FEBRUARY 2002

WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 2

 

PRODUCT Metabolife Diet & Energy bar with special Nutrition Formula, Contians Inulin, Green Tea Extract.  Including flavors:

1) Lemony Lemon, Yogurt Coated; 2) Downright Chocolate, Chocolate Flavor Coated; 3) Perfectly Peanut, Chocolate Flavor Coated;

4) Outrageous Oatmeal Raisin, Yogurt Coated. All bars are Net Weight 2 Oz. (56.8 g)

CODE Best buy dates 2/16/02 and earlier.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Metabolife International, San Diego, CA

Manufacturer:  MLO Products Fairfield, CA

REASON The products contained excessive amounts of Vitamin A.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,917,216 bars.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

 

PRODUCT Bauer Butterkase Semi-soft Cheese, in retail and bulk package sizes.  The retail sizes are individual weight packages of 7-9

ounces in 5- and 10-pound cases.  The bulk size is an individual weight loaf of about 6 pounds, shipped 3 to a case,

CODE Sell-by dates up to 03/19/02 on retail product, and bulk product shipped prior to 6/29/01.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Swissrose/ConAgra, Foods Moonache, NJ

Manufacturer:  J. Bauer KG 83501 Wasserburg, Germany.

REASON The product contains undeclared egg white lysozyme.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE About 3000/10-pound cases of retail product and about 3000/18-pound cases of bulk product.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

PRODUCT 24 lb. cases of frozen Chocolate Chip Cookies with 20 bulk packs of dough per case (this dough is baked into cookies at the

store;

Store labeled bags containing 3 dozen chocolate chip cookies, net wt. 28 oz;

Store labeled bags containing 3 dozen cookies, net wt. 28 oz.(assorted cookies),

CODE All products purchased between Aug. 13 and Aug 20, 2001.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Publix Super Markets Inc. Lakeland, FL

Manufacturer:  Publix Bakery Plant Lakeland, FL.

REASON Chocolate Chip Cookies contained undeclared pecans and almonds.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 160/24 lb. cases.

DISTRIBUTION FL, GA and SC.

 

PRODUCT "La Maree" brand Cold Smoked Fish Products:

1) Smoked Salmon Trimmings, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xxx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Salmon Trimmings xxx Keep refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar xxx”.  Packed in the following sizes:  ¼ lb., ½ lb., 1 lb

2) Smoked Spiritual Salmon, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xxx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Spiritual Salmon xxx Keep Refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar, Tequila/Vodka/Bourbon/Scotch, Hickory/Oak smoked xxx”.  Packed in the following sizes: ¼ lb.,

½ lb., 1 lb. and bulk-weight sides,

3) Smoked Pastrami Salmon, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xxx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Pastrami Salmon xxx Keep refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar, Coriender, Pepper & Dextrose, Hardwood smoked xxx”. Packed in the following sizes: ¼ lb., ½ lb., 1 lb. and bulk-weight sides,

4) Smoked Norwegian Salmon, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xxx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Norwegian Salmon xxx Keep refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar, Hardwood smoked xxx”.  Packed in the following sizes: ¼ lb., ½ lb., 1 lb. and bulk-weight sides,

5) Smoked Scottish Salmon, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Scottish Salmon xxx Keep refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar, Hardwood smoked xxx”. Packed in the following sizes: ¼ lb., ½ lb., 1 lb. and bulk-weight sides,

6) Smoked Irish Salmon, refrigerated, in vacuum packages printed with black lettering on gold foil background and a white stick-on tag, labeled in part: ”xxx La Maree xxx Portier Fine Foods xxx Mamaroneck, NY xxx Smoked Irish Salmon xxx Keep refrigerated 38 Degrees xxx Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Brown sugar, Hardwood smoked xxx”.  Packed in the following sizes: ¼ lb., ½ lb., 1 lb. and bulk-weight sides,

CODE Initial recalled codes for all 6 products:

"packed on Apr 15  sell by Apr 29",

"packed on Apr 16  sell by Apr 30",

"packed on Apr 17  sell by May 1"

Additional codes (5/15/01 extension):

"packed on Apr 6  sell by Apr 20" thru

"packed on Apr 14  sell by Apr 28" 

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Portier Fine Foods Inc. Mamaroneck, NY

REASON The products were contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approximately 780 lbs.

