AUGUST 2000

MARCH 2002

WEEK ENDING MARCH 2

PRODUCT Physicians Formula, Eye Makeup Remover Lotion, 2 Fl. Oz./ 59 ml

CODE Batch Code 0821 and 0601.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pierre Fabre/Physicians Formula Cosmetics, Azusa, CA

REASON The product was contaminated with Pseudomonas fluorescens/putida.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 16,300 units.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

PRODUCT Zorba Natural Pepperoncini Mild Pickled Peppers Sulfite Free, 15 fl. oz. glass jar with gold cap.

CODE OCT1703; OCT1803; NOV703. Codes are located on the cap.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Orleans Packing Company, Hyde Park, MA

REASON Product contains undeclared sulfites.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1772 cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

Product: Fajita Chicken Strips

Codes: Produced on October 25, 2001. The products subject to recall are:

10-pound cases of fully cooked "PIERCE Fajita Seasoned Boneless, Skinless Chicken Strips with Grill Marks Added" marked with a package code beginning with "4A01298" or "4B01298," followed by two digits, and ending with "P19055." Each case contains two 5-pound bags marked with a code of "298P19055."

10-pound cases of fully cooked "PIERCE Fajita Seasoned Chicken Thigh Strips with Grill Marks Added" marked with a package code beginning with "4B01298," followed by two digits, and ending with "P19055." Each case contains two 5-pound bags marked with a code of "298P19055."

Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Discovered: On February 26, 2002, the firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that an investigation into a food service customers report of possible contamination was confirmed by the firm's laboratory analysis.

Establishment: S & C Beef Processors, L.L.C. 4530 Mobile Highway Montgomery, AL 36105

Contact: Elaine Bourne, Consumer Affairs, 800-414-7500

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 30,700 pounds

Distribution: Nationwide

WEEK ENDING MARCH 9

PRODUCT Crystal Lake brand Diced Egg Topping, (I.Q.F.) Frozen, 4/5 lb. bags in 20 lb. cartons (institutional pack).

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

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Crystal Lake LLC, Warsaw, IN

REASON Product contained undeclared milk.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Undetermined.

DISTRIBUTION IA, PA and WI.

PRODUCT Crystal Lake brand Frozen Cooked Egg Omelets with Cheese, 72/3.5 oz. omelets in 15.75 lb. cartons institutional pack).

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

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Crystal Lake LLC, Warsaw, IN

REASON The product contained undeclared ingredients, including FD&C Yellow No. 6.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 200 cases.

DISTRIBUTION IA, PA and WI.

Product: Fresh Whole Chicken

Codes: Produced February 20, 2002. The product subject to recall is 40-pound boxes of "Allen’s FOR ROTISSERIE CHICKEN, CLASSIC FLAVOR Fresh Young Chicken, WITHOUT NECK & GIBLETS, 2 ½ SIZE (UN-TRUSSED)." Each box bears the establishment number "P-171" inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as the sell by date "03/08" on the label.

Problem: The product may be contaminated with metal.

Discovered: On February 28, 2002, the firm contacted FSIS to report that it was recalling the above-mentioned product based on their discovery that a small piece of metal from a processing machine had broken off and could not be accounted for.

Establishment: Allen Family Foods, Inc. PO Box 168 Cordova, MD 21625

Contact: Pat Sigler, Director of Quality Assurance, 410-943-3989

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 460 pounds

Distribution: The above-mentioned product was distributed to retail establishments in Boston, MA, where the product is cooked and sold to consumers.

Product: Sausage Products

Codes: Produced between September 26, 2001 and February 06, 2002. Each case bears the establishment number of "EST. 18726" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each case is stamped with a production date code between "092601" to "020602." The following recalled products are contained in packages of various weights and sizes:

"1 oz breakfast linkS, La Bella Sausage Co.;"

"2 oz Breakfast pattie, La Bella Sausage Co."

