APRIL 2003
WEEK ENDING APRIL 5
J.V. Trading Glendale Ltd. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Hot Sauce
J.V.
TRADING GLENDALE LTD., 385 W. John St., Hicksville, NY 11801 is recalling jars
of HOT SAUCE because they contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an
allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
HOT
SAUCE was distributed nation-wide through retail stores and wholesale
distributors. HOT SAUCE is packaged in 280-gr. glass jars with gold and red
labeling, all Chinese writing with red metal screw cap. There is no apparent
code on the jars.
Consumers
who have purchased the HOT SAUCE are urged to return it to J.V. TRADING
GLENDALE LTD. at the above address for a full refund. Consumers with questions
may contact the company at (516) 942-9308.
Macknight Smoked Foods Recalls Long Sliced Smoked Salmon Because of Possible Health Risk
MacKnight
Smoked Foods of New Britain, PA is recalling 845 pounds of Long Sliced Smoked
Salmon and 144 pounds of Long Sliced Smoked Trout 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 Long Sliced Smoked Salmon was distributed to MO, NJ, TX, NM, KS, GA,
LA, and CO, through in retail stores. The recalled Smoked Trout was distributed
in NJ through retail stores.
The
Long Sliced Smoked Salmon product comes packaged in 4, 8, and 16 oz vacuum
packages under the brand names “MacKnight Traditional, Rice Epicurean, and
Cromarty’s”. The affected product bears the following batch codes on the back
label just above the UPC symbol: 1248, 1249, 1258, 1259, 1266, 1269, 1270, and
1271. The recalled smoked trout comes in 4 oz vacuum packages under the brand
name Cromarty’s. The batch codes for the Smoked Trout are 1263 and 1265. The
recall is limited to Long Sliced Salmon and Trout only produced in New Britain,
PA, as designated on the label on the back of the package. Long Sliced Smoked
Salmon and Trout produced at other Macknight facilities are not affected.
Customers
who have purchased 4, 8, or 16 oz packages of Long Sliced Smoked Salmon or 4 oz
packages of Long Sliced Smoked Trout matching the description above are urged
to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with
questions may contact the company at 215-230-8650.
Product(s)
Recalled: La Sierra Authentica Cocina Mexicana Refried Beans with Chorizo
Production
Dates/Identifying Codes:All production dates involved.
Problem/Reason
for Recall:A
term representing meat (chorizo) is used in the product name on the label
without appropriate qualification and a meat food product (chorizo) is featured
prominently in the vignette on the product label. That makes the product
amenable to USDA jurisdiction. The chorizo (sausage) added to this product was
prepared at a Mexican establishment, TIF 298, that is not authorized to export
to the United States.
Quantity
Recalled: Undetermined
Distribution: Nationwide
Product(s) Recalled: "GoodSource"
Turkey Breakfast Patties
Production
Dates/Identifying Codes:Produced on March 20, 2003. The products being recalled are packages of
"GoodSource Pre-Cooked Turkey Breakfast Patties, Caramel Color Added"
bearing a product code of "1460-1030" and an establishment code of "P2260T"
inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each case also bears one of the following
date codes:
Problem/Reason for Recall:The product contains wheat
flour (an allergen) that is not declared in the ingredients statement on the
product label.
How/When Discovered:The firm discovered the
problem through its Quality Control process.
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 10,400 pounds
Distribution: California, Florida, South
Carolina, and Texas
PRODUCT Asian Boy (EM BE QUE) brand
Frozen Steamed Mackerel (CA BAC MA HAP), Net Weight: WEIGHT TO BE SOLD, KEEP
FROZEN UNDER - 18 C (0 F). Product of Vietnam. Barcode #935026 010899..
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: BCN Trading Inc., Brooklyn,
NY,
Manufacturer: Seafood Joint Stock Company
No. 4 (Seapriexco No. 4), Ho Chi Minh City, SR Vietnam.
REASON
Uneviscerated
processed fish.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 45 cases (50 packages per case).
