AUGUST 2003

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 2

 

Eagle Distributors Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Viola-Filled Chocolates"

 

Eagle Distributors Inc., 5632 North Northwest Highway, Chicago IL 60646 is recalling "Viola Filled Chocolates" because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

 

The recalled "Viola Filled Chocolates," packaged in 8 oz. clear plastic bags with UPC Code 7485432033, were sold nationwide. They are a product of Poland.

 

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

 

Consumers who have purchased "Viola Filled Chocolates" are urged to return them to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-773-775-5777.

 

Eastwell Trading Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Dried Fruit Candy-Sweet Potato

 

Eastwell Trading Corp. is recalling Dried Fruit Candy-Sweet Potato because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People with severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

 

The recalled Dried Fruit Candy-Sweet Potato is packaged in 6 ounce clear plastic bags with UPC #6911749383313. The product was sold nationwide.

 

Consumers who have purchased Dried Fruit State-Sweet Potato should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-714-5689.

 

Flowers Foods Issues Voluntary Recall On Broad Street Bakery, Cobblestone Mill, Country Farms, Flowers, And Winn-Dixie Brand Bakery Items

 

Flowers Foods today announces that, as a precaution, it is voluntarily recalling the products listed below with the following Best By Date Codes: Aug 2nd 155 0227; Aug 3rd 155 0237; Aug 5th 155 0257; Aug 6th 155 0267; and Aug 8th 155 0267 (raisin and banana bread only).

 

Broad Street Bakery Garlic Breadsticks
Broad Street Bakery 16oz Jew Rye Bread
Broad Street Bakery 16oz Pumpernickel Bread
Broad Street Bakery 16oz Sourdough Bread
Cobblestone Mill Garlic Breadsticks
Cobblestone Mill 16oz Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Cobblestone Mill Banana Bread
Cobblestone Mill Jew Rye 16oz Bread
Cobblestone Mill 16oz Pumpernickel Bread
Cobblestone Mill 16 oz Sourdough Bread
Cobblestone Mill 24oz 9 Grain Bread
Cobblestone Mill 24oz Wheatberry Bread
Country Farm Raisin Bread
Flowers 32oz Pumpernickel Bread
Flowers 32oz Sourdough Bread
Flowers 42oz Club White Bread
Flowers 42oz Club Wheat Bread
Flowers 6" Hot Dog Buns
Winn Dixie Raisin Bread

 

These products, in packages with the codes noted, may contain small pieces of metal mesh screen.

 

The affected product is limited to the following states -- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia -- as well as to the following areas: parts of Kentucky, Texas, New Mexico, South Carolina; eastern Oklahoma, extreme southeastern Kansas, southern Missouri, and southern Ohio.

 

Grocers have been advised by Flowers Foods, Inc. to withdraw product for sale and hold it for pickup by the company.

 

Consumers are urged to return the product to the place of purchase for product replacement or refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-660-3590. Caller must enter code 1925# and then extension 294# when prompted.

 

J.V. Trading Glendale Ltd. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Lukai Sweetened Jujube

 

J.V. Trading Glendale Ltd., 385 W. John St., Hicksville, NY 11801 is recalling packages of LUKAI brand SWEETENED JUJUBE because the product contains undeclared sulfites. People who have a severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

 

SWEETENED JUJUBE was distributed nationwide through retail stores and wholesale distributors. SWEETENED JUJUBE is packaged in 235gr. (8.3 oz) sealed plastic bags with red, tan, and yellow labeling, mostly all Chinese writing with a brief product introduction in English on the back of the package. The product code is Q/ CLB03-2001 and can be found on back of package.

 

Consumers who have purchased LUKAI SWEETENED JUJUBE in 235 gr (8.3 oz) plastic packages can 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.

 

Land O'Lakes Voluntarily Recalls Salted Stick Butter

 

Land O'Lakes is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of LAND O LAKES® Salted Stick Butter in one-pound packages. The product may contain small fragments of metal.

 

The product was distributed in: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

 

The product was sold in retail grocery stores between June 11, 2003, and July 26, 2003. The affected product has one of the following production codes listed after the date, which is located above the Nutrition Facts on the packaging:

(date) KE 107P
(date) KE 108P
(date) KE 109P

 

If you have a package of LAND O LAKES® Salted Stick Butter that contains one of these production codes, you are asked to return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.

 

This voluntary recall does not include any other butter products, production codes or any other LAND O LAKES® products.

 

If you have any additional questions about the recall, please call Land O'Lakes toll-free hotline at 1-800-328-4155 to speak to a consumer affairs representative.

 

Schwartz Appetizing Inc. Recalls Schmaltz Herring, Code 08/06, Because of Possible Health Risk

 

SCHWARTZ APPETIZING INC. located at 4824 16th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, is recalling 7 oz. containers of SCHMALTZ HERRING, CODE 08/06, 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 7 oz. containers of SCHMALTZ HERRING were sold to retail customers in Monroe and Brooklyn, New York, and through the firm’s own retail store.

 

The product was sold in plastic containers with a stick-on label bearing code date “08/06” (on the bottom of the container) and UPC number 7 87434 22222 1.

 

Consumers who have purchased SCHMALTZ HERRING, CODE 08/06, are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-718-851-1011.

 

Product(s) Recalled: Head Cheese

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced 5/3/2003 and 6/7/2003. The products being recalled are 4 -8 oz. packages of “APCO brand meats HEAD CHEESE,” bearing the package date “5/05/03” or “6/09/03.” Each package also bears the establishment code “EST. 602” inside the USDA seal of inspection.

Problem/Reason for Recall:The products contain sodium nitrite, but the product label does not list sodium nitrite as an ingredient.