"2 oz BREAKFAST LINKS, La Bella Sausage Co;"

"Breakfast Sausage, La Bella Sausage Co.;"

"Arrezzio BULK ITALIAN MILD SAUSAGE;"

"Arrezzio ITALIAN MILD ROPE SAUSAGE;"

"Arrezzio ITALIAN MILD LINK SAUSAGE 4/1;"

"Arrezzio ITALIAN MILD LINK SAUSAGE 5/1;"

"Arrezzio ITALIAN HOT ROPE SAUSAGE;"

"ROBERTO’S MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE, La Bella Sausage Co."

Also subject to recall are the following fresh sausage products, which are packaged in 10-pound cases. Indicated on each 10-pound case are checked boxes denoting whether the sausages are hot or mild, and whether the sausages are rope, link or bulk. Packages inside the 10-pound cases are of various weights and sizes. They include:

"La Bella MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE;"

"La Bella HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE;"

"Ottimo Mild Italian Sausage;"

"Ottimo Hot Italian Sausage;"

"Ottimo Due MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE;"

"Ottimo Due HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE;"

"CREMOSA ITALIAN SAUSAGE."

Problem: The products were misbranded, that is they contained soy that was not declared on the product labels. Soy is a known allergen.

Discovered: Several Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) compliance investigative samples returned positive results for soy. FSIS notified the establishment who then initiated the recall voluntarily.

Establishment: La Bella Sausage, Inc. 16170 Aviation Loop Drive Brooksville, FL 34609

Contact: George Kurppe, President or Claudia Burksdale, Secretary, 352-799-6301

Quantity Recalled: Undetermined Amount

Distribution: Florida

Product: Beef and Pork Sausage

Codes: Produced on February 25, 2002. The products subject to recall are 20 lb. cases of "SMOKED SAUSAGE CARITAS RANCH BAR-B-Q fully cooked." Each case bears the code "00657" and the establishment code "EST. 20207" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem: The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Discovered: A microbiological sample was collected by FSIS on 2/26/02. It was reported positive for Listeria monocytogenes on 3/5/02.

Establishment: Caritas Ranch Bar B-Q, Inc. 919 Highway 46 East Boerne, TX 78006

Media Contact: Joe Ouellette, HACCP Quality Control Director, 830-336-2858

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 360 pounds

Distribution: Texas

Product: Luncheon Loaf Made with Chicken and Pork

Codes: Produced on February 19 and 24, 2002. The products being recalled are 8-ounce packages of "Luncheon Loaf Made with Chicken and Pork." Each package bears the date "USE BY MAY 13" and a code "EST. P-2122 2E13," "EST. P-2122 7E09," or "EST. P-2122 7E13." The packages also bear the establishment code "P-2122" located inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem: The ingredient "sodium nitrite" is incorrectly declared as "sodium" in the ingredient statement on the product label.

Discovered: On March 5, 2002, the firm contacted the FSIS to report that they had discovered, through their label review process and subsequent investigation, that errors had occurred at their suppliers printing plant.

Establishment: Farmland Foods, Inc. 2323 S. Sheridan Wichita, KS 67213

Contact: Phil Pletcher, Manager Quality Assurance, 712-263-7470

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 580 pounds

Distribution: Indiana, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Virginia and Puerto Rico

Health Hazard Alert: Presence of Glass Particles in Taster's Choice 340g Instant Coffee

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Nestlé Canada are warning the public not to consume Taster’s Choice 340 g Instant Coffee because some jars may contain pieces of glass. The following products are affected by this alert.

Taster’s Choice, Original Blend, 340g, Best Before dates from 2003 JL (July 2003) up to and including 2004 JA (January 2004), UPC 055000 021241

Taster’s Choice, Naturally Decaffeinated, 340g, Best Before dates from 2003 JL (July 2003) up to and including 2004 JA (January 2004), UPC 055000 021586.

Consumers can check the best before date on the side of the metal cap. No other products and sizes are affected by this alert. The manufacturer, Nestlé Canada, Toronto, Ontario reported to the CFIA that it was voluntarily recalling these nationally distributed products. There has been one reported injury associated with the consumption of these products. Nestlé Canada asks that consumers call 1-800-387-4636 to request a prepaid envelope to send the cap for a full refund.