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CT, MA, PA,VA, MD, and FL.
PRODUCT Golden Boy Frozen Cooked Mackerel Fish (CA BAC MA HAP), Packed
for L.H.F. Trading Co. USA, Product of Vietnam, UPC 88183-06017 - three fish in
basket; UPC 88183-06008 - two fish in basket.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Lien Hoa Food Corp., Chicago, IL,
REASON Uneviscerated processed fish.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 50 cases.
DISTRIBUTION IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI, NY.
PRODUCT Goldup brand Aam Papad Dry Mango Slices, wt. 150 gms./5.25 ozs.
Product of India. Product is packed in flexible plastic bags.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pexco, Inc., Maspeth, NY,
REASON
The product
contained undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 120 units.
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CT, MD.
PRODUCT Kirsch (TM) Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Net wt. 3 oz. (84 g). packaged
in rigid plastic containers. Ingredients: Sun Dried Tomatoes. Barcode # 72291
18000.
CODE "Best if Used By Nov 1 2001".
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kirsch Mushroom Co., Inc., Bronx, NY,
REASON
The product
contained undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 783 - 3 oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.
PRODUCT
a) Farm Raised Salmon Pinwheel Lobster Stuffing.
b) Ready to Eat Lobster Stuffing
CODE
Pack Dates
January 7 through January 16..
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ocean King Enterprises, Inc., Folcroft, PA,
REASON
The
products contain undeclared ingredients, including soy protein and
subingredients of mayonnaise.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1000 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION PA, NJ, CT, DE, MA, NY, and RI.
PRODUCT
a) Farm Raised Salmon Pinwheel Shrimp Florentine Stuffing.
b) Ready to Eat Shrimp Florentine Stuffing.
CODE Pack Dates January 7 through January 16..
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ocean King Enterprises, Inc., Folcroft, PA
REASON
The
products contain undeclared ingredients, including the subingredients of
mayonnaise.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1000 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION PA, NJ, CT, DE, MA, NY, and RI.
PRODUCT Cookies, biscotti, and cinnamon rolls. Cookies are sold in
individual polypropylene bags shipped in either 12, 20, or 24 cookies/bag. The
cookies come in a gift box, tin, or glass jar. No labels.
Cookies include:
a) Chocolate Chip.
b)
Bigfoot.
c) Oatmeal raisin.
d) Peanut Butter.
e) Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip.
f) Snickerdoodle.
g)
Java Jumble.
h) Cadillac.
i) Ginger.
j) Biscotti.
k) Cinnamon Rolls.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Brookies Cookies, Bigfork, MT
REASON
The
products do not bear necessary ingredient statements and contain allergens such
as eggs, milk, peanuts, tree nuts and wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 212 cookies.
DISTRIBUTION MT.
PRODUCT 3- gallon containers of ice cream labeled as follows: "TODAY**TODAYS FROZEN DESERTS
INC. 3 GAL.,
There is also a handwritten flavor or style name on the container. Flavors may
include:Premium Vanilla Mix, Premium Chocolate Mix, Banana Nut, Black Cherry,
Bubblegum, Butter Pecan, Cappuchino Flake, Chocolate, Chocolate Flake,
Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl, Chunky Monkey, Cinnamon, Coconut, Coffee, Cookie
Do, Cookies N Cream, Dulce de Leche, Egg Nog, French Vanilla, Grapenut,
Grapenut Special, Heath Bar, Kaluha Almond Fudge, Kola Champagne, Mango, Maple
Walnut, Mint Flake, Mudd Pie, New York Cherry, Orange Pineapple, Peanut Butter
Fudge, Pina Colada, Pistachio, Pistachio Grapenut, Praline, Rocky Road, Rum
Nut, Rum Raisin, Snickers, Sour Sop (Guanabana), Strawberry Cheesecake, Stout,
Strawberry, Vanilla Bean, Vanilla Black Cherry, Vanilla Brownie Fudge, Vanilla
Flake, and Vanilla Fudge.