DISTRIBUTION CT, NY, PA and Nassau, Bahamas.

 

PRODUCT 1) Condensed Milk With Sugar and Coffee, packaged in metal cans, net weight 14 oz. Made in Latvia;

2) Condensed Milk With Sugar and Cocoa, packaged in metal cans, net weight 14 oz. Made in Latvia;

3) Sweetened Condensed Milk, packaged in metal cans, net weight 14 oz. Product of Latvia.

Firm listed on labeling: Imported by Hudson Industries International, Ltd.  Queens, N.Y. USA

CODE 1) can code 300901 L77 9001; 2) can code 300901 L77 9001; 3) can codes 9006 L52 191100 and 9005 L28 20 11 00.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Hudson Industries International, Ltd. Bayside, NY

Manufacturer:  Stock Company Rezekne Dairies and Canneries Rezneke, Latvia. 

REASON Products packed in metal cans with lead soldered seams.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1000 cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and Canada.

 

PRODUCT Jamaican Blend Lemix Cocktail Mix, packaged in 1-gallon jugs, 4 one-gallon jugs/case

CODE Uncoded.  All products distributed from 7/9/2001 through 8/27/2001 are subject to this recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Lemix, Inc. East Canton, OH

REASON Product contains undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 72 cases (288 gallons).

DISTRIBUTION OH.

 

PRODUCT E. Wedel brand Pierniczki Alpejskie Nadzienie Truskawkowe, Chocolate Covered Gingerbread Hearts W/Strawberry Filling,

Product of Poland, Barcode # 76841 01671, net weight 7.93 oz (225 g). 

CODE None.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Adamba Imports International Inc., Brooklyn, NY

Manufacturer:  E. Wedel S.A., Warsaw, Poland.

REASON The product contained Ponceau 4R (E124, Acid Red 18), an unapproved color.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 700 cases (12 packages per case).

DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CA , FL, WA, TX, CT, MA and IL.

 

PRODUCT Welch's White Grape Fruit Juice Cocktail from Concentrate, 64 oz. carton, refrigerated. 

CODE Pull Date Codes:  May 24, Jun 07, May 23, Jun 5, May 12, May 19,May 26, Jun 02.  Located at the seal of the gable-topped

container.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Welch's, Billerica, MA

REASON Label fails to declare sulfites and the correct percentage of  juice

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 15,757 cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

PRODUCT Gang Wei Long brand Rapid Dissolve Green Bean Paste, Barcode # 6 920760 000024, packaged in flexible plastic foil pouch, net wt. 180 grams (6 oz.), 40 - 180 gram pouches per case,

CODE None.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Strong America Limited, Brooklyn, NY

Manufacturer:  Haikou Bada Imp. & Exp. Co., Haiku, China.

REASON The product contained undeclared tartrazine (certifiable as FD&C Yellow #5) and brilliant blue FCF (certifiable as FD&C Blue #1).

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 30 cases

DISTRIBUTION NY, TN, MA, FL and IL.

 

PRODUCT

Lemon-Lime Punch Base, 4/1 Gal;

Lime Punch Base, 4/1 Gal;

Mango Tropical Punch Base, 4/ 1 Gal;

Pineapple Punch Base, 4 / 1 Gal;

Lemon Slush Base, Gallons;

Lemon-Lime Slush Base, 4/ 1 Gal;

Lime Slush Base, Gallon and 4 /1 Gal;

#30 Lemon Lime Syrup, 4 /1 Gal;

RTU Lime Syr., 4/1 Gal;

Lemon Sno-Cone Syrup, 4/ 1 Gal;