For more information, consumers and industry can call one of the following numbers:

Nestlé Canada, 1-800-387-4636
CFIA, In the province of Quebec 1-800-561-3350; or
CFIA, In other provinces and territories 1-800-442-2342.

Lisy Corporation Announces Recall of "Lisy Dulcecitos" Assorted Candies Due to Serious Choking Hazard

Lisy Corporation of Miami is announcing their recall of Lisy brand Dulcecitos assorted Candies 1.50 oz per bag, because these product "May Contain 1 (one) or 2 (two) ABC Candy Mini-fruit Bites cups, that present a choking hazard. These candies are distributed in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, West Virginia, Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Kentucky and Arizona under the labeled brand name "LISY" and are packaged in clear acrylic plastic bags, containing assorted Candies, 1.50 oz. and may have 1 or 2 cups of ABC Mini-Fruit Bites per bag. Each cup which is the size of a single coffee creamer, contains a gelatin product with a small chunk of fruit. These cups contain "konjac" also known as "conjac, konnyaku, yam flour, or glucomannan" which does not dissolve as easily as common gelatin does. 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 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 Food and Drug Administration contacted Lisy Corporation when they learned that they repacked and distributed these products. Lisy Corporation is cooperating with the FDA and is voluntarily recalling from 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 305-836-6001.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 16

PRODUCT a) Dinstuhl’s Peanut Butter Bar, 1.5 oz; b) Dinstuhl’s Chocolate Pecan Fudge, 16 oz (1 lb); c) Dinstuhl’s Assorted Chocolates, 8 oz, 16 oz (1 lb), 2 lb, 4 lb; d) Dinstuhl’s Assorted Nuts, 16oz (1 lb).

CODE All codes beginning with M, S, X, distributed between 9/4/01 and 10/29/01.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Dinstuhl's Candies Memphis, TN

REASON Products contain undeclared milk.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Less than 300 boxes.

DISTRIBUTION TN.

PRODUCT Sweet Candy (Dried Carambola Fruit) packed in flexible plastic bags, net wt. 5 oz. (141 grams). Made in China.

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

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Fortuner's Food Co., Inc., Brooklyn, NY

REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites (1210 ppm) and undeclared color additive sunset yellow FCF (certifiable as FD&C Yellow #6).

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 7 cases.

DISTRIBUTION NY.

PRODUCT 1) Tuna Salad

a) Mrs. Grissom's Salads brand, 10 ¾ ounces; b) Houchens brand, 10 ¾ ounces.;

2) Mrs. Grissom's Salads brand Jalapeno Cheese Spread or Dip, 11 ounces.;

3) Cheese Spread a) Mrs. Grissom's Salads brand, 11 ounces; b) Houchens brand, 11 ounces.

CODE Codes (Expiration Dates):

1) Tuna Salad

a) December 12, 2001, December 29, 2001, or January 5, 2002

b) December 12, 2001, December 26, 2001, or December 28, 2001

2) Mrs. Grissom's Salads brand Jalapeno Cheese Spread or Dip December 29, 2001, or January 26, 2002

3) Cheese Spread

a) December 21, 2001, December 28, 2001, or January 5, 2002

b) December 14, 2001, December 21, 2001, January 5, 2002, January 12, 2002, or January 26, 2002.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mrs. Grissom’s Salads, Inc., Nashville, TN

REASON Sandwich spreads contain undeclared egg yolks.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 39,255 cartons.

DISTRIBUTION TN, AL and KY.

PRODUCT

a) Mrs. Denson’s brand Fruit-Sweetened Chocolate Chip, UPC 69310;

b) Mrs. Denson's brand Fruit-Sweetened Chocolate Chip Macaroon, UPC 69401;

c) Mrs. Denson's brand Wheat-Free/Reduced-Fat Chocolate Chip UPC 69320;

d) Mrs. Denson's brand Wheat-Free/Reduced-Fat Chocolate Chip Macaroon, UPC 69411. ;

e) Mrs. Denson's brand Organic Chocolate Chip, UPC 70116.

