SEPTEMBER 2002
PRODUCT
SUPREME QUALITY brand PICKLED Sour bamboo shoot (SLICE) packed in glass jars,
NET WT. 29.89 OZ. ING: Bamboo, Water, Salt. PRODUCT OF THAILAND. Barcode #84909
00343.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Hong Thai Foods Corp., Brooklyn,
NY.
Manufacturer: Savoy Enterprises Ltd., Part. Yannawa, Bangkok.
REASON The New York State Department of
Agriculture and Markets found the product to contain undeclared sulfites (390
ppm).
VOLUME OF
PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 23 cases (12 jars per case).
DISTRIBUTION NY and NJ.
PRODUCT
Caravelle brand, Pickled Sour Bamboo Shoot Slices, 2 pound and 4 pound jars.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Anhing Corporation, Los Angeles, CA
REASON
The New York State Department of Agriculture found the product to contain 781
ppm undeclared sulfites in 35g serving size.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Undetermined.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT
Pure Fun brand Peach Mango Juice Blend Concentrate,1+7, in half gallon bottles.
CODE Lot 110702.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Penguin Juice Company, Westland, MI
REASON
The product contained undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 50 cases (6 bottles per case).
DISTRIBUTION GA.
PRODUCT
Laima brand Greipfrutu Skelites (Grapefruit Candy).
CODE Lot No. L01012.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Romic Inc., Alpharetta, GA.
Manufacturer: JSC Laima Riga, Latvia.
REASON The product contained the unapproved food color Ponceau 4R.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 640 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION NY.
PRODUCT
Miguel and Valentino brand Fig Cake, Hand Made, packaged in cellophane wrap and
further packaged in wraparound wicker basket, net wt. approx 2 lbs.
CODE Lots 14922, 23206, 25093, 27205.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Miguel and Valentino, Bethesda, MD.
Manufacturer: Victoriano Navas Martin Zorilla Archez (Malaga) Spain.
REASON Product contained undeclared almonds which were visible on the top of
the cake.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 672 cakes.
DISTRIBUTION CO, FL, GA, MD, D.C., MI, CA and NJ.
Product: "CROWLEY RIDGE BRAND
B-B-Q SEASONED COOKED FRESH HAM" in random weight packages weighing
approximately 12-13 pounds each. On August 30, 2002, the recall was
expanded to reflect the voluntary expansion of an additional 6, 525 pounds of
cooked boneless hams. The production dates and the list of states that received
the recalled products were also revised.
Codes: Produced between July 08, 2002
to August 30, 2002. Each package label bears the establishment number
"EST. 13035" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
monitoring program sample collected by the Food Safety and Inspection Service
(FSIS) inspector at the establishment on August 21, 2002, returned a positive
result for Listeria monocytogenes on August 28, 2002.
Establishment: Broadaway Ham Company 500 N. Culberhouse Street Jonesboro, AR 72401
Contact: Bruce Broadaway, President, 870-932-6688
Quantity Recalled: Approximately
8,725 pounds of total recalled product
Distribution: Arkansas,
Mississippi, and Missouri
Product: Chicken Egg Roll
Codes: Produced on 8/14/02. The products subject to
recall are 6.25 lb., boxes of "Egg Roll Fantasy, SPICY CASHEW CHICKEN
EGGROLL." Each package bears the establishment number "P-9889"
inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each box also bears the date code
"22226."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
monitoring program sample was collected by the Food Safety and Inspection
Service (FSIS) on August 16, 2002. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on August 25, 2002. Initially, the firm reported to FSIS that
the implicated product had been held at the establishment, however, FSIS
personnel determined that the above-mentioned product had been shipped by the
firm to its customers. Based on this, the firm has voluntarily initiated the
recall.
Establishment: Pacfoods, U.S.A. 23840 Foley St. Hayward, CA 94545
Contact: Daniel Castillo, Plant Manager, 510-786-3885
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 56 pounds
Distribution: Watsonville, Oceanside, and
Brisbane California
Product: Ground Beef Products
Codes: Produced on June 14, 2002. The ground beef
products subject to recall are 20 lb. boxes of, “BEEF PEPPER PATTIES.” Each
label bears the establishment number “EST. 6475” inside the USDA mark of
inspection.
Recall: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A follow-up verification
sample was collected by FSIS on June 14, 2002. It was reported positive for E.
coli O157:H7 on June 19, 2002. Initially, the firm reported to FSIS that
the implicated product had been held at the establishment, however,
investigation by FSIS personnel determined that it had been shipped by the firm
to its customers. Based on this, the firm has voluntarily initiated the recall.
Establishment: Galligan Wholesale Meat
Co. Doing business as: Federal Foods
Corp. 449 S. Federal Blvd. Denver, CO 80219
Contact: Richard Galligan, President, 303-935-6473
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 980 pounds
Distribution: Denver metropolitan area, CO
Product: Ground Beef Product
Codes: Produced on August 28, 2002. The ground beef
products subject to recall are 35 pound boxes and a 20 pound box of,
"HAMBURGER PATTIE, Wright City Meat Co., Inc., 363 E.N. Service Rd.,
Wright City, MO 63390." Each box bears the establishment number,
"EST. 8699" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
sample was collected by FSIS on 8/28/02. It was reported positive for E.
coli O157:H7 on 9/2/02.
Establishment: Wright City Meat Co.,
Inc. 363 E. North Service Road Wright City, MO 63390
Contact: Michael Kreuger, Manager, 636-745-3331
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 510 pounds
Distribution: The product has been distributed to a church in St. Paul, Missouri, and a retail store in New Florence, Missouri.
Product: Ready-to-Eat Calabrese Sausage
Codes:
Produced on
June 26, 2002, in Canada and was exported to the US in August 2002. The
products subject to recall are:
3
lb. packages of "Nostrano SAUCISSE EPICE CALABRESE SPICY SAUSAGE."