Mango Sno-Cone Syrup, 4/ 1 Gal;

Blue-Lemon Sno-Cone Syrup, 4/ 1 Gal;

Banana Sno-Cone Syrup, 12/ 1 quart;

Creme de Menthe Syrup, 4/ 1 gal;

Lime Fountain Flavor Base, Gallon;

Imitation Lemon Flavor, 4/1 Gal and 12/ 1 quart,

Imitation Pineapple Extract, 4/ 1 Gal, 12/ 1 pint, and 12 /1 quart;

Imitation Peppermint Extract, 12/1 pint and 12/ 1 quart,

Pina Colada Disp Pak, 6/ Half Gallon

CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Felbro Food Products, Inc. Los Angeles, CA

REASON Drink bases and flavors contained undeclared FD&C Yellow 5.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Undetermined.

DISTRIBUTION AZ, CA, HI, KS, NV, UT.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida areas 1642 and 1662 Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hick's Seafood East Point, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 212 bags, 92 pints and 14 gallons of shellstock and shucked.

DISTRIBUTION FL. And GA

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters. All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area. 

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Allen Brothers Seafood Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown

DISTRIBUTION FL and SC

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters. All oysters packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area. 

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Leavins Seafood Inc. Apalachicola, FL.

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 324/30 lb. boxes, 6/20 lb boxes, 99/60 lb. boxes and 40/45 lb. boxes

DISTRIBUTION FL, GA, SC and NC.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters.  All oysters packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER The Shrimp House, Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 152 bags and 10 gallons

DISTRIBUTION FL, GA and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters.  All oysters packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area. 

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Stiner's Oyster House, Carrabelle, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 8/60 lb. bags

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters.  All oysters packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Allen's Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters  associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters. All oysters packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mineral Springs Seafood, Crawfordville, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4 bags

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Golden Buttermilk Biscuits

a) UPC 94562-06290 - frozen baked; mini, 140 units, net weight 8 lbs. 12 oz.

b) UPC 94562-06291 - frozen baked; medium, 96 units, net weight 13 lbs. 8 oz.

c) UPC 94562-06295 - frozen baked easy split, 96 units, net weight 13 lbs. 8 oz.

d) UPC 94562-06296 - frozen baked easy split, 90/case, net weight 16 lbs.

 Homestyle Biscuits

 a) UPC 18000-85516 - frozen, net wt. 25 oz.

 b) UPC 18000-85524 - 3-25 oz. reclosable bags, net wt. 4 lbs. 11 oz.

 c) UPC 94562-06300 - net wt. 1 lb. 9 oz.

Frozen Southern Style Biscuits - UPC 94562-06285, 120-2 oz., net wt. 15 lbs;

Southern Style Cheese Biscuit Dough - UPC 94562-06256, 240-2oz., net wt. 30 lbs;

Cheese and Herb Biscuits, 18 biscuits, net wt. 21.6 oz. under Schwan's label;

Frozen Buttermilk Biscuits UPC 94562-06283, 120-2oz., net wt. 15 lbs;

Burger King Frozen Biscuit Dough, UPC 18000-37660 168 pieces, 33.2 lbs;

Wal-Mart Baked, Uniced Marble Half Sheet Cakes (dough), UPC 21582-05354, 6 units - 55 oz;

Southern Style Biscuit Dough;

a) UPC 18000-37657 KFC, 264 count/2 oz. units, 33 lbs.

b) UPC 94562-06246 Lee's, 216/2.2 oz., net wt. 29.7 lbs.

c) UPC 94562-06249 Easy split, 168-3.17 oz., net wt. 32.2 lbs.

d) UPC 94562-06250 120/2.2 oz., net wt. 16.5 lbs.

e) UPC 94562-06252 216/2.2 oz., net wt. 29.7 lbs.

f) UPC 94562-06253 Shoney's, 216/2.2. oz., net wt. 29.7 lbs.