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

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mrs. Denson’s Cookie Company, Inc., Ukiah, CA

REASON Chocolate chips in Mrs. Denson's cookies contained undeclared milk proteins (>15 ppm).

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION CO, OR, NH, IN, NJ, TX, CA, NY, WA and Canada.

PRODUCT Bon Campo brand Sun Dried Tomatoes packed in clear plastic trays, net wt. 3 oz. UPC 081517 100193 on front label & no other coding.

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

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Merex Corporation, Yonkers, NY

REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites (6900 ppm).

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.

DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.

PRODUCT Liquid Whole Egg (refrigerated) packaged in 30 pound plastic buckets or 2000 pound returnable plastic totes.

CODE Lot #262-1 and one tote of lot 261-1 (80 pounds of lot 262-1 were co-mingled with one tote and sent out with the Lot 262-1 shipment).

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Cutler Egg Products, Abbeville, AL

REASON Liquid Whole Egg product is contaminated with Salmonella.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 31,680 pounds.

DISTRIBUTION GA and KY.

PRODUCT STR brand Dried Plum, packed in flexible plastic packages, net wt. 14 oz. (400 g), gross weight 16 oz. Product of China.

Firm on label - Strong International Corp.

CODE Product has barcode # 6 43806 88607 4 and no other coding.

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

Manufacturer: Xiamen Da Chang Hua Imp. & exp. Co., Ltd., Xiamen, Fujian.

REASON The product contained undeclared sodium benzoate, a preservative, & saccharin which is not permitted for use in this type of food.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 48 cases.

DISTRIBUTION NY and FL.

PRODUCT Grissom's Blueberry Muffins, net wt. 9 oz. (3 muffins per 9-oz. package), 10/9-oz. packages per case. The responsible firm on the label shows the product is distributed by Moran Foods, Inc., Earth City, MO.

CODE All product on the market at the time the recall was initiated (product was not coded).

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Save-A-Lot Ltd., Earth City, MO

Manufacturer: Coastal Foods, Inc., Houston, TX.

REASON Total carbohydrates on nutrition facts panel is incorrect.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 112,600/10/9-oz. package cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

PRODUCT Big K Koolers, Kiwi Strawberry, in 12 oz cans, 24 cans per pack. UPC #11110-49707. CODE

CODE: Sell By 01-28-02A2.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: The Kroger Co. Cincinnati, OH

Manufacturer: America's Beverage Company, Irving, TX.

REASON Product has an off-flavor and may cause a burning sensation of mouth/throat.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,431 cases.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

PRODUCT United Dairy Farmer's Premium Homemade brand Vanilla Ice Cream, packed in one-pint paper cup-shaped containers.

CODE Code Numbers: A 04/23/02 and AR 04/23/02. The code is printed on the bottom of the pint containers.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER United Dairy Farmers, Inc., Norwood, OH

REASON Product is contaminated with chemicals from a cleaning solvent.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,900 pint containers.

DISTRIBUTION OH, MI, KY, IN, and PA.

PRODUCT Bareman Dairy brand Crystal Clear Drinking Water packaged in one gallon containers.

CODE Sell by date starts with DEC8JD.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bareman Dairy, Inc., Holland, MI

REASON May contain equipment sanitizer.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 19,700 gallons.

DISTRIBUTION IL, IN and MI.

PRODUCT Barq's Root Beer (No Caffeine) beverage in 12 oz. cans packaged in 6 packs and 12 packs, and 20 oz. PET bottles, and

Barq's Caffeine-Free Root Beer syrup, 5 gallon BIB (Bag-In-Box) containers for Fountain Beverage dispensing equipment.

CODE 12 oz. cans in 6 packs and 12 packs

FEB1802SWA

FEB1802SWB

FEB1802TOC

MAR1102TOC; 20 oz. PET AUG2001SWD; 5 gallon BIB (Bag-In-Box) C108051401, C106052001.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Cocoa-Cola North America, Atlanta, GA

Manufacturer: Coca-Cola Fountain, Ontario, CA; Swire Coca-Cola, Salt Lake City, UT.