The packages bear the product code "L20626" and the establishment
code "CANADA 476." 1 lb.
packages of "CALABRESE HOT (NOSTRANO)."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: The Food Safety and
Inspection Service (FSIS) collected a routine import microbiological monitoring
program sample on August 26, 2002. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on September 03, 2002.
Establishment: Pennsylvania
Macaroni Co. Inc. 50 Mansfield
Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Contact: Louis Devos, Purchasing Manager, 412-919-0439
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 1,035 pounds
Distribution: Pittsburgh, PA
Product: Prosciutto Hams
Codes: Produced on May 25, 2001. The products
subject to recall are approximately 17-pound packages of, "Principe,
Boneless San Daniele, PROSCIUTTO DI SAN DANIELE, Product of Italy." Each
package contains a single prosciutto ham and bears a case code,
"5125520170." Each package also bears the packing date code,
"06.08.2002."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A microbiological sample was
collected by FSIS on 8/28/02. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on 9/3/02.
Establishment: Principe Foods USA,
Inc. 680 P. Street Fresno, CA 93726
Contact: Alberto Minardi, Director of Operations,
559-289-8367
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 510 pounds
Distribution: The above-mentioned product
was distributed to one distributor in Orlando, FL.
Sliced
Smoked Nova Salmon Pieces Recalled Due to Listeria Contamination
State
Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers warned consumers not to eat
"Sliced Smoked Nova Salmon Pieces" sold at Key Food Store #646, 22-15
31st Street, Astoria, Queens, New York due to Listeria contamination.
"Sliced
Smoked Nova Salmon Pieces" are packaged in an 8-ounce, plastic container
with the code "Sell By August 30." Key Food Store #646 is conducting
a voluntary recall of the product. According to the company, nine packages were
sold in the Astoria, Queens area.
The
problem was discovered as a result of routine sampling by New York State
Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors. Production of the
product has been suspended while the company investigates the source of the
problem. Consumers who have purchased this product should return it to the
place of purchase or discard it.
New
York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned
sulfite-allergic consumers and asthmatics to avoid eating "Eastwell Dried
Dates" due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.
The
product is being recalled by Eastwell Trading Corp., 8 Ingraham Street,
Brooklyn, New York 11206. The "Dried Dates" are packaged in an
uncoded, 12-ounce, plastic bag. It is a product of China. Eastwell Dried Dates
were distributed in the New York City area. Routine sampling by New York State
Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors revealed the product
contained high levels of sulfites, which were not declared on the label.
Sulfites can cause deadly reactions in asthmatics and others suffering sulfite
allergies. No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have
purchased "Eastwell Dried Dates" should return it to the place of
purchase.
PRODUCT
China Buena brand, orange flavored soda, in 7 oz and 12 oz glass labeled in
part"xxxCHINAxxxBuenaxxxNutritional InformationxxxIngredients: Sparkling
cane sugar, and/orxxxcorn sweeterner, citiric acidxxx sodium benzoate (1/10 of
1%) as a preservative, aritificial flavor, artificial color by Jugos del
Centro, Inc.xxx Road No. 1 Bo. Beatriz Km 49.7xxxCidra, Puerto Rico
00739xxx".
CODE No lot numbers or expiration date. Bottles id with bar code #03642 42490.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Jugos del Centro, Inc., Cidra, Puerto Rico
REASON
Product contains undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5 & FD&C Yellow No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 75,000 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Puerto Rico.
PRODUCT
Product is a LACF drink packed into clear glass bottles with a metal crimped
screw on cap. The bottle has the word "YooHoo" molded into it and a
paper label which states: "***YooHoo CHOCOLATE DRINK 9 FL. OZ.
CODE 205282A XX:XX, 205292A XX:XX, 205302A XX:XX, 205312A XX:XX, 206012A XX:XX,
206032A XX:XX, 206112A XX:XX, 206122A XX:XX, 206132A XX:XX, 206142A XX:XX,
206152A XX:XX, 207012A XX:XX AND 207022A XX:XX. NOTE: THE EXTRA FOUR DIGITS AT
THE END REPRESENT THE TIME OF DAY PRODUCT WAS PACKED AND ARE NOT RELEVANT TO
THE RECALL. Codes are printed on the bottom of the bottles.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Yoo-Hoo Chocolate Beverage Corp.,
White Plains, NY.
Manufacturer: Yoo Hoo Beverages Corp., aka Orangina Beverages, Inc., Hialeah,
FL.
REASON The product may be contaminated with spoilage microrganisms.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 185,000 cases.
DISTRIBUTION FL, SC, AL, GA, NC, VA, TN, and KY.
PRODUCT
Organic Ginger in 50 lb. containers.
CODE Lot #1-95 -- Tea-cut (small granules)
Lot #1-95 -- Powder.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Herb Trade, Inc., Port Newark, NJ
REASON
The product contained small pieces of contains metallic wire.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 370 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION MA and Canada.
PRODUCT
2 1/4 oz packages of Fritos Brand Original Corn Chips (BBQ Fritos were packaged
in original Fritos labeling)
CODE Freshness Date: September 10 Lot
5342186293.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Frito Lay, Plano, TX.
Manufacturer: Frito-Lay, Inc., Louisville, KY.
REASON Bags actually contained a second product, Fritos Bar-B-Q flavor Corn
Chips.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 144 cases (8,640 packages total).
DISTRIBUTION KY, OH, IN, TN, AK, AL, MS, GA, WV and IL.
Product: Chicken Base Paste
Codes: Produced on May 31, 2002. The products being
recalled are 1-pound packages of "CLASSIC TUREEN Chicken Base Paste."