CODE
All
products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Today's Frozen Desserts, Inc., Miami, FL,
REASON
The
products do not bear required ingredient statements and contain ingredients
such as peanuts, tree nuts, and FD&C Yellow No.5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 5000 3 gallons.
DISTRIBUTION FL.
PRODUCT Diamond Bakery brand Baklava 12 oz. and 27 oz. packages. The
baklava is in paper cups, packaged in a tin foil tray with a plastic covering,
and shrink wrapped.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Diamond Bakery, Burlingame, CA,
REASON
The product
contained undeclared Acid Brilliant Green BS (nonpermitted color) and
Tartrazine (certifiable as FD&C Yellow No 5.)
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 35.
DISTRIBUTION CA.
PRODUCT
a) Milk chocolate topped sugar cookies packaged in clear cellophane
b) Dark chocolate topped sugar cookies packaged in clear cellophane, 72
cookies/case.
c) Milk chocolate candy (bars, stars, coins, CDs, etc),packaged in a variety of
packages depending on product, foil, plastic case, cellophane, plastic bag. The
amount of product/case is dependant on the product: anywhere from 48 pieces to
600 pieces per case.
d) Sailboat shape white/dark chocolate, packaged in plastic 40 /case.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Totally Chocolate, Blaine, WA.
REASON Products do not bear any ingredient statement and contain
allergenic ingredients.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 507 cases.
DISTRIBUTION To be determined.
PRODUCT
a) Ready to Eat Crab Stuffing.
b) Farm Raised Salmon Pinwheel Crab Stuffing.
c) Farm Raised Salmon Pinwheel Crab Florentine Stuffing.
d) Ready to Eat Crab Florentine Stuffing.
CODE Pack Dates January 7 through January 16.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Ocean King Enterprises, Inc., Folcroft, PA,
REASON The products do not bear complete ingredient statements.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1000 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION PA, NJ, CT, DE, MA, NY, and RI.
Product(s) Recalled: La Sierra Authentica Cocina
Mexicana Charro Beans in 14.1ounce cans
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: All production dates
involved
Problem/Reason for Recall: The meat product originated
from an establishment that is not listed to export to the U.S.
Quantity Recalled: Undetermined
Distribution: Nationwide
Direct
Notification Means: The firm has notified its customers orally and in writing.
Product(s)
Recalled: La Sierra Authentica Cocina Mexicana Charro Beans in 14.1ounce cans
Production
Dates/Identifying Codes:All production dates involved
Problem/Reason
for Recall: The
meat product originated from an establishment that is not listed to export to
the U.S.
Quantity
Recalled: Undetermined
Distribution: Nationwide
Sincere Trading Co., Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on
Undeclared Sulfites in "Dragon Sweetened Coconut"
Sincere
Trading Co., Inc., Brooklyn, N.Y. is recalling its 7 oz packages of
"dragon sweetened coconut" because they may contain undeclared
sulfites. People who have severe sensitivities to sulfites run the risk of
serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The
recalled "dragon sweetened coconut" was distributed nationwide to
retail stores. The product comes in a 7 ounce sealed foil package, it is a
product of Vietnam
Consumers
who have purchased "dragon sweetened coconut " are urged to return
them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may
contact the company at 718-628-6600..
State Agriculture Commissioner Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Macaroons
Agriculture
Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned consumers to avoid eating
"Besitos De Coco (Macaroons) Capellan" due to an undeclared milk
protein, an allergen to milk sensitive consumers.
The product is packaged in a 7.5 oz. (213g) plastic tray with UPC number 7
25793 10002 6. "Besitos De Coco (Macaroons) Capellan" was distributed
to retail stores in New York and New Jersey. It was manufactured by Siboney
Bakery, Inc., 5009 Grand Avenue, North Bergen, New Jersey 07047.
Consumers that have "Besitos De Coco (Macaroon) Capellan" should
not consume the product but return it to the place of purchase.