REASON Product is labeled as not containing caffeine when it actually does.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 31,920 12 oz. cans; 1,543 20 oz. PET bottles; 120/5 gal. BIB containers.

DISTRIBUTION AK, AZ, CA, CO, ID, NE, NV, OR, UT, WA and WY.

Product: Luncheon Loaf Made with Chicken and Pork

Problem: The ingredient "sodium nitrite" is incorrectly declared as "sodium" in the ingredient statement on the product label.

Establishment: Farmland Foods, Inc. 2323 S. Sheridan Wichita, KS 67213

Contact: Phil Pletcher, Manager Quality Assurance, 712-263-7470

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 580 pounds

Distribution: Indiana, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Virginia and Puerto Rico

Mom's Kandy Kitchen Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts, Macadamia Nuts, Milk, Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 in Pre-Packaged Chocolate Covered Candies

Mom's Kandy Kitchen, Inc. d/b/a Florence's Exquisite Candies is recalling pre-boxed milk and dark chocolate Assorted, Nut & Caramel, and Cherry Cordials and solid chocolate novelties because they may contain undeclared peanuts, macadamia nuts, milk, yellow #5 and yellow #6. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts, macadamia nuts, milk, yellow #5 and yellow #6 run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recalled pre-boxed chocolates were distributed through retail stores and direct delivery in Southeastern Idaho, and mail order nationwide.

The Assorted, Nut & Caramel, and Cherry Cordials come in 2.6 ounce, l/2 lb., 1 lb., 2 lb., 3 lb., and 5 lb. boxes with the Florence's Exquisite Candies logo and/or label. The code is stamped on the bottom of the box. Products coded 02-63 and higher are properly labeled. The novelty chocolate items are in varying size boxes and do not contain a code. The recall was initiated in follow up to an FDA inspection that determined the products containing peanuts, macadamia nuts, milk, yellow #5 and yellow #6 were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of these items.

Consumers who have purchased any of these chocolates are urged to return the item to Mom's Kandy Kitchen, 25 South Center Street, Rexburg, Idaho, or to Florence's Exquisite Candies at 1165 East 17th Street, Idaho Falls, Idaho, for a replacement of the item or items returned. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (208) 356-3000.

Advance Food Int'l, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashews and Almonds in "Chin Chin Snack Mix"

Advance Food Int'l, Inc. of Maspeth, New York is recalling its 14oz packages of "Chin Chin Snack Mix" because they contain undeclared cashews and almonds. People who have allergies to cashews and almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled "Chin Chin Snack Mix" was distributed to retail food stores in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, North Carolina and Virginia. The product comes in a 14oz clear plastic package stating "Imperial Savoury Snacks" with blue, yellow and red logo colors. There is no apparent code on the packaging.

The recall was initiated as a result of routine field sampling by Food Inspectors from the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets which discovered that the cashews/almonds-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of these ingredients. Consumers who have purchased 14oz packages of "Chin Chin Snack Mix" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-482-0123.

Product: Turkey Products

Codes: Produced on December 31, 2001. The following products subject to recall are packaged in 18 to 20-pound boxes of:

"Jennie-O Blue Ribbon, Smoked White Turkey with Broth & Carmel Coloring." Each box has the case code "8698-02." Each box contains two 8-to-10 pound vacuum-sealed bags. Both the box and bag bear "P-403" inside the USDA mark of inspection and "USE OR FREEZE BY 03/21/02." These products were distributed to delis and food service distributors in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, and Washington.

"JenNie-O Hickory Smoked, Turkey Breast With Broth." Each box has the case code "8547-25." Each box contains two 8-to-10 pound vacuum-sealed bags. Both the box and bag bear "P-403" inside the USDA mark of inspection and "USE OR FREEZE BY 03/26/02." These products were distributed to delis in Indiana.

"Wegmans Delicatessen, 99% Fat free, 1% Fat, Fully Cooked Turkey Breast." Each box has the case code "1111515 WEGMANS, 0111-15." Each box contains two 8-to-10 pound vacuum-sealed bags. Both the box and bag bear "P-403" inside the USDA mark of inspection and "USE OR FREEZE BY 02/14/02." These products were distributed to delis in New York.