Each package label has a code of "84525," and an establishment number
of "P-6798" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The above-mentioned product was misbranded
because the containers were labeled as chicken base paste but contained pork
base paste. Furthermore, the product contained soy protein and wheat gluten
that were not declared on the chicken base paste labels. Soy protein and wheat
gluten are known allergens.
Discovered: On September 11, 2002, the
firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that they
received information from their customer that the above-mentioned product was
not as labeled. Subsequent investigation by the firm's quality assurance
revealed that the product was incorrectly labeled and stated that the product contained
soy protein and wheat gluten that were not declared on the chicken base paste
labels. The firm notified FSIS and initiated the recall voluntarily.
Establishment: Park 100 Foods, Inc. 326 East Adams Street Tipton, IN 46072
Contact: Brenda Jahnke, Sales Coordinator,
317-585-9598
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 2,200 pounds
Distribution: Indianapolis, IN
Product: "Oscar Mayer Lunchables" brand
"Cracker Stackers" with Lean Turkey Breast, in 3.8 OZ (107g) &
6.75 FL OZ (200 ml) packages.
Codes: Produced August 11, 2002. A purchase and use
date of "NOV 19 02 C EST.537L" followed by an hour code from 16:31 to
19:55 appears within a red strip on the package end panel.
Problem: The meat component of the product is ham
rather than turkey as labeled.
Discovered: On September 10, 2002, the
firm notified FSIS that it was recalling the product based on results of an
internal investigation conducted subsequent to receiving reports from customers
that the product was mislabeled.
Establishment: Kraft Foods 140 Spring Street Avon, NY 14414
Contact: Kraft Foods Consumer Response &
Information Center, 800-222-2323
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 12,600 pounds
Distribution: Florida, Georgia, Louisiana,
Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North
Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia & Wisconsin
Kellogg USA Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs, Milk, Soybeans, or Almonds in Kellogg's® Cracklin' Oat Bran® and Kellogg's® Smart Start® Cereals
Kellogg
USA of Battle Creek, Mich., is recalling a limited number of Kellogg's®
Cracklin' Oat Bran® cereal products because they may contain undeclared egg,
milk or soybeans and a limited number of Kellogg's® Smart Start® cereal club
store packs because they may contain undeclared almonds and milk. People who
have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg, milk, soybeans or almonds run the
risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these
products.
Affected
by this recall are 327,400 packages of 17-ounce Kellogg's® Cracklin' Oat Bran®
cereal with a UPC code of 38000 04530 and Better If Used Before Dates of JUN 19
2003, JUL 17 2003, JUL 18 2003, and JUL 19 2003 printed on the top of the
package. These packages were distributed through retail grocery stores
nationwide.
Also
affected by this recall are 22,176 club store packages of 41.03-ounce
Kellogg's® Smart Start® cereal with a UPC code of 38000 71550 and a Better If
Used Before Date beginning May 09 2003 KNC printed on the top of the package.
These packages were distributed through Costco and BJ's Club Warehouse stores
nationwide.
This
recalls were initiated after investigation of consumer complaints revealed that
products containing the listed allergens were mixed in with products, which do
not contain these allergens. Subsequent investigation indicates that the
problems were caused by a temporary breakdown in the manufacturing facility
production and packaging processes, which only affected the specific Better If
Used Before dates indicated above.
Consumers who have purchased packages of 17-ounce Kellogg's® Cracklin' Oat Bran® cereal with a UPC code of 38000 04530 and Better If Used Before Dates of JUN 19 2003, JUL 17 2003, JUL 18 2003, and JUL 19 2003 or club store packages of 41.03-ounce Kellogg's® Smart Start® cereal with a UPC code of 38000 71550 and a Better If Used Before Date of May 09 2003 KNC can contact Kellogg Consumer Affairs at 800-527-1557 for further information and instructions.
International Multifoods Issues Allergy Alert for Pillsbury Chocolate Chip Muffin Mix Due to Undeclared Milk Ingredient
International
Multifoods Corp. today announced that it is voluntarily recalling 753 cases
(18,072 pouches) of 8.2 oz. Pillsbury Chocolate Chip muffin mix with a
production code of D2S15A1, because the lot may contain chocolate chips
produced with milk that was not listed on the packages’ ingredient label.
People who are allergic or highly sensitive to milk run the risk of a serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The
only affected packages were manufactured on April 15 and have a production code
of D2S15A1 located on the back of the pouch. No other code date, flavor or
variety of Pillsbury muffin mix is impacted. The product was distributed
through retail stores in Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan,
Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont and
Wisconsin.
The
recall was initiated after it was discovered that chocolate chips containing
milk were included in the mix and that the package did not reveal the presence
of the milk on the label.
Consumers who have a known allergy to milk and have purchased Pillsbury Chocolate Chip muffin mix with a production code of D2S15A1 should not consume the product and should contact the company at 1-800-767-4466 for replacement.
Carbolite Foods Recalls Milk
Chocolate Bars Due to Undeclared Almonds
Carbolite Foods in Evansville issues an allergy alert on undeclared almonds in Carbolite brand 1.75-ounce milk chocolate bars. Carbolite Foods is recalling Carbolite brand 1.75-ounce milk chocolate bars that bear the code T09002B, BB-4/03 stamped on the end of the wrapper on the reverse side of the product. People who have an allergy or a severe sensitivity to almonds run risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. This recall was initiated after several consumers called the company to report almonds in milk chocolate bar wrappers.
The product was shipped on multiple dates to distributors and food retail
outlets in Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa,
Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, North
Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto
Rico, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. No other code
dates and Carbolite products are affected.
Carbolite
Milk Chocolate bars do not ordinarily include almonds, so it is not listed as
an ingredient on packages. Tree nut allergies affect less than 1% of all
Americans. This product poses no problem if you are not allergic to tree nuts.