How/When Discovered:The inspector-in-charge (IIC) noticed a mislabeling problem, the label did not include the ingredient sodium nitrite, and notified plant management. Plant management immediately notified their consignees and started the voluntary recall process. The establishment indicated and the IIC confirmed that the sodium nitrite level in the product is within the regulatory requirements.

Federal Establishment: 
San Antonio Packing Company
1922 South Laredo Street
San Antonio, TX 78207

Consumer Contact:Robert Castaneda, Plant Manager, 210-224-5441

Media Contact:Robert Castaneda, Plant Manager, 210-224-5441

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 438 pounds

Distribution: Texas

 

Product(s) Recalled: Old Fashioned Bacon End Slices and Old Fashioned Bacon Seasoning Pieces

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced April 1, 2002 through July 15, 2003. The number 1161 appear in the USDA mark of inspection. All codes are being recalled.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The word “nitrite” was omitted from the ingredient statement. The establishment indicated and the IIC confirmed that the sodium nitrite level in the product is within the regulatory limit.

How/When Discovered: The firm discovered the omission through reviewing labels.

Federal Establishment: 
Burgers' Ozark Country Cured
32819 Highway 87
California, MO 65018

Consumer Contact:Steven Burger, President, (573) 796-3134

Media Contact:Steven Burger, President, (573) 796-3134

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 6,500 pounds

Distribution: The “Old Fashioned Bacon End Slices” were distributed nationally by mail order. The “Old Fashioned Bacon Seasoning Pieces” were distributed to retail stores in Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas.

 

PRODUCT Pasteurized Liquid Whole Eggs, Net Wt. 30 lbs., in boxes with plastic liners.
CODE Lot 1283.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Echo Lake Farm Prod. Co., Inc., Burlington, WI.
REASON The product was contaminated with Salmonella enteritidis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 128/30 lb. and 89/45 lb.
DISTRIBUTION IL.


PRODUCT Fresh Express brand Hearts of Romaine lettuce, Net Wt. 10 oz., packed in plastic bags.
CODE 06 May 03 S111A18B.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Fresh Express Fresh Foods, Salinas, CA.
REASON The product was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,622 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 9            

 

Capricious Cheese Co. Recalls Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk

 

Capricious Cheese Co. of Eureka, CA is recalling 19 wheels of Capricious Washed Curd Cheese because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

 

Eleven wheels of Capricious Cheese were distributed in California, in retail stores in the San Francisco Bay area and, during June, in Farmer's Markets in San Francisco, Davis, and Arcata.

 

Capricious Washed Curd Cheese comes in 7-8 pound wheels. There is an identifying green stamp of 01/28/03 on the side and bottom of the cheese. However, since these wheels were sold in slices, there are no identifying characteristics.

 

Consumers who purchased Capricious Cheese during the month of June are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the owner, Ginger Olsen at (707) 442-3209.

 

Energy Club, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites In Nutty Fruit Mix

 

Energy Club, Inc. of Pacoima, California is recalling its Nutty Fruit Mix product because it may contain undeclared sulfites.

 

Nutty Fruit Mix was distributed nation-wide throughout the continental United States and may have been purchased by consumers in various retail establishments.

 

The product can be identified by its bright yellow and orange header cards with the Energy Club logo visible on the lower portion of the front panel. The header card is attached to a see-through cellophane bag clearly displaying the product.

 

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Nutty Fruit Mix product containing sulfites was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the sulfites. Production has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.

 

Consumers who have purchased Energy Club, Inc. Nutty Fruit Mix are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 818-834-8222.

 

Everlasting Distributors, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Curly Tops

 

Everlasting Distributors, Inc., 15 Pulaski Street, Bayonne, NJ 07002 is recalling 4 oz. boxes of Ricoa Curly Tops Milk Chocolate because they may contain undeclared peanuts.

 

The recalled Ricoa Curly Tops are packaged in a cardboard box with UPC# 480004021116. Curly Tops were sold in New Jersey and New York.

 

Consumers who are allergic to peanuts and have purchased 4 oz. packages of Ricoa Curly Tops Milk Chocolate are urged to return them to the place of purchase.

 

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-888-783-8080.

 

 

Product(s) Recalled: Frozen Ground Beef Products

Production Dates/Identifying Codes:Produced on various days between May 30 and June 11, 2003. The products subject to recall bear the establishment code “EST. 8934” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The products subject to recall are:

"2227725600, DIST. BY: A CUT ABOVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80915, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: BIG SKY MEATS, WEST FARGO, ND 58078, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, Chef’s Classic, Fine Foods, DIST. BY: CHEF’S CLASSIC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55439, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: EAST BAY GOURMET, CHARLESTON, SC, 29418, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Grill Masters, Ashland, TN 37015, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: The Meat Guys, Newport, MN 55055, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: TOWN & COUNTRY, ST. PAUL, MN 55114, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Triple-A-Beef, Dresden, TN, 38225, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MOM’S GOURMET MEATS, Oklahoma City, OK 73115, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: PRAIRIE GOLD FOODS, Minneapolis, MN 55347, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MEGA FOODS, MOUNT MORRIS, MI 48458, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Midwest Made Meat Co., Fargo, ND 58078, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MIDWEST PREMIUM MEAT CO, OMAHA, NE 68137, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: PRAIRIE GOLD FOODS, Minneapolis, MN 55347, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, Chef’s Classic, Fine Foods, DIST. BY: CHEF’S CLASSIC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55439, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: SUNSHINE MEATS, MONROE, LA, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: Steakman.Com, Taylors, SC 29687, Phone: (800) 334-9150, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: PREMIUM QUALITY MEATS, BEAUMONT, TX, 77707, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: BEST CHOICE MEAT CO., FT. WORTH TX 76105, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: R & A Distributing, Aurora, CO 80011, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: LONGHORN SALES, DALLAS, TX 75061,CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: Colorado Choice Distributors Inc., Orlando, FL 32810, 407.679.3188, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00263."