Also subject to recall are 10 to 12-pound boxes of:

JENNIE-O TURKEY HAM, CURED TURKEY THIGH MEAT CHUNKED & FORMED." Each box has the case code "8569." Each box contains two 5-to-6-pound vacuum-sealed bags. Both the box and bag bear "P-403" inside the USDA mark of inspection and "USE OR FREEZE BY 03/16/02." These products were distributed to foodservice distributors in Minnesota.

Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Discovered: On March 14, 2002, the firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that an investigation into a food service customers report of possible contamination was confirmed by the firm's laboratory analysis.

Establishment: West Central Turkey's, Inc. 704 North Broadway Pelican Rapids, MN 56572

Contact: Shelly Kroc, Consumer Affairs, 800-621-3505

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 23,000 pounds

Distribution: Nationwide

Great Brands of Europe, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Le PIM's Soft Biscuits with Fruit Filling

Great Brands of Europe, Inc. is voluntarily recalling all three flavors (Orange, Pear and Raspberry) of its Le PIM’s soft biscuits with fruit filling sold in the United States, because the products may contain undeclared traces of milk protein. Only people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk protein run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. These products were distributed nationwide through retail stores.

The products come in cardboard packaging of 150 g (5.29 oz), in three flavors: Orange, Pear and Raspberry (UPC codes 6-94990-00850-6, 6-94990-00855-1, and 6-94990-08370-1). No other UPC codes are affected by this action.

One allergic reaction to milk protein has been reported. This voluntary action was initiated after it was discovered that product containing traces of milk protein was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Great Brands of Europe, Inc. was made aware of the situation after receiving one consumer complaint.

Consumers who have known food allergies to milk protein should not eat this product and are urged to return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. These products are safe for consumption by all other consumers. Should consumers have questions regarding this matter they should call Great Brands of Europe’s consumer line at 1-800-322-4619.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 23

PRODUCT Shui Kou brand Bean Sauce in glass jars, net wt. 350 grams (12.33 oz.); Shui Kou brand Bean Sauce (with chilli0 in glass jars, net wt. 350 grams (12.33 oz.). The bar code on the products is barcode # 6 922007 197023.

CODE Products are not coded.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Jin Hua International Trading Inc., Brooklyn, NY

Manufacturer: Lorin International (HK) Co., San Po Kong, Kowloon. State initiated recall is complete.

REASON The products were held in leaking containers.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE A total of 307 cases (36 jars per case).

DISTRIBUTION NY, OH and MI.

Product: Mild Smoked Sausage

Codes: Produced on March 11, 2002. The products subject to recall are:

Institutional: 10 lb. cases of "DD RANCH Hickory Smoked Country Made Sausage," which bear the case code "070," and the establishment code "EST. 13211" located inside the USDA mark of inspection

Retails: 1-1.5 lb. packages of "DD RANCH Hickory Smoked Country Made Sausage," which bear the sell-by date "SELL BY MAY 11 02" and the establishment code "EST. 13211" located inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem: The products may be contaminated with Salmonella Sp.

Discovered: A microbiological sample was collected by the FSIS on 03-11-2002, reported positive results for Salmonella Sp. on 03-18-2002.

Establishment: Double D Meat Company Inc. 11518 HWY 21 S Bogalusa, LA 70427

Contact: Mike Stogner, Vice-President, 985-735-6581

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 14,100 pounds

Distribution: Louisiana and Mississippi

Klein's Naturals Fruity Deluxe Dried Fruit Mix Recalled Due to Undeclared Sulfites

Klein's Naturals Ltd, located at 4702 2nd Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232, is recalling 8 oz. packages of Klein's Naturals Fruity Deluxe dried fruit mix, because the product contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The Klein's Naturals Fruity Deluxe is distributed in a tampered proof sealed 8 oz clear plastic container. Product was distributed in the New York and New Jersey.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered through routine sampling by NYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets Food Inspectors that the product containing sulfites, was distributed in packaging that did not declare the presence of sulfites. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the Fruity Deluxe revealed that it contained 54.5 milligrams per serving.