PRODUCT Sweetened Coconut, Ing sugar coconut, 6 oz packages of dried
coconut pieces, Product of China.
CODE Code No. 30.06.2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Summit Import Corp., Jersey City, NJ,.
REASON The product contains undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 20 cases x 50/6 oz packages. Approximately
1000 packages.
DISTRIBUTION CT, IL, MA, MD, NY, OH, PA, VA, and Washington D.C.
PRODUCT Premium Sara Lee Signature Selections Deep Dish Fruits of the
Forest Pie, Net Wt 40 oz., packaged 6/9-inch pies per case in cases labeled
Premium Sara Lee Signature Selections Caramel Applenut Pie, frozen for later
baking.
CODE 06032242XX (xx=hour of the day which range from 00-23).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sara Lee Bakery Group, Inc., St. Louis, MO,
REASON
Caramel
Applenut Pie containing walnuts was packaged in Fruits of the Forest Pie
cartons that do not list walnuts as an ingredient.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 6,327/6-pie cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Sun-dried tomatoes, net. Wt 3 oz. packed in plastic clam shell
container and 5 lb plastic bags.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc., South Hackensack,
NJ,
REASON The sun-dried tomatoes contain undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1142 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION CT, NY, NJ, PA, RI and MA.
PRODUCT Ruggles brand Vanilla Ice Cream, No Sugar Added, Reduced Fat,
packaged in half-gallon cartons.
CODE The retail containers are coded: "336 2".
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Smith Dairy Products, Co., Orrville, OH,
REASON
The cartons
actually contain Butter Pecan Ice Cream and pecans are not declared on the
label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,248 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION OH, KY, IN, PA, and WV.
PRODUCT
Mini-cup
gel candies containing konjac sold under three brands - Grand Western, My Love,
and Hocean.
Flavors are as follows:
a) Lychee.
b) Longan.
c) Taro.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Grand Western (USA) Trading,
Inc., Commerce, CA,
Manufacturer: Jojomo Enterprise Co. LTD,
Hua-Tan Hsiang, Chang-Hua Twiw. FDA initiated recall is complete.
REASON This type of candy is in violation of section 402 (a) (3) of the
Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the
characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 226 cases.
DISTRIBUTION CA and TX.
PRODUCT
a) Lisy Mini-Jelly candies, all flavors, sealed in clear plastic bags, 6 sealed
cups per bag.
b)
Lisy dulcecitos assorted candies, 1.50 oz bag. The bag may contain one or two
minigel cups (konjac) of "ABC Mini-Fruit Bites" per bag along with
other assorted candies.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Lisy Corp., Miami, FL,
REASON
This type
of candy is in violation of section 402 (a) (3) of the Federal Food, Drug and
Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the characteristics that
result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE a) 1,323 cases of 72 packs/6 candies each;
b) 1,000 cases of the assorted dulcecitos product.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT 12 and 24 count cartons of Mug Root Beer containing 12 oz. cans.
Some cartons contained cans labeled as Diet Mug Root Beer that were filled with
regular Mug Root Beer.
CODE XXXXMC02043 1 Expiration: AUG 11 03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc., Somers, NY,
REASON
Some cans
labeled as Died Mug Root Beer actually contained regular Mug Root Beer.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 8,592 cases.
DISTRIBUTION MN and WI.
PRODUCT Wrap Arounds brand Spinach Tortilla, extra large in plastic
bags, 19.26 oz. net wt.
CODE UPC CODE # 78858-02261, Lot #'s SELL BY 363 01-31-03; 003 02-05-03;
007 02-09-03; 009 02-11-03; 016 21-18-03; 026 02-28-03;
027
03-01-03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER La Tortilla Factory, Inc., Santa Rosa, CA,
REASON
The product
contains undeclared colors, FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Blue No. 1, and
FD&C Red No. 40.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,527 units.
DISTRIBUTION CA.