g) UPC 94562-06273 Dunkin Donuts, easy split, 168-3.17 oz., net wt. 33.2 lbs.

h) UPC 94562-06275 Wal-Mart

i) UPC 94562-06312 Schwan's, 18 biscuits, net wt. 39 oz.,

CODE Retail products: Pillsbury Homestyle (or Home Baked Classics) Frozen Buttermilk Biscuits  UPC 18000-85516  Lot #: F1 1062 11

Pillsbury Homestyle Frozen Biscuits - Southern Style (3 pack)  UPC 18000-85515

Lot #: F1 1062 08

       F1 1062 18

       F1 1062 19

       F1 1062 20

       F1 1062 22

       F1 1062 23

       F1 1062 25

Food service products: Production codes of June 6 to June 25, 2001.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Pillsbury Company, St. Paul, MN

Manufacturer: Pillsbury Bakeries and Food Service, Joplin, MO.

REASON The product was contaminated with poly fibers from broken filtering screen in frozen biscuit dough.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 784,585 cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

PRODUCT Salad Mate Salad Dressing, packaged in 32-fl. oz. plastic bottles. The responsible firm on the label shows the product is

distributed by Aldi Inc., Batavia, IL

CODE All product with code 092701CBA.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mrs. Clark's Foods L.C., Ankeny, IA

REASON The product was contaminated with yeast.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 3,472/12-btl. cases.

DISTRIBUTION IL, IA, MO, and WI.

 

PRODUCT Woodstock Farms Pineapple Rings, Unsulphored. Net Wt. 16 oz (454 gm). INGREDIENTS:PINEAPPLE AND SUGAR*** PRODUCT OF THAILAND***".

CODE Lot codes: "Best if used by 3/16/02."

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  United Natural Foods, Inc., Stow Mills Chesterfield, NH,

Manufacturer:  Hersey Import (Repacker) Rahway, NJ

REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 208 cases containing 1,664 (16 oz.) retail units.

DISTRIBUTION Eastern USA

 

PRODUCT Dried Shrimp, Unlimited Brand in 8oz. retail packages.  Repacked by Wholesale Unlimited, Inc., Honolulu, HI

CODE Product is not coded.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Wholesale Unlimited, Inc., Honolulu, HI

Manufacturer: Roy J. Picou, Inc., Chauvin, LA.

REASON The product contains undeclared sulfites.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 50 lbs.

DISTRIBUTION HI.

 

Badia Spices Recalls Ground Oregano (Oregano Molido)

 

Badia Spices of Florida announced today that it is voluntarily recalling its Badia brand Ground Oregano (Oregano Molido) Upc #33844 00010, a 2 oz. bottle bearing Lot #092601 and an expiration date of 10/2006, distributed to retail stores in Florida; and New York. This recall is being effected on account of a possible salmonella contamination. A sampling from the Department of Agriculture was found to be positive for salmonella.

 

Salmonella can cause serious illness and sometimes-fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and other with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected eneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Consumers are urged to check their kitchens for this product, and to discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.

 

When Ground Oregano (Oregano Powder) is used in preparing foods cooked at 165 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, the risk of food borne illness due to Salmonella is significantly reduced. Nevertheless, the company understands that some customers may not cook this product at such temperatures and wishes to notify the public accordingly. Consumers with questions or concerns are to contact Badia Spices, Inc. at 305-629-8000 or info@badia-spices.com.

 

Koepplinger's Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in Awrey's Brand 8-Pack Date Oatmeal Bars

 

Koepplinger's Bakery of Oak Park, Michigan is recalling all Awrey's Brand 8-Pack Oatmeal Bars, 10.75 oz. (sold at room temperature), with a pull date of 1-31-02. The products are being recalled because of undeclared walnuts. Koepplinger's erroneously placed Awrey Brand 8-Pack Oatmeal labels on some Awrey brand Date Nut bars which contain walnuts. People who have an allergy or a severe sensitivity to walnuts run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

 

The recalled product was distributed by Koepplinger's Bakery Inc. located at 15200 W. 8 Mile Rd., Oak Park, Michigan. The bars were distributed in Flint, Bay City and all of southeastern Michigan. The eight pack bars are packaged on a flat corrugated board that is over wrapped in cellophane.