Establishments and consumers who have purchased the 8 oz packaging of Klein's Naturals Fruity Deluxe can return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with question may contact the company at 718-499-4299.

Patterson Frozen Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Frozen "Best Yet Brand Stir-Fry Vegetables with Noodles"

Patterson Frozen Foods of Patterson, California is recalling 3360 bags of frozen “Best Yet Stir-Fry Vegetables with Noodles”, because the noodles contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recalled frozen “Best Yet Stir-Fry Vegetables with Noodles” were distributed in areas of California, Utah, Nevada and Idaho where it is sold in retail stores.

The frozen “Best Yet Stir-Fry Vegetables with Noodles” are in a multi-color 16 ounce plastic bag. The bag is about 11-1/2” long x 6-1/2” wide. The code P24A2A or P24A2B will be stamped on the back of bag. The “Best Yet” brand seal is on the front along with a picture.

The label was not flagged as a label requiring a noodle without egg during the screening done prior to the first production run. A review of labels revealed the problem prior to subsequent production runs.

Consumers can return the frozen“ Best Yet Stir-Fry Vegetables with Noodles” for a full refund at the store where it was purchased. Consumers with questions may contact the “Best Yet” representative at 1-888-692-3781. This phone number is on the back of bags.

Ahava Food Corp. Recalls "Zuriel/Golan" Brand Cheeses From Israel

Ahava Food Corp. recalls "Zuriel/Golan" brand cheeses from Israel with a sell by of 3/25/02 or later.

The following is a list of the items:

Brand	Item	Packaging	Size
Zuriel/Golan	Halomy Cheese	Retail plastic vacuum bag w/ label	7oz
Zuriel/Golan	Olive 5% Cream Cheese	Retail plastic cup with lid	9.5oz
Zuriel/Golan	Bulgarian Cheese	Retail plastic cup with lid	7oz
Zuriel/Golan	Goat Feta Spread	Retail plastic cup with lid	7oz
Zuriel/Golan	Onion ½ % Cream Cheese	Retail plastic cup with lid	9.5oz
Zuriel/Golan	Fermier Cheese	Paper Wrapped w/ label	6.4oz
Zuriel/Golan	Bery Cheese	Paper Wrapped w/ label	6.4oz
Zuriel/Golan	Camembert Cheese	Paper Wrapped w/ label	8oz
Zuriel/Golan	Fomme de Provence Cheese	Paper Wrapped w/ label	6.4oz
Zuriel/Golan	Bucheron Cheese	Paper Wrapped w/ label	6.4oz
Zuriel/Golan	Olive ½ % Cream Cheese	Retail plastic cup with lid	9.5oz

Recent tests show that the above items have 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 system. Although healthy individuals my 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 woman. The recalled above products were distributed to kosher only retail stores located in Detroit, Michigan; Chicago, Illinois; Miami, Florida; Columbus, Ohio; New York, and New Jersey.

The potential of contamination was noted after routine testing by the F.D.A. revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in several of the above items. The importation of this product has been suspended while F.D.A. and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem. Customers who have purchased the above items are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-243-0400.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 30

Born Free Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Freida's Kitchen Chocolate Chip Cookies

Born Free Foods, Inc. of Hauppauge, NY is recalling its 12 ounce packages of Freida's Kitchen Chocolate Chip Cookies because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Freida's Kitchen Chocolate Chip Cookies were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders. The product comes in a 12 ounce, clear plastic package marked with lot #52602 on the side. The recall was initiated after it was discovered by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets inspectors through routine sampling that the peanut-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanuts. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging business. Production of the product has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased 12 ounce packages of Freida's Kitchen Chocolate Chip Cookies are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (631) 234-5200.

PRODUCT Guida's 1% Lowfat Milk, packaged in a) 1-gallon plastic containers; b) Half-pint wax paper containers. Labeled in part: Guida's pasteurized homogenized vitamin a & d 1%.