"MIDWEST STEAKHOUSE QUALITY MEATS, PACKED BY: ELLISON MEAT COMPANY, PIPESTONE, MN 56164, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS, HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS, NET. WT. 6 LBS, 2217722441, 00263."

"MIDWEST STEAKHOUSE QUALITY MEATS, PACKED BY: ELLISON MEAT COMPANY, PIPESTONE, MN 56164, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS, HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS, NET. WT. 5 LBS, 2217723340. , 00263."

"QFI, 4x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 4 OZ., NET WT. 10 LBS. 22178-05144, 053003."

"QFI, 4x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 4 OZ., NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-55144, 053003."

"QFI, 4x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 4 OZ. THIN, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-54114, 053003."

"QFI, 6x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 2.67 OZ. NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-54116, 053003."

"QFI, 5x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 3.2 OZ. THIN, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-54115, 053003."

"QFI, 5x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25) 3.2 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22178-54125, 053003."

"QFI, 5x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 3.2 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-04125, 053003."

"QFI, 3x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 5.3 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22178-04123, 053003."

"QFI, 4x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 4 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22178-04124, 053003."

"QFI, 4x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 4 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-54124, 053003."

"QFI, 3x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 5.3 OZ. NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-55113, 053003."

"QFI, 3x1, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 5.3 OZ. NET WT. 10 LBS. 22178-05113, 053003."

"QFI, 3x1, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 5.3 OZ. NET WT. 15 LBS, 97503, 053003."

"QFI, 4x1, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 4 OZ. NET WT. 15 LBS, 97524, 053003."

"QFI, 2x1, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 8 OZ. OVAL, NET WT. 15 LBS, 97502, 053003."

"QFI, 2x1, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 8 OZ. HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 15 LBS, 97512, 053003."

"It’s Burger Time, Homestyle Ground Beef Patties, 5 OZ., NET WT 20 LBS, 1298, 053103."

"QFI, 4x1, BEEF PATTIE, 4 OZ, NET WT. 10 LBS., 11363-61400, 053103."

"QFI, 4x1, BEEF PATTIE, 4 OZ, HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 221775-2524, 053103."

"QFI, 5x1, BEEF PATTIE, 3.2 OZ THIN, NET WT. 10 LBS. 2217752515, 053103."

"QFI, 5x1, BEEF PATTIE, 3.2 OZ, NET WT. 10 LBS. 2217752555, 053103."

"QFI, BEEF PATTIE BLOCKS, 1 LB, NET WT. 10 LBS. 2217752500, 053103."

"Elite STEAKS ‘N’ CHOPS, GOURMET BEEF STEAK BURGERS, 4 PC. - 4 OZ., NET WT. 16 OZ (1 LB.), 2217133423, 00363."

"Elite STEAKS ‘N’ CHOPS, GOURMET BEEF STEAK BURGERS, 16 PC. - 4 OZ., NET WT. 4 LBS., 2217433423, 00363."

"Elite STEAKS ‘N’ CHOPS, GOURMET BEEF STEAK BURGERS, 16 PC. - 5.3 OZ., NET WT. 5.3 LB., 2217533323, 00363."

"COUNTRY KITCHEN, 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, 3 X 1 HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 20 LBS., 523820, 060303."

"It’s Burger Time, HOMESTYLE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, 3.2 oz., NET WT. 10 LBS., 1297, PACKED ON 060303."

"It’s Burger Time, HOMESTYLE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, 5 oz., NE. WT. 20 LBS., 1298, PACKED ON 060303."

"1420, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 2x1, Approx. 20/8 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 15430."

"1430, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 3x1, Approx. 30/5.3 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 15430.

"1114, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Harker’s Tend-R-Swiss, Beef Cubed Steak, Chopped and Formed, 4x1, 40/4 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS., 15430."

"1291, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, 100% Pure Ground Beef Patties, 4 oz., (87/13), (Thin), Approx. 40/4 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS., 15430."

"TEXAS TOM’S RESTAURANTS AND DRIVE THRU, 9464, Beef Patties, 4x1, 80 PCS. 4 OZ., NET WT. 20 LBS., 15430."

"1471, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 7x1, Approx.140/2.29 oz. Portions, NET WT. 20 LBS., 15530."

"1481, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 8x1, Approx. 80/2 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS., 15530."

"1441, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 4x1, Approx. 80/4 oz. Portions, NET WT. 20 LBS., 15530."

"1461, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 6x1, Approx. 120/2.67 oz. Portions, NET WT. 20 LBS., 15530."

"1491, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 10x1, Approx. 100/1.6 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS., 15530."

"1531, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, 100% Pure Ground Beef Patties, 5.3 oz., 3-1, 60/5.3 oz. Portions, NET WT. 20 LBS., 15530."

"E., MINNESOTA FARMS, BEEF PATTIE, 4x1, NET WT. 15 LBS. 2217750214, 060503."

"E., MINNESOTA FARMS, HAMBURGUESA, 4x1, CONTENIDO NETO 6.80 KG, 2217750214, 06503."

"E., MINNESOTA FARMS, BEEF PATTIE, 4x1, NET WT. 15 LBS. 2217750215, 060503."

"E., MINNESOTA FARMS, HAMBURGUESA, 4x1, CONTENIDO NETO 6.80 KG, 2217750215, 060503."

"E., MINNESOTA FARMS, 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, NATURAL HOMESTYLE, 3x1, NET WT. 15 LBS. 2217782223, 060503."

"QFI, 5x1, 2515, BEEF PATTIE, 3.2 OZ THIN, , NET WT. 10 LBS. 2217752515, 060503."

"QFI, 4x1, 55114, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 4 OZ, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-55114, 060603."

"QFI, 4x1, 97524, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 4 OZ, NET WT. 15 LBS., 060603."

