream Filling), individual package net wt. 20 g.

CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Vinh Sanh Trading Corp., Los Angeles, CA.
REASON The product contains undeclared color tartrazine (certifiable as FD&C Yellow no 5).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,808 units.
DISTRIBUTION  CA, VA, GA, TX, AZ, WA, MN, and IA.