Consumers
who have Carbolite 1.75-ounce milk chocolate bars with the code T09002B,
BB-4/03 may obtain a full refund or replacement by calling Carbolite Foods
Consumer Hotline at 1-(800) 524-4473. The company said it has identified and
corrected the cause of the mislabeling of the product in question and stressed
that no other products or codes are affected.
PRODUCT
Aura Cacia Rich Moisturizing Shampoo packaged in 12 and 32-fl. oz. bottles.
CODE 12-oz. bottles - Lots 2170 and 2171; 32-oz. bottles - Lots 2171 and 2172.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Frontier Natural Brands, Norway,
IA.
REASON The product is contaminated with Enterobacter gergoviae.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,752 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and Canada.
PRODUCT
a) Tuna Salad sandwiches; b) Pimento Cheese sandwiches.
CODE Expiration date (7 days from production date).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER M&F Distributing Company, Inc., Bedford, IN
REASON
a) Tuna salad sandwiches contained undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5. b) Pimento
cheese sandwiches contained undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5 and Yellow No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 30 sandwiches.
DISTRIBUTION IN.
PRODUCT
a) "Besitos de Coco" (Coconut Kisses, a sweet baked product), in 6 oz
plastic containers. b) Aguada brand Bizcocho de Zanahorias (Carrot Cake) in 10
oz and 12 oz packages. Product packed in round aluminum molds with clear
plastic lids.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Oasis de Aguada, Inc., Aguada, Puerto Rico.
REASON a) The Besitos de Coco contain undeclared FD& C yellow #5 and #6. b)
The Bizcocho de Zanahorias contains undeclared FD&C Yellow #5 and #6 and
FD&C Red # 40.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,861 units.
DISTRIBUTION Puerto Rico.
PRODUCT
Sabrosos Pilones" brand, pineapple/coconut flavored lollypops.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Silgra Bakery, Inc., Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico.
REASON The product contained undeclared FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Yellow
No. 6, and FD&C Red No. 40.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,152 units.
DISTRIBUTION Puerto Rico.
PRODUCT
Mountain Dew in 12 oz. aluminum cans.
CODE April 15 02 1645ES101.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Pepsi Cola Bottling aka National
Beverages, Inc., Orlando, FL
REASON
Mountain Dew may be contaminated with equipment cleaning fluid.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 7200 cases.
DISTRIBUTION FL.
Product: Ground Beef Products
Codes:
Produced
August 31, 2002. The ground beef products being recalled are 10-lb. chubs
packed in 60-lb. cases. The cases are labeled as follows: "PURE GROUND BEEF 93 COARSE"
bearing the code "1930316100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF CHUCK COARSE" bearing the code "1940056100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF ROUND X 85" bearing the code "1941116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 75 COARSE" bearing the code "1910216100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 81 COARSE" bearing the code "1920116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 91 COARSE" bearing the code "1930146100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN X 90" bearing the code "1942116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN COARSE" bearing the code "1942016100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 91 COARSE" bearing the code "1930116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 73 COARSE GU" bearing the code "1910016110."
Also
being recalled are 10 lb. chubs packed in 40-lb. cases. The cases are labeled
as "PURE GROUND BEEF X SIRLOIN FINE" bearing the code
"1942164100;" All cases and individual chubs of the products being
recalled bear the date "AUG3102" and the establishment code
"EST. 1311" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A follow-up verification
sample was collected by FSIS from a federal establishment that has received
source beef products from EST. # 1311, reported positive for E. coli O157:H7.
Based on this finding, the firm has voluntarily initiated the recall.
Establishment: Moyer Packing Company 249 Allentown RD. Souderton, PA 18964
Contact: Kelly Romaniello, Director of Company
Relations, 215-723-5559
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 203,600 pounds
Distribution: To a manufacturer in
Pennsylvania and retail distributors in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia,
Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Product: Frozen 8-oz. packages of "SAFEWAY SELECT
FIRECRACKERS Beef, Cheese & Jalapeño APPETIZERS" for distribution in
the United States, 8-oz. packages of "SAFEWAY SELECT FIRECRACKERS Beef,
Cheese & Jalapeño" for distribution in Canada. One side of the
packages for Canadian distribution bears the French translation "PÉTARDS
Beouf, fromage et jalapeño" and 6-pound, 4-ounce boxes of "Golden
Tiger BEEF & CHEESE FIRECRACKERS".
Codes: Produced prior to August 29, 2002. The
8-ounce packages bear a "Best Used By" date of "AUG 28 03"
or earlier. The 6-pound, 4-ounce boxes bear a production date code of 02010 or
a lower number. The establishment code "EST. 9281" appears inside the
USDA mark of inspection on all items.
Problem: The product contains undeclared sulfiting
agents.
Discovered: The problem was discovered
by the firm while conducting a label review at the request of their customer
Safeway Stores.
Establishment: Golden Tiger 6711 Alameda Street Los Angeles, CA 90001
Contact: Jerry Kobayashi, Vice President, 323-582-2872
Quantity Recalled: Undetermined
Distribution: United States and Canada
Product: Cooked Cured Beef Loaf
Codes: Produced between Aug 5, 2002 and September
06, 2002. The products subject to recall are: 5-pound vacuum-packed bags of
"ALFERY’S Overbrook BRAND, COOKED CURED BEEF LOAF." Each package
bears the establishment code "Est. 9702" inside the USDA mark of
inspection. Each package also is stamped with a three-digit Julian date code
and numbered between "219 and 249."
Problem: The product may be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
Discovered: A routine microbiological
monitoring program sample was collected by the Food Safety and Inspection
Service (FSIS) on September 11, 2002. It was reported positive for Listeria
monocytogenes on September 17, 2002.