"QFI, 2x1, 97502, STEAKHOUSE BEEF PATTIES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, 8 OZ. OVAL, NET WT. 15 LBS., 060603."

"QFI, 2x1, 04122, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (80/20), 8 OZ HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS., 22178-04122, 060603."

"QFI, 2x1, 54122, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 8 OZ OVAL, NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-54122, 060603."

"QFI, 3x1, 53113, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 5.3 OZ WIDE 3/8" NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-53113, 060603."

"QFI, 5x1, 55115, THE ULTIMATE 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, (75/25), 3.2 OZ NET WT. 10 LBS. 22177-55115, 060603."

"COUNTRY KITCHEN, 100% PURE GROUND BEEF PATTIES, 3 X 1 HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 20 LBS, 523820, 061103."

"QFI, 3x1, 2523, BEEF PATTIE, 5.3 OZ HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 221775-2523, 061103."

"QFI, 4x1, 2524, BEEF PATTIE, 4 OZ HOMESTYLE, NET WT. 10 LBS. 221775-2524, 061103."

"QFI, 5x1, 2515, BEEF PATTIE, 3.2 OZ THIN, NET WT. 10 LBS. 2217752515, 061103."

"QFI, 4x1, 3614, BEEF PATTIE, 4 OZ NET WT. 10 LBS. 11363-61400, 061103."

"TEXAS TOM’S RESTAURANTS AND DRIVE THRU, 9464, BEEF PATTIES, 4x1, 80 PCS. 4 OZ., NET WT. 20 LBS., 9464000001, 16230."

"1430, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 3x1, Approx. 30/5.3 oz. Portions, Net WT. 10 LBS, 16230."

"1114, BOX, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Harker’s Tend-R-Swiss, Beef Cubed Steak, Chopped and Formed, 4x1, 40/4 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 16230."

"1115, BOX, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Harker’s Tend-R-Swiss, Beef Cubed Steak, Chopped and Formed, 3x1, 30/5.3 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 16230."

"1291, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, 100% Pure Ground Beef Patties, 4 oz, (87/13), (Thin), Approx. 40/4 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 061103."

"1420, HARKER’S Specialists in Center-of-the-Plate, Beef Patties, 2x1, Approx. 20/8 oz. Portions, NET WT. 10 LBS, 16230."

"CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS, HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS., NET WT. 5 LBS, 2217723340, 00963, DIST. BY: Colorado Choice Distributors Inc, Orlando Fl 32810, 407.679.3188."

"CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS, HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS., NET WT. 6 LBS, 2217722441, 00963, DIST. BY: Colorado Choice Distributors Inc, Orlando Fl 32810, 407.679.3188."

"CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS, HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS., NET WT. 6 LBS, 2217722441, 00963, DIST. BY: TOWN & COUNTRY, ST. PAUL, MN 55114."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: A CUT ABOVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80915, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: BIG SKY MEATS, WEST FARGO, ND 58078, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, Chef’s Classic, Fine Foods, DIST. BY: CHEF’S CLASSIC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55439, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Colorado Choice Distributors Inc, Orlando, FL 32810, 407.679.3188, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Triple-A-Beef, Dresden, TN, 38225, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: EAST BAY GOURMET, CHARLESTON, SC, 29418, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: FARMERS BEST INC., ARDEN HILLS, MN 55126, 651.216.8282, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Grill Masters, Ashland, TN 37015, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: WISE ENTERPRISES, Montgomery, AL 36108, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MEAT LOCKER, CARY NC 27511,USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MEGA FOODS, MOUNT MORRIS, MI 48458,USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Midwest Made Meat Co., Fargo, ND 58078, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MIDWEST PREMIUM MEAT CO, OMAHA, NE 68137, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY CHOICE MEATS INC, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: MOM’S GOURMET MEATS, Oklahoma City, OK 73115, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Montana Steak Co., Kalispell, MT 59901, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: Mr. T’s Specialty Meats, Memphis, TN 38125, Phone: (901) 569-2208, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: PRAIRIE GOLD FOODS, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55347, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOICE FOODS, CENTENNIAL CO 80112, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: The Meat Guys, Newport, MN 55055, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2227725600, DIST. BY: TOWN & COUNTRY, ST. PAUL, MN 55114, USDA CHOICE CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 18 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: A CUTT ABOVE, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: BEST CHOICE MEAT CO., FT. WORTH TX 76105, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, Chef’s Classic, Fine Foods, DIST. BY: CHEF’S CLASSIC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55439, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: First Choice Meats, ROGERS, AR 72756, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: Great American Steak Co., Sacramento, CA 95815, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: LONGHORN SALES, DALLAS TX 75061, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: PRAIRIE GOLD FOODS, Minneapolis, MN, 55347, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: PREMIUM QUALITY MEATS, BEAUMONT, TX, 77707, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: R&A Distributing, Aurora, CO 80011, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: Steakman.Com, Taylors, SC 29687, Phone: (800) 334-9150, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, DIST. BY: SUNSHINE MEATS, MONROE, LA, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

"2217724600, Distributed by: The Steak Guys, LITTLETON, CO 80123, CHOPPED BEEF STEAKS HOMESTYLE, 24 PCS. NET WT. 6.0 LBS, 00963."

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7.

How/When Discovered:Two consumer complaints were reported to the USDA consumer complaint monitoring system, CCMS, due to illnesses with E. coli O157:H7 in Colorado.  As a result, the Food Safety and Inspection Service, FSIS, analyzed an investigative sample of the implicated product that turned positive results for the E. coli O157:H7 on August 4, 2003.    At present, there is no definitive link implicating the recalled product to the two illnesses; however, FSIS is continuing its investigation.