 

Consumers who are allergic to walnuts and have purchased any of these products are urged to return them to the store of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-248-967-2020. The product is being recalled in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

 

Product: Cured Pork Sausage

Codes: Produced on December 20, 2001. Each package bears establishment number “EST. 11179” inside the USDA mark of inspection, the lot number "LOT# 355," and the sell-by date "SELL BY 2/20/02." The products subject to recall are approximately one pound packages of “Special America's MR. TANGO Cuban Brand COOKED BUTIFARRA Cured Sausage.”

Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Discovered: A microbiological sample was collected by FSIS on1/10/02. It was reported positive for Listeria monocytogenes on 1/17/02.

Establishment: Special America's BBQ, Inc.     13001 NW 32 Ave., Bay 2-3    Opa Locaka, FL 33054

Contact: Avio Presa, Plant Manager, 305-681-5646

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 150 pounds

Distribution: Miami, FL

 

Product: Canned soups

Codes: The products subject to recall are:

"S&W GARBANZO BEANS" (15.5 oz), produced on November 2, 2001. The cans actually contain CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH PASTA SOUP. The cans bear the code "978P8/C306_" and establishment number "P6166" on can end. The product was distributed to retail stores in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.

"S&W PINTO BEANS" (15 oz), produced on September 20, 2001. The cans actually contain CHICKEN WITH RICE SOUP. The cans bear the code "897P8/C263_" and establishment number "P6166" on the can end. The product was distributed to retail stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington.

On January 24, 2002, the recall was expanded to include: "S&W KIDNEY BEANS" (15.25 oz), produced on November 2, 2001. The cans actually contain VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP. The cans bear the code "965P8/C313_" and establishment number "EST. 6166" on the can end. The product was distributed to retail stores in California.

Problem: The canned soups were incorrectly labeled (misbranded).

Discovered: On January 04, 2002, a consumer complaint was received by the firm, who then discovered through their quality assurance check that the above-mentioned products were incorrectly labeled. The firm notified FSIS and initiated the voluntary recall. On January 24, 2002, the firm reported that further investigation required that an additional product be added to the recall.

Establishment: Chiquita Processed Foods, LLC     25 North 6th Street     Payette, ID 83661

Contact: Nancy Graves, QA Director, 715-243-8320

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 8,900 pounds (9,200 cans) total recalled product

Distribution: Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington

 

Product: Random weight packages, weighing approximately 3 1/2 to 5 pounds, of "ARMOUR PREMIUM MARINATED PORK LOIN HALF, ONION AND GARLIC."

Codes: Produced on or before January 11, 2002; Each package bears the product code "56610" and "USE OR FREEZE BY: FEB 13" or any prior date. The package also bears the establishment code "EST. 995" located inside the USDA mark of inspection. 

Problem: The product contains an undeclared ingredient (hydrolyzed milk protein).

Discovered: On January 22, 2002, the firm contacted FSIS to confirm their preliminary reports of possible misbranding of the product.

Establishment: Swift & Company     1200 Story Ave.     Louisville, KY 40206

Contact: Leonard Huskey, Sr. V.P., Product Integrity, R&D, 970-506-7675

Quantity Recalled: Undertermined

Distribution: Nationwide

 

Product: Jimmy Dean Maple Flavored Pork Link Sausages in 12-pound food service cases.

Codes: Produced on December 13, 2001, December 20, 2001, December 28, 2001, and January 12, 2002. The cases each bear a production code "3139-1," "3209-1," "3289-1," or "1120-2," as well as the establishment number "EST. 8080" located inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem: The product may contain undeclared monosodium glutamate (MSG).

Discovered: On January 23, 2002, the firm contacted FSIS to report possible misbranding of the product with MSG.