Establishment: Alfery's Sausage Company,
Inc. RD # 6, Box 2060 Mount Pleasant, PA 15666
Contact: Michael F. Alfery, Plant Manager,
724-547-5270
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 185 pounds
Distribution: Westmoreland County,
Pennsylvania
Consumer Alert: State
Agriculture Commisioner Issues Warning on Nova Salmon Bits
State
Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned consumers not to eat
"Sliced Smoked Nova Salmon Pieces" sold at Key Food Store #646, 22-15
31st Street, Astoria, Queens, New York due to Listeria contamination.
"Sliced Smoked Nova Salmon Pieces are packaged in a plastic container of
varying sizes, with the code "Sell By September 24, 2002". Key Food
Store #646 is conducting a voluntary recall of the product. According to the
company, the product was sold in the Astoria, Queens area.
The problem was discovered as a result of routine sampling by New York State
Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors. Production of the
product has been suspended while the company investigates the source of the
problem.
Listeria is a common organism found in nature. It can cause serious
complications for pregnant women, such as stillbirth. Other problems can
manifest in people with compromised immune systems. Listeria can also cause
serious flu-like symptoms in healthy individuals. Consumers who have purchased
this product should return it to the place of purchase or discard it.
Salvati Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Cabrioni Brand Vanilla Wafer Cookies
Salvati
Foods, Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y. is recalling 14 ounce packages of
"Cabrioni Biscotti" Vanilla Wafers "Wafers Alla Vaniglia"
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 Cabrioni Vanilla Wafers were distributed in the New York City
metropolitan area (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut) in retail stores. The
recalled product is uncoded, and comes in a 14 ounce sealed plastic bag. It is
a product of Italy.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by a New York State Dept. of Agriculture & Markets Food Inspector revealed that this product was distributed in packaging that did not indicate the presence of peanuts. Consumers who have purchased the 14 ounce packages of Cabrioni Vanilla Wafers are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Salvati Foods at I -516-932-8300.
Recent
tests show that the above named product contains the ingredient
"Konjac". This product poses a serious choking risk, particiularly to
infants, children, and the elderly.
The
candies are sold under the brand names New Choice Mini Fruit Gels, Yummy Choice
Fruit Gel Snack and Sheng Hsiang Jen (chinese label) Conjac Coconut jell in the
following flavors: apple, grape, taro, lychee, peach, pineapple, mango, orange,
lemon, strawberry, and as "assorted" flavors. Each gel cup is about
the size of a single-serve coffee creamer. The gel cups are sold in 250 gram
(8.75 oz) and 300 gram (10.5 oz) plastic bags or in 1100 gram (38.5 oz) and
1500 gram (52.5 oz) plastic jars. Some of these products have a warning
suggesting that they are a choking hazard, and some labels state that they
should not be consumed by children of various ages, ranging from 3 to 6 years
of age.
Please
examine the stock immediately to determine if you have any of the product on
hand. If so discontinue distributing the lot and promptly return product for a
full refund. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact
our office Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at (610) 736-0501.
South Beach Beverage Co. Issues Voluntary Recall of SoBe Tsunami Orange Cream Flavored Beverage in Parts of 15 States Due to Undeclared Milk Protein
South
Beach Beverage Company today announced the voluntary recall of as many as
17,280 cases of SoBe Tsunami Orange Cream Flavored Beverage in 20-ounce glass
bottles due to undeclared milk protein. People who have an allergy or severe
sensitivity to milk run the risk of a potentially serious or life-threatening
allergic reaction if they consume the product.
This
mislabeling issue is plain to see. The only packages that may be affected by
this recall are 20-ounce bottles of SoBe Tsunami Orange Cream Flavored Beverage
that have a SoBe Green Tea label on the back panel and bear the production code
AUG 11 03 CT823 XXXX VG080722.
There
is nothing wrong with the product quality and, while it is correctly identified
as SoBe Tsunami Orange Cream Flavored Beverage on the front label, certain back
panels, which include nutrition facts and ingredients, may be mislabeled as
SoBe Green Tea. These labels were incorrectly applied at one production
facility and the issue was discovered after the bottles were released for
distribution. The potentially affected packages have been distributed primarily
to convenience stores and other retail outlets in parts of 15 states: Kansas,
Louisiana, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska,
North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Consumers
who find a mislabeled bottle of SoBe Tsunami Orange Cream Flavored Beverage can
call SoBe Consumer Relations at 1-800-588-0548 to replace the product. For
individuals who do not have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, the
product is perfectly safe to drink.
There have been no reported allergic reactions or illnesses associated with this mislabeling issue to date. No other SoBe products or packages are affected. Consumers who want more information can call SoBe Consumer Relations at 1-800-588-0548.
Product: Ground Beef Products and Whole Muscle Beef
Chuck for grinding
Codes:
The added product is identified as follows: Two bins (combos), 4,639 pounds, of
"571266100 BF BNLS 2 WAY CHUCK THIN PAC" shipped to one customer on
or about August 30, 2002. The bins (combos) bear the establishment code
"EST. 1311" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Produced August 31,
2002. The ground beef products being recalled are 10-lb. chubs packed in 60-lb.
cases. The cases are labeled as follows:
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 93 COARSE" bearing the code "1930316100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF CHUCK COARSE" bearing the code "1940056100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF ROUND X 85" bearing the code "1941116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 75 COARSE" bearing the code "1910216100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 81 COARSE" bearing the code "1920116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 91 COARSE" bearing the code "1930146100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN X 90" bearing the code "1942116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN COARSE" bearing the code "1942016100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 91 COARSE" bearing the code "1930116100;"
"PURE
GROUND BEEF 73 COARSE GU" bearing the code "1910016110."
Also
being recalled are 10 lb. chubs packed in 40-lb. cases. The cases are labeled
as "PURE GROUND BEEF X SIRLOIN FINE" bearing the code
"1942164100." All cases and individual chubs of the products being
recalled bear the date "AUG3102" and the establishment code
"EST. 1311" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: A follow-up verification
sample was collected by FSIS from a federal establishment that has received
source beef products from EST. 1311, reported positive for E. coli O157:H7.