Federal Establishment: 

Howard Beef Processors
1401 Sioux Drive
Pipestone, MN 56164

Consumer Contact:Diane Hamersma, Customer Service Representative, 800-582-5284

Media Contact:Alan Sheldon, Vice President of Customer Relations, 507-825-5486

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 194,700 pounds

Distribution: Nationwide and exported to Mexico

 

Product(s) Recalled: Imported Canadian Sliced Pork Pepperoni

Production Dates/Identifying Codes:Produced on July 02, 2003.

The products being recalled are 10 lb. boxes of:

SILA, SLICED PEPPERONI, SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED, PCN: 33401." Each label also bears the establishment number "162" inside the Canadian mark of inspection.

Each 10 lb. box contains two 5 lb. bags, which also contain the same label listed above.

Problem/Reason for Recall:The product may be misbranded due to species violation.

Federal Establishment:     
Atalanta Plaza
Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Consumer Contact:Mr. Albert Pish, Vice President, 908-351-8000

Media Contact:Mr. Albert Pish, Vice President, 908-351-8000

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 500 pounds

Distribution: New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia

 

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 16


PRODUCT Sundown Fish Oil 1000 MG Dietary Supplement 120 Softgels Omega-3 Fatty Acids EPA/DHA Concentrate, packed in plastic bottles with screw on plastic caps.
CODE Lot Number 357849.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Rexall Sundown, Boca Raton, FL.
REASON Product labeled as Fish Oil Capsules consists in whole or in part of Vitamin E capsules.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 35,000 120 capsule bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 23

 

Product(s) Recalled: Various sized boxes of "BEEF, FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY, KEEP REFRIGERATED MARK’S QUALITY MEATS, DETROIT, MI 48209."

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced on August 15 and 16 2003. All packages bearing a date code of August 15 and 16, 2003. The products subject to recall are various sized boxes of "BEEF, FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY, KEEP REFRIGERATED MARK’S QUALITY MEATS, DETROIT, MI 48209." Each box bears the production date "81503" or "81603" as well as the establishment code "EST. 8951" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The company used a multi-purpose label that indicates whether the boxes contain ground beef or various intact cuts of beef.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may be adulterated due to processing under insanitary conditions because of the use of non-potable water.

Federal Establishment:     

Mark’s Quality Meats Inc.
6800 Dix Avenue
Detroit, MI 48209

Consumer Contact: Mr. Mark Osten, President, 313-554-2500

Media Contact: Mr. Mark Osten, President, 313-554-2500

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 3,600 pounds

Distribution: Greater Detroit Metropolitan Area

 

Product(s) Recalled: "Mr. Meat" brand "Meatball’s, Hamburger, 14-1" in 10-pound boxes and "Mr. Meat" brand bulk "Hamburger" in a 7-pound package.

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced on August 18, 2003. All packages bear a date code of "0818" and "EST. 2559" appears inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may be adulterated due to processing under insanitary conditions in that the water supply was deemed to be non-potable at the time of processing.

Federal Establishment:     

Academy Packing Company, Inc.
2881 Wyoming Avenue
Dearborn, MI 48120

Consumer Contact: Mr. Mark Polk, HACCP Coordinator, 313-841-4900

Media Contact: Mr. Mark Polk, HACCP Coordinator, 313-841-4900

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 47 pounds

Distribution: Greater Detroit Metropolitan Area


PRODUCT Harris Teeter brand Chopped Pecans, Net Wt 6 oz (170g). Product is packaged in clear flexible plastic packages.
CODE Lot # 372930D, expiration date May 15, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Harris Teeter, Mathews, NC.
REASON Bags labeled as Chopped Pecans actually contained walnuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 197 cases, 12/6 oz packages per case.
DISTRIBUTION NC.


PRODUCT Masagana brand Coconut Sport Strings (Macapuno) in 12 oz. glass jars.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Summit Import, Corp, Jersey City, NJ.
Manufacturer: TBN Food Products, Tanauan, Batangas, Philippines. New York State initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON Product contains undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 60 cases/24 jars per case.
DISTRIBUTION NJ, NY, PA, MD, NC, and FL.


PRODUCT  Cheetos brand Crunchy Cheese Flavored Snacks, 1 1/8 (1.125) oz bag.
CODE Pull Date AUG 26, Lot 411218425 Time Stamp: 14:27 - 16:30. The code information appears in the upper, right corner on the front of every package.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Frito Lay, Plano, TX.
REASON The bags actually contained Cheetos Brand Crunchy Flamin' Hot Cheese Flavored Snacks. The Flamin' Hot variety contains the color FD&C Yellow No. 5 that is not on the label of the Cheetos Brand Crunchy Cheese Flavored Snacks.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 6,910 bags.
DISTRIBUTION IL and IN.


PRODUCT
a) California Sun-Dry brand Sun-Dried Tomato Spread 9.0 oz. in glass jars.
b) California Sun-Dry brand Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Sauce 16.0 oz. in glass jars.
CODE All products with "best if used by dates" of any day in 2003, 2004, and 2005.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER California Sun Dry Foods, Danville, CA.
REASON Products contain undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 20,181 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

 

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 30

 

Product(s) Recalled: Ready-to-eat beef products

Production Dates/Identifying Codes:Produced between May 27, 2003, and August 14, 2003. The products being recalled bear the establishment code "EST. 567" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The products subject to recall are:

"BRICKMAN’S, USDA CHOICE OR HIGHER, Oven Roasted Beef Top Round, Cap-Off, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED, RUBBED WITH SEASONINGS, Black Angus Beef." The products are packaged in 8 to 12 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes contain the code "84939."

"PREMIUM QUALITY, EMMBER CLASSIC, DELICATESSEN MEATS, U.S.D.A. CHOICE, Oven Roasted Beef Top Round, Caramel Color Added." The products are packaged in 8 to 12 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes contain the code "84939-999."