PRODUCT
a) Nestle Brand Cracker -- Ricas Galletas Finas Saladas, net. Wt. 240gm.
b) Nestle Brand Cookies -- Galletas DeCoco, net wt. 450gm.
CODE
a) Lot # FAB20JUN2002C EXPDIC2002 Exp. 12/2002;
b) Lot # 21-06-2002-3 Exp. 4/2003.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Triunfo Import & Export Corp., Newark, NJ,
REASON The products do not bear English labeling and contain ingredients
such as wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE a) 87 cases x 24 boxes; b) 99 cases x 40
boxes.
DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.
PRODUCT Captain's Catch Crab Meat, 16 oz (454 g) can. Hand picked and
pasteurized. Product of Vietnam.
CODE Can Codes: 2291E1, 2273K1, 2276B1, 2269K1. Additional lot: 2299E1.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Seawise Inc., Portsmouth, NH,
REASON
Crab meat
is contaminated with chloramphenicol.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 90
cases (12 cans/cs).
DISTRIBUTION FL, MA, NJ, NY, PA, and VA.
Baltic
Star Food Production, 87-18 112th Street, Richmond Hill, New York 11418 is recalling 25
packages of uneviscerated processed fish. The product, OPRA BREAM (Dried Fish),
a.k.a. "Leshch", was discovered by NYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets
Food Inspectors during a routine inspection at a retail market in Richmond
Hill, New York. Samples analyzed confirmed that the fish had not been
eviscerated prior to processing.
This
product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which
can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-borne illness.
OPRA
BREAM (Dried Fish), a.k.a. "Leshch", is packaged in plastic bags, of
various weights of about half a pound. The recalled product was sold in the
Richmond Hill area of Queens.
Consumers
who have OPRA BREAM (Dried Fish) are advised not to eat it.
Consumers
with questions should contact Baltic Star Food Production at (718) 846-9094.
Easy-Bake Issues Allergy Alert and Recall of Bake 'N Design Cookie Sets Due to Undeclared Peanuts and Milk Proteins
EASY-BAKE
is voluntarily recalling approximately 155,000 of its EASY-BAKE BAKE ‘N DESIGN
COOKIE SETS, product nos. 60813/60821 and 60814/60821, because the white cookie
mix included in the sets contains milk proteins and may contain peanuts, both
of which were not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe
sensitivity to milk proteins or peanuts run the risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The
EASY-BAKE BAKE ‘N DESIGN COOKIE SET was sold in a purple and pink box with the
EASY-BAKE logo on the outside and included a white cookie mix, icing mix, two
food decorating pens and four cookie cutters. The product no. 60813/60821 or
60814/60821 is featured on the lower right corner of the packages front panel.
The sets were sold in the U.S. at major toy stores and mass merchandise outlets
nationwide beginning in November 2001 and cost approximately $6.99.
No
other EASY-BAKE products or mixes are affected by this recall.
Consumers
who have purchased these products should not use them. Consumers should call
800-327-8264 or go to www.easybake.com for information on how to return these
products for a replacement item of comparable value.
EASY-BAKE
is a brand of Hasbro, Inc.
Indumar Seafood Corp. Recalls Caribe Brand Fresh Crab Meat Because of Possible Health Risk
Indumar
Seafood Corp. of Weston Florida is recalling its 16 oz. Plastic containers of
Caribe Brand Fresh Crab Claw Meat, Product of Venezuela, 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.
Caribe
brand Fresh Crab Meat affected was distributed in Georgia, Texas, Pennsylvania,
Maryland, and New York through retail outlets.
Caribe brand Fresh Crab Meat is packed in clear plastic 16-oz. containers with blue printing. The container has no code numbers or expiration dates. The "Claw" box is checked (X), indicating claw meat only.