Based on this finding, the firm has voluntarily initiated the recall. On
September 20, 2002, this recall was expanded following a FSIS investigation
indicating that an additional product may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7. FSIS will continue to conduct follow-up activities related to
this recall as warranted.
Establishment: Moyer Packing Company 249 Allentown RD. Souderton, PA 18964
Contact: Kelly Romaniello, Director of Company
Relations, 215-723-5559
Quantity Recalled: Expanded to
approximately 208,200 pounds
Distribution: To a manufacturer in Pennsylvania and retail distributors in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia. The added product was shipped to one customer in West Virginia
PRODUCT Zhongqiao Brand Conjac Coconut Jelly candy - Made in
China. There is no firm name or address
in English on the jar label or individual cups. a) Candies sold as jars of
assorted flavors - grape, lychee, mango, orange, peach, and pineapple; b)
Candies sold as jars of lychee flavor. The product is packaged in individual
serving sized plastic cups with foil lids, with the product meant to be
squeezed out of the cup directly into the mouth. The 16.7 gram individual serving cups are packaged in 1000 gram
round plastic jars/6 jars per box, sold two boxes per case.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall
was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Hanmi, Inc.,
Chicago, IL.
Manufacturer:
Zhongshan Foodstuffs Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. of Guangdong, China Zhongshan
City, Guangdong, CN.
REASON This 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 1,867 cases.
DISTRIBUTION IL, IN, MO, IA, NE, MI, MN and KY.
PRODUCT Mozzarella Cheese, 20 lb. blocks.
CODE Vats 7 and 8, 7/26/02 production.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Cedar Valley Cheese,
Belgium, WI
REASON The cheese was contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Cheese was shipped from vats
7, 8 and 9 and totaled 18,000 to 19,000 pounds with 10,729 pounds from vats 7
& 8.
DISTRIBUTION IL.
PRODUCT Dried basil leaves sold under either Spice World
brand or Roma brand.
CODE The Spice World brand was coded with
"0912" on the label. The Roma brand was not coded. The firm recalled product distributed
between
January 4, 2002, and May 23, 2002.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Spice World Inc., Orlando,
FL
REASON The product was contaminated with Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 76 cases of 24/1 oz and
220/5 lb. and 310 1.5 lb.
DISTRIBUTION FL.
PRODUCT a) Astor brand Sesame Seeds in 1 oz. plastic (poly)
bottles and 2 oz. glass bottles; b) "Fischer's Greens Seasoning" in
29 oz. plastic bottles, which contain sesame seeds, minced onions, salt,
dehydrated onions, sugar, paprika, turmeric, dextrose, red pepper, mustard,
artificial flavor, yeast extracts, dehydrated garlic, and extract of paprika.
CODE a) Astor brand Sesame Seeds in 1 oz. bottles -
product number 1218; lot # 02-099, Sell by date of 5/15/04. Astor brand Sesame
Seeds in 2 oz. bottles - product number 1784; lot # 02-099, Sell by dates of
2/27/04 to 5/15/04.
b)
"Fischer's Greens Seasoning" - product number 19108; lot # 02-099,
Sell by dates of 3/20/04 to 05/08/04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Astor Products, Inc. (A
Division of Winn Dixie Stores, Inc.), Jacksonville, FL
REASON The products were contaminated with Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Total 2759 lbs. (73 cases of
Sesame seeds in 1 oz. bottles, 108 cases of
Sesame seeds in 2 oz. bottles, and 1435 cases of Greens Seasoning).
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Dried Oregano sold under either Spice Eagle brand or
Roma brand.
CODE The firm recalled all products shipped between Feb.
18, 2002 and May 9, 2002.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Spice World Inc., Orlando,
FL.
REASON FDA's analysis revealed the presence of salmonella
in a sample of dried oregano.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1490 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION FL.
PRODUCT Salted butter packaged in 25 kg.(55.115 lb.)
cardboard boxes.
CODE 316-8.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Graf Creamery Inc., Zachow,
WI
REASON Butter was contaminated with Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 88-25kg (55.115 lb.) bulk
butter in cardboard boxes.
DISTRIBUTION IL.
PRODUCT Raw Mung Bean Sprouts packaged in 5, 10, and 15 lb.
plastic bags.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall
was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Hien Van Tran So. Portland,
ME.
REASON Mung Bean Sprouts were associated with an outbreak
of Salmonella enteritidis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approximately 1,000 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION MN.
PRODUCT Whole, halved, and cubed cantaloupes.
CODE
Redi-Cut
Item Description Case Code Tray Code
Use Thru Date
3
Count PH whole DOM
5/7-5/11 No tray
code
Cantaloupe
halved 1 x 15# 5/19-5/23 Use thru
5/19-5/23
Cantaloupe
8x1# 5/12-5/17
Julian
9127-9131
Cantaloupe
Chunks 2 x 2.5# 5/16-5/23 Use thru
5/16-5/23
Cant/H-dew
2 x 5# 5/11-5/18 Julian 9126-9131
Cantaloupe/honeydew
combo 2 x 5# 5/12-5/19 No tray code
Cantaloupe/honeydew
combo 2x2.5# 5/17-5/22 Use thru
5/17-5/22
Fruit
trio 3 x 2.5# 5/12-5/16 Julian
9127-9131
Retail
4 x 2# mix 5/12-5/17 Julian 9127-9131
Retail
Fruit mix 8 x 1 # 5/12-5/17 Julian 9127-9131
PW
Retail Combo 8 x 1# 5/12-5/17 Sell by 5/12-5/17
Retail
Fruit Combo 8 x 1# 5/12-5/17 Julian 9127-9131
PW
Cant/H-dew/W-melon 4x2.5# 5/12-5/17 Sell by 5/12-5/17
3
Melon medley 4x1.32# 5/12-5/17 Julian
9127-9131.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Redi-Cut Foods, Inc.,
Franklin Park, IL
REASON Cantaloupes were contaminated with Salmonella poona.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,979 cases.