"PREMIUM QUALITY, EMMBER CLASSIC, DELICATESSEN MEATS, Cooked Beef Top Round With Juices, Caramel Color Added, Containing up to 20% solution." The products are packaged in 18 to 24 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "31930."

"PREMIUM QUALITY, EMMBER CLASSIC, DELICATESSEN MEATS, CAP-OFF, Cooked Beef Top Round, Containing up to 20% of a solution, And Caramel Color Added." The products are packaged in 11 to 16 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "72399" or "72399-999."

"PREMIUM QUALITY, EMMBER CLASSIC, DELICATESSEN MEATS, Cooked Beef Top Round, Caramel Color Added, Containing up to 10% solution." The products are packaged in 13 to 19 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "46909" or "46909-999."

Products stamped with the following freeze by dates are not included in the recall: "10 10 03,"
"10 17 03" and "10 24 03."

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products contain hydrolyzed soy protein which is not declared in the ingredients statement on the labels.

How/When Discovered: On August 18, 2003, Empak Foods, Inc. discovered that their supplier of "roast beef rub" seasoning had changed the formulation of the product without informing them of that formulation change. The firm notified FSIS and indicated that they were voluntarily recalling the products.

Federal Establishment:     

Emmpak Foods, Inc.
200 South Emmber Lane
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Consumer Contact: Emmpak Consumer Hotline 800-266-6084

Media Contact: Mark Klein, Public Relations Representative 952-742-6211

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 102,319 pounds

Distribution: Colorado, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Minnesota, and Florida.

 

Product(s) Recalled: Ready-to-eat beef products

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced from May 14, 2003 through August 15, 2003. The products being recalled bear the establishment code "EST. 86J" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The products subject to recall are:

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR MEDIUM-RARE, OVEN PREPARED BEEF TOP ROUND, WHOLE WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 14 to 20 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "7191700."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR MEDIUM-RARE, OVEN PREPARED BEEF TOP ROUND, SPLIT, WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 8 to 10 lb. boxes with three individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "7193040."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR MEDIUM-RARE SPECIAL TRIM, OVEN COOKED BEEF TOP ROUND ROAST, INSIDE ROUND SPLIT WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products were packaged in 8 to 10 lb. boxes with three individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "7414150."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR MEDIUM-WELL SPECIAL TRIM, OVEN COOKED BEEF TOP ROUND, SPLIT INSIDE WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 16 to 20 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "7522200."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR MEDIUM, COOKED BEEF TOP ROUND ROAST, CAP-OFF WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 12 to 13 lb. boxes with two individually wrapped packages inside. The boxes bear the code "7556400."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR RARE, OVEN PREPARED BEEF RIBEYE, LIP-ON WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 26 to 36 lb. boxes with one individually wrapped package inside. The boxes bear the code "7617950."

"PREMIUM QUALITY, EMMBER CLASSIC, DELICATESSEN MEATS, U.S.D.A SELECT Cooked Beef Rib Roast For Prime Rib, With Juices, Caramel Color Added." The products are packaged in 26 to 36 lb. boxes with one individually wrapped package inside. The boxes bear the code "7631710."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR RARE, OVEN ROASTED BEEF RIBEYE FOR PRIME RIB, FULLY COOKED, WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 24 to 36 lb. boxes with one individually wrapped package inside. The boxes bear the code "7647500."

"GFS, gordon food service, OUR RARE USDA CHOICE, OVEN ROASTED BEEF RIBEYE, WITH NATURAL JUICES, CARAMEL COLOR ADDED." The products are packaged in 26 to 36 lb. boxes with one individually wrapped package inside. The boxes bear the code "7642680."

Products stamped with the following freeze by dates are not included in the recall: "09 22 03," "09 28 03," "11 01 03" and "11 08 03."

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products contain hydrolyzed soy protein which is not declared in the ingredients statement on the labels.

How/When Discovered: On August 18, 2003, Excel Corporation discovered that their supplier of "roast beef rub" seasoning had changed the formulation of the product without informing them of that change. The firm notified FSIS and indicated that they were voluntarily recalling the products.

Federal Establishment:     

Excel Corporation
2601 Industrial Road
Nebraska City, NE 68410

Consumer Contact: Emmpak Consumer Hotline 800-266-6084

Media Contact: Mark Klein, Public Relations Representative 952-742-6211

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 362,890 pounds

Distribution: Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Florida, Wisconsin, Tennessee, and Minnesota

 

Product(s) Recalled: Pork Egg Rolls with Shrimp Added

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: The products subject to recall bear the establishment code “EST. 17821” inside the USDA mark of inspection. All codes are being recalled because all production dates are affected.
The products subject to recall that were distributed to retail establishments are:

Gung Ho, 3 PORK EGG ROLLS WITH SHRIMP ADDED, NET WT. 10 OZ.”

Gung Ho, 6 MINI PORK EGG ROLLS WITH SHRIMP ADED, NET.WT. 10 OZ.”

Gung Ho, PORK EGG ROLL WITH SHRIMP ADDED, NET. WT. 12 OZ.”

The product subject to recall that were distributed to wholesale establishments is:

INSTITUTIONAL USE ONLY, GUNG HO, Pork EGG ROLLS, SHRIMP ADDED, NET. WT., 15 lbs. 5 OZ.”

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product contains Sodium Bisulfite, but the product label does not list Sodium Bisulfite as an ingredient.

How/When Discovered: FSIS Consumer Safety Office (CSO) discovered the problem while conducting an establishment review.

Federal Establishment:     

Gung Ho Corporation
2701 Grant Street
Bellwood, IL 60104

Consumer Contact: Victor Chang, Manager, 708-547-0303

Media Contact: Victor Chang, Manager, 708-547-0303

Quantity Recalled: Undetermined (All production dates are implicated)

Distribution: Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky

 

Product(s) Recalled: "HUNGRY-MAN" Classic Fried Chicken White & Dark Chicken Pieces with Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Apple-Cranberry Crumb Dessert.