Consumers
who have purchased 16 oz. Caribe brand crab meat (claw) between March 18, 2003
and April 10, 2003 may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-INDUMAR
Mother's Kitchen, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Certain Cheesecake Variety Packs
Mother's
Kitchen, Inc., of Burlington, New Jersey is recalling all of its 50-oz. variety
pack cheesecakes bearing UPC code 24916-98686 AND code date 02331 because those
variety packs may contain undeclared almonds. People who have an allergy or
severe sensitivity to almonds or nuts run the risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The
recalled 50-oz. variety pack cheesecakes were distributed in the eastern half
of the United States in retail stores. The product comes in a 50-oz. cardboard
box. The boxes in question are marked with UPC code 24916-98686 appearing below
the barcode and have the code date 02331 embossed on the same panel. The boxes
have a brown banner in the upper left corner that reads "Restaurant
Quality" and has a picture of three flavors of cheesecake (Classic, Fudge
Swirl, and Strawberry Swirl). This box does not indicate that the product
contains almonds. Some boxes may actually contain a fourth flavor of
cheesecakes (Almond Amaretto cheesecake) that is topped with sliced almonds.
The
recall was initiated after Mother's Kitchen learned that some of its 4-flavor
variety pack cheesecakes were inadvertently shipped in boxes that did not
reveal the presence of almonds. Subsequent investigation indicates that the
problem was caused by a packaging malfunction. The problem is limited to the boxes
described above.
Customers who have purchased 50-oz. variety pack
cheesecakes packed in the boxes in question are urged to return them to the
place of purchase for a full refund. Customers with questions may contact the
company at (800) 566-8437, ext. 54.
Rhee Bros., Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk
in 'Chambel' Brand 'Korean Cookies'
RHEE
BROS., INC. of Columbia, MD is recalling its 6.34-ounce packages of 'Chamdel' brand
'Korean Cookies' because they may contain undeclared milk protein. People who
have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic
reaction if they consume these products.
The
recalled 'Chamdel' brand 'Korean Cookies' was distributed in retail stores on
the East Coast. The product comes in 6.34-ounce packages labeled as 'Chamdel'
and 'Korean Cookies'. The code on the package is 09762K.
Consumers who have purchased 6.34-ounce packages of
'Chamdel' brand 'Korean Cookies' are urged to return them to the place of
purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at
1-410-381-9000.
Swatt Baking Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Salt Rising Bread
Swatt
Baking Company of Olean, New York, is recalling 16-oz. loaves of Salt Rising
Bread because it may contain undeclared milk protein. People who have allergies
to milk protein may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic
reaction if they consume this product.
The
recalled 16-oz. loaves of Salt Rising Bread, coded sell by 12-18 (2002), were
sold through retail stores and direct delivery in Western New York and
Northwest Pennsylvania.
The
recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of
Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors revealed the presence of undeclared
milk protein in Salt Rising Bread in packages which did not declare a milk
ingredient on the label. Subsequent investigation revealed a printing error on
the package.
Consumers who have purchased Salt Rising Bread should return it to the place of purchase.
King Richard's Snacks, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on "King Richard Walnut Pound Cake" Because of Undeclared Milk Protein
King
Richard's Snacks, Inc., Mount Vernon, NY is recalling its 5 ounce packages of
"King Richard Walnut Pound Cake" because it may contain undeclared
milk protein. People who have allergies to milk protein run the risk of serious
or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The
recalled "King Richard Walnut Pound Cake" was distributed to retail
stores in New York State. This product comes in an uncoded 5-ounce cellophane
package marked with CT License #8595. Distribution of this product has been
suspended until new labels are issued stating the proper ingredients.
Consumers
who have purchased 5-ounce packages of "King Richard Walnut Pound
Cake" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-914-668-9233.
Perry Food Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Protein in Blueberry Strudel Bites
Perry
Food Market of Perry, N.Y., is recalling its 12 count packages of Blueberry
Strudel Bites because the product may contain undeclared milk protein. People
who have allergies to milk protein run the risk of serious or life threatening
allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The
recalled Blueberry Strudel Bites are packaged in a 12 count plastic package
with code 008821 March 27.