DISTRIBUTION IL, WI, IN, MI, KS, NE, MO, OH and MN.
PRODUCT Aristoff American Paddlefish Caviar Malossol,
refrigerated. Product sold in 1, 4, 7,
8, or 16 ounce glass containers.
CODE 20 pounds.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Petrossian
Distribution, Inc., Dallas, TX
REASON FDA sampling of caviar tested positive for L.
monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 20 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION TX and LA.
PRODUCT Gustafson brand Chocolate Break Chocolate Flavored
Imitation Lowfat Drink packaged in one gallon HDPE plastic containers.
CODE All products with a “sell by” date up to Aug 26 02D.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Gustafson's Dairy Green Cove
Springs, FL
REASON The product contained undeclared whey powder.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 700 gallons, 4 gallons per
case.
DISTRIBUTION FL.
PRODUCT The following products sold under the "Vogels
Bakery" label: a) Cheese Babka, 16 oz; b) Crumb Topping Babka, 16 oz;
c)
Heavy Italian Bread, 24 oz; d) Hard Rolls, 8 oz; e) Rye Bread, 16 oz. and Rye
Bread, 24 oz.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall
was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Vogels International Bakery,
Utica, NY
REASON The babkas, rolls, and rye bread contained
undeclared egg ingredients. The Heavy Italian Bread contained undeclared soybean
flour.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE a) and b) Babkas-48 loaves;
c) Heavy Italian Bread-45 loaves; d) hard rolls-360 ea; e) Rye bread-135
loaves.
DISTRIBUTION NY.
PRODUCT Niki's brand dressings, as follows: a) Greek salad
dressing in 16 fl. oz. and 1 gallon containers; b) Feta Cheese Dressing in 16
fl. oz. containers; c) Garlic Ranch Dressing in 16 fl. oz. containers; d)
Submarine Dressing in 22 fl. oz. plastic bottles.
CODE All lots not labeled as containing egg.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Niki's Food Co., Inc.,
Detroit, MI
REASON The products contained undeclared egg yolks.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 500 cases.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT a) PECAN cookies in 6 oz. plastic containers (8
cookies/container);
b)
ALMOND cookies in 6 oz. plastic containers (7 cookies/container).
CODE Best by 9/4.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER An Xuyen Bakery, Inc.,
Portland, OR
REASON The products contained undeclared whey solids.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.
DISTRIBUTION OR.
PRODUCT Mr. C's Deli brand rolls/buns/breads sold in
multiple packages: Undeclared whey and FD&C colors No. 5 and No. 6
a)
Onion Rolls; Undeclared whey.
b)
Dinner Rolls;
c)
Sausage Buns;
d)
Super Sub Buns;
d)
Italian Buns;
f)
Hard Crust Italian;
g)
Raw Dinner Rolls;
h) Raw
Italian Bread;
i)
Unsliced Italian Bread;
j)
Sub Buns;
k)
12 inch Sub Buns;
l)
Jumbo Buns;
m)
Italian Bread;
n)
American Bread.
CODE Exp. 6/24, 6/25 and 6/26 (Products are coded with
expiration date of two days from the date of manufacture).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Mr. C's Pizza & Deli,
Inc., Roseville, MI
REASON The products contained undeclared whey. Product a)
also contained undeclared FD&C colors No. 5 and No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 1000 packages.
DISTRIBUTION MI.
PRODUCT a) Smart & Final Brand 3 inch Buttermilk
Biscuits, 2 oz., 10 Dozen, Net 15 LB.; frozen, fully baked. Product number 1019 ;
b)
Frosty Acres Brand 3 inch Buttermilk Biscuits, 2 oz., 10 Doz.; frozen, fully
baked. Product Number 1019 and Frosty
Acres Brand 3 inch Sliced Buttermilk
Biscuits, 2 oz., 10 Doz.; frozen, fully baked.
Product Number 1024;
c)
Frosty Acres Brand 3 inch Country Hy Homestyle Biscuits, 2 oz., 8 Doz.; frozen,
fully baked. Product Number 1039.
CODE All lots.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Awrey Bakeries Inc.,
Livonia, MI
REASON The products contained undeclared eggs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Approx. 9,000 dozen.
DISTRIBUTION FL, IL and TX.
PRODUCT Fresh Whole Barracuda.
CODE The firm recalled uncoded products that were shipped
on July 01, 08, and 11, 2002.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Recalling Firm: Stavis Seafood Inc., Boston, MA
REASON Barracuda may contain ciguatera toxin.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 584 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MA, MN and NY.
PRODUCT Apple Strudel, 24 pcs count, Net Wt. 10 oz., Case Wt
15 lbs.
CODE All Codes.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Orange Bakery, Inc., Irvine,
CA
REASON The product contained undeclared FD&C Yellow No.
5 and FD&C Yellow No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 660 cases.
DISTRIBUTION IL.
Nut Country, USA Issues Allergy Alert for 11 of its Products for Undeclared Allergens
Nut
Country, USA, Visalia, CA, is recalling the following products as they may
contain undeclared ingredients that may pose a possible health risk. Nut
Country is recalling ALL CODES of the following listed products for the various
reasons.