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced July 1, 2003.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The product contains egg (an allergen) which is not listed in the ingredients statement on the label.

How/When Discovered: As a result of a consumer complaint the firm discovered that "HUNGRY MAN" Chicken Breast with Rib Meat Coated in a Floured Buffalo Style Seasoning with French Fries, Corn & a Brownie meal was inadvertently packed in a "HUNGRY-MAN" Classic Fried Chicken White & Dark Chicken Pieces with Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Apple-Cranberry Crumb Dessert carton. The brownie in the meal contains egg (an allergen), which is not listed in the ingredients statement on the label.

Federal Establishment:     
Pinnacle Foods
1100 W 15th St
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Consumer Contact: Pinnacle Foods Hotline 800-554-5680

Media Contact: Kelley Maggs, Sr. VP and Chief Legal Council, 973-541-6640

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 13,000 pounds

Distribution: California, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington.

 

Product(s) Recalled: Fresh and Frozen Ground Beef Products

Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced on May 30, 2003. The products subject to recall bear the establishment code "EST. 5712" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each product also bears the date code "5630053."

The products subject to recall are:

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN TENDER & JUICY BEEF PATTIES" bearing the code "11344."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "JB0104."

24.5-lb. cases of "KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "8218."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1140."

20-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF" bearing the code "8020."

20-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF" bearing the code "8020EC."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF STEAK BURGER" bearing the code "J1002."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF STEAK BURGER" bearing the code "J1003."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF STEAK BURGER" bearing the code "J1004."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN J-BURGER SEASONED BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11372TF."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN J-BURGER SEASONED BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11373TF."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN J-BURGER SEASONED BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11374TF."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF PATTIE WHOPPER" bearing the code "11364AW."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1136EC."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN GROUND BEEF PATTIES" bearing the code "JB0704W."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11323."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN 100% PURE BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11393."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN TENDER & JUICY BEEF PATTIES" bearing the code "11343."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED HEART OF AMERICA CHUCK PATTIE GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIE" bearing the code "4002HA."

20-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF" bearing the code "8515."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1142."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1143."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1144."

12-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "1144R."

20-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN GROUND BEEF" bearing the code "8020ECF."

20-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN BEEF PATTIE MIX" bearing the code "8020PF."

40-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP REFRIGERATED GROUND BEEF COARSE GRIND" bearing the code "291101."

10-lb. cases of "J&B BRAND MEATS, CORP., KEEP FROZEN GROUND BEEF PATTIE" bearing the code "11384."

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7.

How/When Discovered: An illness with E. coli O157:H7 in the State of Wisconsin triggered an investigation by the State of Wisconsin’s Department of Health and resulted in sampling ground beef products from the recalling firm below. The sampling by Wisconsin’s Agriculture Laboratory turned positive results for E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef that were reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service, FSIS, on 8/22/2003. Accordingly, upon FSIS's notification of the positive lab results, the firm initiated the recall action voluntarily. At present, there is no definitive link implicating the recalled products to the illnesses; however, FSIS is continuing its investigation.

Federal Establishment:     

J & B Meats Corp.
2302 First Street
Coal Valley, IL 61240

Consumer Contact: Mr. Jeff Jobe, President, 309-799-7341

Media Contact: Mr. Jeff Jobe, President, Vice President of Customer Relations, 309-799-7341

Quantity Recalled: Approximately 76,000 pounds

Distribution: Nationwide


PRODUCT K. McGill New York USA brand Pickled Lotus Rootlets, Ngu Sen Chua Ngot, Net Wt. 15 oz (430 grs). Product of Vietnam. Product is packaged in glass jars. Serving Size 100 g; Servings Per Container 4.3.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kien Import Corp., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared sulfites based on NYSDAM sampling & analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 48 cases (24 - 15 oz. Jars per case).
DISTRIBUTION NY, MA, FL, NC, and PA.


PRODUCT Aztec Hot Chocolate in 10 oz. and 20 oz. square tins.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Maribel Sweets, Inc., New York, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared milk and cornstarch based on FDA consumer complaint #17787 (LOS-DO).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 10,000 - 10 oz. tins and 10,000 - 20 oz tins.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.


PRODUCT Dragon Bac San Vietnam - Quality Foods of Vietnam brand Sweetened Coconut (Mut Dua), Net Wt. 200g (7 ox). Product of Vietnam. Serving size 85 g (3 oz), Serving Per Container about 3. Product is packed in a sealed foil package. Barcode # 8 935129 708204.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sincere Trading Co., Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared sulfites (806 ppm) and undeclared color additives certifiable as FD&C Yellow #5, FD&C Red #3, and FD&C Blue #1 based on NYSDAM sampling and analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,440 - 7 oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION Ny, PA, CT, OH, and VA.


PRODUCT Sweetened Winter Melon Candy, 12 oz. (340 g +/-5 g). Product is packed in a flexible plastic bag. Barcode #6 64460 107176.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ho's Trading, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared sulfites (800 ppm) and sugar based on NYSDAM sampling & analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 800 - 12 oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, VA, FL, PA, and TX.


PRODUCT Master Chao brand Candy, 10 oz (283 g +/-5 g). Product of China. Barcode #64460 10719.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ho's Trading Inc., Brooklyn, NY, by press release on November 20, 2002, and January 29, 2003 and by letters, dated December 20, 2002. New York State initiated recall is complete.
REASON The product contained undeclared peanuts based on NYSDAM visual observation and analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 66 cases (50 - 10 oz. packages per case).
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.