CODE Code (expiration Date) Time Code

a) Dec. 9, 2001 8:00 AM to 9:40 AM

b) Dec. 8, 2001 no time code.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Guida-Seibert Dairy Company, New Britain, CT

REASON Milk may contain undeclared egg yolks.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,000 Gallons and 39,750 1/2 pints.

DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CT, RI and MA.

PRODUCT Product consists of cookies packaged in a clear plastic clamshell containing twelve (12) cookies, net weight of 12oz. Label

ssaucedo@reads in part: "BROWN'S Sugarless Bakery FRUIT JUICE SWEETENED ***

Oatmeal Spice Cookie ***INGREDIENTS: Whole Wheat Flour, Oats, Raisins, Fructose, Fruit Juice Concentrate, Margarine, Flour

(White, Enriched, Unbleached), Spices, Baking Soda, Salt.***".

CODE The 12 oz clamshell packages do not contain a code. However, the manufacturer recommends to the distributer a 7 day shelf life

from the date of receipt at the retailer. The retailer decides whether to put a date on the cookies. All cookies manufactured and distributed prior to 1/4/02 are subject to this recall.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Olson Baking Company Lynnwood, WA

REASON Product contains undeclared egg.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 6082 - 12 oz packages.

DISTRIBUTION TX, FL, IL, DE, NJ, PA, MD, CA, OR, WA, ID and MT.

PRODUCT a) Robert’s American Gourmet Pirate’s Booty with Aged White Cheddar, Puffed Rice and Corn!, net wt. 4 oz. (112 g).

Pirate's Booty: barcode # 15665 60100 Ingredients: Rice, Corn Meal, Canola Oil, Aged Cheddar Cheese, (No Fat Milk, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Enzymes), Whey, and Lowfat Buttermilk. Dist. by Robert’s American Gourmet, Sea Cliff, NY.

b) Robert’s American Gourmet Fruity Booty with Papaya and Mango*, Puffed Rice and Corn!, Net wt. 4 oz. (113 g). *Part of a 10 fruit

blend. Fruity Booty: barcode # 15665 60900 Ingredients: *Organic Rice, Corn, Organic Soy Flour, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, (Whole Food Concentrates), Papaya, Mango, Orange, Cherry, Raspberry, Blackberry, Strawberry, Pineapple, Grape, Apple, Pectin, and Sea Salt.

Created and Distributed by Robert’s American Gourmet, Sea Cliff, NY.

c) Robert’s American Gourmet Veggie Booty with concentrated Spinach & Kale, Puffed Rice and Corn!, Net wt. 4 oz. (113 g). Ingredients: *Organic Rice, Corn, Organic Soybean Flour, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, (Whole Food Concentrates) Spinach, Kale, Cabbage, Carrot, Broccoli, Green Tea, Parsley, and Sea Salt. Veggie Booty: barcode # 15665 60915. Created and Distributed by Robert’s American Gourmet, Roslyn Heights, NY.

CODE Sell by Dates: all products before "June 11, 02".

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Robert’s American Gourmet Foods, Inc., Sea Cliff, NY

Manufacturer: Keystone Foods Easton, PA.

REASON The products' nutrition facts panel contained incorrect values.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCEa) Pirate’s Booty: 2000/4 oz. bags; b) Fruity Booty: 100/4 oz. bags; c) Veggie Booty: 100/4 oz. Bags.

DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and Canada.

Quaker Oats Recalling Apple Cinnamon Quakes Crispy Mini Rice Snacks

Quaker Oats is voluntarily recalling Apple Cinnamon Quakes crispy mini rice snacks. The recall is focused on approximately 50 cases to 100 cases of the rice snacks, which may contain a dairy-based seasoning. While no illnesses have been reported, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The product is packaged in 3.52-ounce bags with the "Best Before" date of AUG1202 CZ1XX (note: the XX can denote 01 to and including 07). Quaker has notified retail customers to remove the product from store shelves. The Company also has notified the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of the recall. No other Quakes rice snacks products are affected.

Consumers with this product should return it for a full refund to the retail outlet where it was purchased. Consumers seeking more information can call Quaker Consumer Response at 1-800-856-5781.