Establishment: Jimmy Dean Foods, Inc.     200 Biffle Road     Newbern, TN 38059

Contact: Patty Welsh, Customer Relations, 901-758-6662

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 3,600 pounds

Distribution: North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, South Carolina, New York, Georgia and Minnesota

 

Product: Fresh ground beef

Codes: Produced January 23, 2002. The products subject to recall are packaged in boxes of various weight and sizes. Each box is labeled, "GENERAL CUSTER BRAND MEATS. ESTABLISHED 1946." Each box contains case codes of "23-1," "23-2," "23-3," or "23-4." The establishment number "EST. 7679" is located inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each box contains 10-pound bags. Each bag bears the label "Ground Beef," and the company name and the establishment number "EST. 7679" is located inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem: The product may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7.

Discovered: A microbiological sample was collected by FSIS on 1/23/02. It was reported positive for E. coli O157:H7 on 1/28/02.

Establishment: Montana Quality Foods & Processing, Inc.   P.O. Box 1408   Yellowstone Valley, Valley Drive Miles City, MT 59301

Contact: John Munsell, President, 406-232-0689

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 270 pounds

Distribution: Ashland, Colstrip, Forsyth, and Miles City, Montana

 

FDA ANNOUNCES A RECALL BY ANHING CORPORATION OF MINI JELLY SNACK CUPS CANDIES DUE TO CHOKING HAZARD

 

The FDA is announcing the recall by Anhing Corporation, Los Angeles, California, of Rolin Brand "Lychee Nata De Coco Jelly" because this product presents a choking hazard. These candies are distributed nationwide. The candies are packaged in small sealed plastic cups. Each mini Jelly cup is about the size of a single-serve coffee creamer.

 

These candies contain the ingredient "konjac" (also known as conjac, konnyaku, yam flour, or glucomannan. The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Food and Drug Administration consider this type of candy to pose a serious choking risk, particularly to infants, children and the elderly. Local authorities have reported six children's deaths from choking in the United States associated with this type of jelly candy. There have also been reports of deaths in other countries.

 

The candy is sold in either 10.5 oz bags in cases of 30 bags, or in 53.5 oz. tubs with 6 tubs to a case. Anhing Corporation has requested a recall through distributors and retailers to consumers. Consumers are urged to return this product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 323-221-8003.

 

In August and October 2001, the FDA issued general warnings against consuming mini-cup gel candies that contain the ingredient "konjac". In December 2001 and January 2002 two other firms recalled gel candies. In October 2001, the agency issued an Import Alert to prevent these candies from entering the country. Import Alerts identify problem commodities and communicate guidance to FDA field offices and the importing community for detention of products which appear to be in violation of the law. However, candies imported prior to the import alert are still in the US market. These candies are sold under various brand names and are distributed by various companies. The FDA continues to investigate and follow-up this issue.

 

WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 9

 

PRODUCT Prestige Caramel Coyote Canyon Classic ice Cream, Premium Dulce; DeLeche Ice Cream with Dulce De Leche Swirl and Mini Caramel Cups Half gallon

CODE JAN 24 2002 12-356, UPC 2114027053

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Winn Dixie Stores, (Corporate Headquarters), Jacksonville, FL

Manufacturer:  Superbrand Dairies Inc., (Div. of Winn Dixie Stores), Plant City, FL

REASON Undeclared peanut butter.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 15,800 half gallons.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

 

PRODUCT Apple Pie flavored Veggie Yogurt,packed in a white, opaque plastic carton with a snap on lid; net wt. 6 OZ. 

CODE NOV 19, 01 S4R2, UPC 0-77172-66765-2.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Galaxy Nutritional Food, Inc. Orlando, FL

REASON Undeclared milk allergen from possible cross contamination.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 458 cases, 12/6 oz. cartons per case.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and The Dominican Republic.

 

PRODUCT Oriental Mix packed in clear, rigid plastic containers, approximately 0.30 lbs. per plastic container.