PRODUCT
a) Crab Cakes, Frozen. Product labeled as Wick's Gourmet Homestyle Crab Cakes, Wick's Unfried Crab Cakes, Wick's Maryland Style, Wicks Deluxe Maryland Style and Henry's Oven Ready Maryland Style Crab Cakes. The Henry's labeled product sold in 2.81 lb. cartons. The Wick's
labaeled products are sold in 42 ox, 3.37 lbs, 2.25 lbs, 2.81 lbs, 12.5 lbs (bulk), 9 lbs (bulk) and 25 lbs (bulk) cartons.
b) Breaded Stuffed Shrimp with Crabmeat, Frozen. The product is labeled as Wick's Breaded Stuffed Shrimp w/Crabmeat and sold in 2.25 lb cartons.

c) Breaded Stuffed Flounder with Crab Stuffing, Frozen. Sold in 9 lb cartons.
d) Crab Bites, Frozen. The product is labeled as Wick's Kitchens Crab Bits and sold in 6 lb. cartons.
e) Crabmeat Stuffing, Frozen. The product is labeled as Wick's Crabmeat Stuffing and sold in 20 lb. containers.
f) Lobster Cakes, Frozen. The product is labeled as Henry's and sold in 12.5 lb. cartons.  
CODE All lots prior to 4/22/03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER H & G Diners, Corp., Trainer, PA.
REASON The label did not declare the presence of nonfat dry milk, a sub ingredient of the scrambled egg mix used in these products.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approximately 40,000 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION PA, NJ, NY, MA, and OH.


PRODUCT Asian Boy (E.B.Q.) brand Lotus Rootlet (NGO SEN CHUA NGOT), Net Wt. 29.8 oz(850g). Product of Vietnam. Product is packed in a glass jar, 12 jars per carton. Commercial Invoice # 04/XK MN - B.C.N., dated 3/14/02; B/L # SGN-NYC-1062126 dated 3/15/02. Barcode # 6 27404 02055.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER B. C. N. Trading, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared sulfites (192 ppm) and benzoic acid based on NYSDAM sampling & analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 480 - 29.8 oz.
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CT, MA, PA, and FL.


PRODUCT Tops Vitality Fat Free Chocolate Milk, Grade A Pasteurized Homogenized Milk, packed in 1/2 gallon cartons.  
CODE MAR 27.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Reiter Dairy, Inc., Barberton, OH.
REASON Product contains excessive levels of Vitamins A and D.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 490 1/2 gallon containers.
DISTRIBUTION OH, Pa, and NY.


PRODUCT
a) Homerun Ball brand Korean Cracker, Net Wt., 1.62 ox. (46 g). Product of Korea. Product is packed in a sealed foil package.  
b) Lotty Lorry brand Korean Cracker, Net Wt. 1.83 oz. (52g) and 7.4 oz. Product of Korea. Packaged in sealed foil bags within cardboard boxes. CODE
a) Item # 02549. Code # 2003 09 17. Barcode # 8 801019 402166.
b) 1.83 oz: Item #05928; 7.4 oz.: Item # 08739.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hanmi, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared eggs based on NYSDAM sampling and analysis, and confirmation by manufacturer.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,00 - 1.62 oz. packages, 1,200 - 1.83 oz. packages, and 1,200 - 7.4 oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, MA, CT, NH, and ME.


PRODUCT Master Chao brand Glace Coconut, 12 oz. (340 g). Product is packed in a sealed plastic bag.
CODE UPC # 6 64460 10734 3.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Ho's Trading, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON Product contained undeclared sulfites and sugar based on New York State sampling and analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,300 - 12 oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.


PRODUCT Wiser's Deluxe Canadian Whisky 750-ml. Gift Pack containing one 750-ml. Bottle of Wiser's DeLuxe Canadian Whisky and one of two styles of a leather-bound stainless steel flask. One of the flasks bears a stainless steel nameplate on the front with the name "Wiser's" engraved on it. The other flask is labeled "Wiser's Canadian Whisky Canadien" embossed in gold across the front on the leather.

CODE There are no codes on the gift packs. The gift packs were distributed between 11/15/00 - 3/7/03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER McCormick Distilling Co., Weston, MO.
REASON Whiskey gift pack contained flask with lead soldered seams that could come in contact with food stored in the flask.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,908 flasks.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.


PRODUCT Lee Iacocca's brand Olivio Premium Spread with olive oil, packed in 1 lb. plastic tubs, 18 tubes per case.
CODE Mar0604F Mar1304F Mar1404F Mar1904F.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Unilever, Inc., Baltimore, MD.
REASON 1 lb. tubs of Olivio Premium Spread were distributed without an ingredient statement. The product, vegetable spread contains whey, a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 35,745 tubs.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.


PRODUCT New Diet Sunkist Orange.
CODE 985067006 (Bottled October 14, 2002); 985070140 (Bottled October 21, 2002).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Dr Pepper Seven Up, Inc., Plano, TX.
REASON The product contained undeclared sweetening agent - acesulfame potassium.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,200 cases.
DISTRIBUTION TX.


PRODUCT Schweppes Ginger Ale 8 pack cases of 2 liter bottles.
CODE FEB 1003 XXXXZG110622 where XXXX indicates the military time that the product was produced from 1500-1630.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Dr Pepper Seven Up, Inc., Plano, TX.
REASON The product contained undeclared quinine.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,374 cases of 8 bottles each.
DISTRIBUTION MO and IL.


PRODUCT Heart Loc Egg Shade Food Color, net wt. 16 fl. Ox. (1 pint) and 32 fl. Oz. bottles.  
CODE 16 fl. Oz. - 2L16SGBA and @L16SGBB; 32 fl. Oz. - 3A17SGAA and 3A17SGAB.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Tone Brothers, Inc., Ankeny, IA.
REASON Product contained undeclared FD&C Red #40 and incorrectly listed FD&C Yellow #6 as an ingredient.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,441/16 fl. Oz. bottles, and 2,370/32 oz bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.