The
recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk protein containing
product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk
protein. Production of the Blueberry Strudel Bites has been suspended until the
company is certain that the labeling error has been corrected.
Customers
who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the place of purchase
for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at
585-237-2910.
Product(s)
Recalled: Ready-To-Eat Pork and Beef Barbecue with Sauce
Production
Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced from January 2, 2003, through April 14, 2003. The products
being recalled are:
5
pound packages of "Whitts Barbecue" Pork Barbecue with Sauce Pit
Cooked over Hickory Coals and
5
pound packages of "Whitts Barbecue" Beef Barbecue with Sauce Pit
Cooked over Hickory Coals.
Each
package bears a date code between "1-2" and "4-14." The
establishment number "7302" appears inside the USDA mark of
inspection.
Problem/Reason
for Recall: The
products contain whey protein (an allergen) that is not declared in the
ingredients statement on the product label.
How/When
Discovered: On
April 14, 2003, while performing routine inspection activities the IIC noticed
that the margarine being used in the sauce contained whey protein.
Quantity
Recalled: Approximately 16,000 pounds
Distribution: Tennessee
Product(s) Recalled: "BALATON HUNGARIAN &
EUROPEAN FOODS, INC, PORK and VEAL BOLOGNA"
Production Dates/Identifying Codes:Produced on April 10, 2003. The
products subject to recall are approximately 1-lb. chubs of "BALATON
HUNGARIAN & EUROPEAN FOODS, INC, BOLOGNA." and 1-lb. cryovac packages
of "BALATON HUNGARIAN & EUROPEAN FOODS, INC, VEAL BOLOGNA." Each
package bears the establishment number "21694" inside the USDA mark
of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall:Products may be contaminated
with Listeria monocytogenes.
Consumer Contact:George Mitelman, President,
718-375-2958
Media Contact:George Mitelman, President,
718-375-2958
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 330 pounds
Distribution: To retail stores in
Brooklyn, New York
Product(s) Recalled: "Sausage Shop"
Beef Hot Links Smoked Sausage
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced from January 8, 2003,
through April 22, 2003. The products being recalled are 1lb. vacuum sealed
packages of "Sausage Shop, Papa Cantella's Fully Cooked, Beef Hot Links,
Smoked Sausage, Made in California." Each package bears a packaging code
numbered between "0108" and "0422." The establishment
number "6016" appears inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product is mislabeled.
How/When Discovered: On April 22, 2003, in
response to a complaint from a customer, plant management and the Quality Control
Department conducted an investigation which revealed that the ingredients
statement on the label for "Sausage Shop, Papa Cantella’s, Fully Cooked,
Beef Hot Links, Smoked Sausage, Made in California was incorrect. The
ingredients statement on the label identifies the beef sausage as being made
with chicken, turkey, and other ingredients.
Consumer Contact: Tony Cantella, Vice
President, 800-727-2676
Media Contact: Tony Cantella, Vice
President, 800-727-2676
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 6,570 pounds
Distribution: California and Nevada
Product(s) Recalled: Fresh Ground Beef
Production
Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced on April 22, 2003. The products subject to recall are 50 to 60
lb. boxes of “UMPQUA INDIAN FOODS, GROUND BEEF.” Each box may contain up
to eight 5-lb. chubs. Each box bears the date code “L42203” as well as
the establishment number “EST. 20984” inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be
contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7.
How/When Discovered: A routine microbiological
sample was collected by FSIS on April 22, 2003. It was reported positive
for E. coli O157:H7 on April 27, 2003.
Consumer Contact: Dania Wheatley, General
Manager, 866-766-4372
Media Contact: Ron Doan, Director of
Operations, 541-677-5569
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 180 pounds
Distribution: To a casino in Canyonville,
Oregon.
PRODUCT
Enfamil
EnfaCare LIPIL powdered infant formula.
CODE Lot BMR01. Exp. 1 JAN 04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bristol Myers Squibb Company, Evansville,
IN,
REASON
Enterobacter
sakazakii contamination.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 505 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.