CODE All "packed on" "sell by" dates.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Asmar Nut Roasting, Inc. (DBA Choconuts, Brooklyn, NY

REASON The product contained undeclared cashews and almonds.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 129 units.

DISTRIBUTION NY.

 

PRODUCT

a) Hsu & Co. brand, Super Enzymes, 60 & 120 & 180 tablets,

b) Hsu & Co. brand, Super Enzymes, 60 & 180 capsules,

c) Acti-Gest tablets (labeled under numerous brands)

   -Spatz brand, 90 tablets.

   -Natural Products/ Natures Way brand, 180 tablets.

   -Full-O-Life brand, 90 tablets.

   -Edson Farms Natural Foods brand, 90 & 180 tablets.

   -Clark's Nutritional Centers brand, 90 tablets.

   -VP Health Food brand, 90 & 180 tablets.

   -Nature's Concept The Natural Choice brand, 60 & 90 & 180     tablets. 

CODE a) Lots 0050203 & 0090203; b) Lots 0050203 & 0090203; c) Lot 5800204; Lot 5800204; Lot 5800204; Lot 5800204; Lot 5800204;

   Lot 5800204; Lot 5800204.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  Licata Enterprises, Huntington Beach, CA

Manufacturer:  Horizon Laboratories, Chatsworth, CA.

REASON Salmonella contamination of raw material Pepsin.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 173,702 tablets, 95,008 capsules.

DISTRIBUTION CA, OH and MI.

 

PRODUCT Asian Boy (EBQ) Tapioca Stick (Granule de Tapioca) in flexible plastic packages, net wt. 3.5 oz. (100 g). Product of  Vietnam

CODE None.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm:  B.C.N. Trading Inc., Brooklyn, NY

Manufacturer:  M & N (Minh Nguyet) Co., Ho Chi Minh City.

REASON Product contained an unidentifiable color additive & erythrosine (certifiable as FD&C Red #3).

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 55 cases.

DISTRIBUTION NY, PA, CT, MA, NJ and Washington, DC.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Gordon's Seafood Tallahassee, FL

REASON Oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters havested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Davis Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 39-1/2 boxes and 11 bags.

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bill's Seafood, Carrabelle, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 44 Boxes.

DISTRIBUTION MD.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER R. M. Seafood, Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters  associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL, GA and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Flowers Seafood, Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters  associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 164/60 lb., 15/45 lb. and 349/30 lb.

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sea Quest Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 42,772 pounds.

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER R.D.'s Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 184 bags and 212 boxes.

DISTRIBUTION FL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Lombardi's Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters assocated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Two J's Trading Co., Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 32 gallons.

DISTRIBUTION GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pristine International Seafood, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 185 gallons.

DISTRIBUTION GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters were harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Little Bay II Inc., Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL and GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters  All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sumatra Seafood Brokers Bristol, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER David's Seafood, Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 373 bags and 20/30 lb. Boxes.

DISTRIBUTION FL and GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER D.L. Thomas Seafood, Panacea, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 77/60 lb. bags, 158 boxes, 49 gallons, 210 pints and 72/12 oz.

DISTRIBUTION GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters  All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were

subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER R&R Seafood, Panacea, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION FL and GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Webb's Seafood Inc., Youngstown, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 288/60 lb. bags and 186/30 lb. boxes.

DISTRIBUTION FL and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Barber's Seafood Inc., Eastpoint, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown

DISTRIBUTION FL, GA and AL.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters  All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bluepoints Int'l Fisher, Apalachicola, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION GA.

 

PRODUCT Shellstock oysters; Shucked oysters All oysters were packaged in bulk with no labeling other than the harvest tags which indicate harvest date and harvest area.

CODE All oysters harvested from Florida Areas 1642 and 1662, Apalachicola Bay, with harvest dates of 9/15/2001 through 9/30/2001 were subject to recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Miller & Ellis Seafood, Southport, FL

REASON These oysters were harvested from the same area as oysters associated with a foodborne illness outbreak.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.