Candy
Corn - 16 oz. - (undeclared egg albumin, red #40, yellow #5, yellow #6)
Cheddar
Oat Bran Mix - 16 oz. - (undeclared wheat flour, cheddar cheese (pasteurized
milk, cheese cultures)
Country
Crunch -16 oz. - (undeclared non-fat milk, soy flour)
Easter
Jubilee Mix - 16 oz. - (undeclared whey, wheat flour, soy lecithin, blue #1,
blue #1 lake, red #40 lake, yellow #5 lake)
Fire
Starter - 16 oz. - (undeclared unbleached wheat flour, soybeans, yellow 5 &
6, turmeric)
Holly
Mix - 16 oz. - (undeclared milk chocolate, dry whole milk, egg whites, red #40)
Mustard
Pretzels - 8 oz - (undeclared non-fat milk, soy flour)
Speckled
Malt Eggs - 16 oz. - (undeclared whey, wheat flour, milk, blue #1, red #40,
blue #1 lake, red #40 lake, yellow #5 lake)
Yogurt
Almonds - 8 oz. - (undeclared peanut traces, soy lecithin, non-fat dry milk.)
Yogurt
Pretzels - 8 oz. - (undeclared nut and/or peanut traces, soy lecithin, non-fat
dry milk)
Yogurt
Raisins - 16 oz. - (undeclared peanut traces, soy lecithin, non-fat dry milk)
Products
were distributed locally in Visalia, CA area, primarily through direct sales by
small distributors. The product can be identified by the label with company of
"Nut Country - Visalia, Ca".
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the products containing the allergens were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of these allergens. Consumers who have purchased any of the above products may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or to Nut Country, 2533 E. Valley Oak Drive, Visalia, CA 93291 or call 559-739-7025.
Soyco Foods® Issues Allergy Alert Regarding Possible Trace of Milk Protein In 9,847 Cases of 100% Dairy/Casein Free Soymage Vegan Single Slices
Soyco
Foods, a division of Galaxy Nutritional Foods (AMEX: GXY), makers of Soymage
Vegan Brand 100% Dairy/Casein free alternatives is recalling 4,871 cases of its
6 ounce packages of Vegan Singles Mozzarella (IWS - Individually Wrapped
Slices) and 4,976 cases of its 6 ounce packages of Vegan Singles Yellow
American because they may possibly contain trace amounts of milk protein.
People who have allergies to milk protein run the possible risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The
recalled Vegan Single Slice (IWS) product was distributed through distribution
centers in the following states: NY, IA, CA, OH, PA, FL, IL, WI, WA, VT, CO,
OR, IN, NJ, TX, MN, GA, NH and CT for further distribution to retail stores
possibly nationwide. The product comes in a 6 oz IWS film with two flavors, UPC
# 0-77172-64020-4 (Mozzarella) and UPC # 0-77172-64025-9 (Yellow American), and
expiration dates of January 23, 2003 or prior stamped on the front display
panel.
This
voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that a milk
protein-containing product may have been mistakenly cross-mixed into the
dairy-free Vegan Slices. Immediate actions in processing have already been
taken to insure this possibility is eliminated for future production. New
production is already underway and will carry a special Quality Assurance Seal
on each package for the next several months, thus helping our distributors,
trade partners, and loyal consumers identify this new product.
Consumers who have purchased the 6 oz IWS packages of Vegan Slices that are allergic to milk proteins are urged to dispose the product and contact Galaxy Nutritional Foods directly at 1-800-441-9419 to receive a full refund for their purchase and to address any questions they may have.
Product: Pork Tenderloin
Codes: Produced on July 11, 2002, August 07, 2002,
September 06, 2002, September 13, 2002, and September 20, 2002. The products
being recalled are two-pound packages of "INDIANA KITCHEN, PORK
TENDERLOIN, GARLIC FLAVORED." The establishment number "EST.
17564" appears inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each package also bears
one of the following sell or freeze by dates: "8 08 02," "9 04
02," "10 11 02," or "10 18 02."
Problem: The above-mentioned product was incorrectly
labeled (misbranded) because it may contain peanut and sesame oils that were
not declared on the product label. Peanut and sesame oils are known allergens.
Discovered: On September 25, 2002, the
firm reported to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that the
above-mentioned product may contain peanut and sesame oils that were not
declared in the ingredient statement on the labels and initiated the recall
voluntarily.
Establishment: Indiana Packers
Corporation Highway 421 South, County
Road 100 North Delphi, Indiana 46923
Contact: Edward Nelson, President, 765-564-7278 or
Gary Jacobson, Executive Vice President, 765-564-7216
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 730 pounds
Distribution: Indiana, Kentucky, New
Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The products were also shipped to Bermuda
and Japan.
Product:
The
following products subject to recall were distributed to retail
stores in 1 to 5-pound packages:
"READY
TO GRILL, GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES, THICK 1/3 LB PATTIES." The following
label is also applied to the package: "GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES, CONTAINS
20% FAT."
"GROUND
CHUCK, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 20% FAT." The following label is also applied
to the package: "GROUND CHUCK BEEF, CONTAINS 20% FAT."
"LEAN
GROUND BEEF, 100% BEEF, 92% LEAN, 8% FAT." The following label is also
applied to the package: "GROUND BEEF, CONTAINS 8% FAT."
"GROUND
BEEF, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 27% FAT." The following label is also applied to
the package: "GROUND BEEF, CONTAINS 27% FAT."
"GROUND
ROUND, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 15% FAT." The following label is also applied
to the package: "GROUND BEEF ROUND, CONTAINS 15% FAT."
"EXTRA
LEAN GROUND BEEF, 100% BEEF, 96% LEAN, 4% FAT." The following label is
also applied to the package: "LEAN GROUND BEEF, CONTAINS 4% FAT."
"GROUND
CHUCK PATTIES, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 20% FAT." The following label is also
applied to the package: "GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES, CONTAINS 20%
FAT."
"GROUND
ROUND PATTIES, 100% BEEF, CONTAINS 15% FAT." The following label also
applied to the package: "GROUND BEEF ROUND PATTIES, CONTAINS 15%
FAT."
5-pound
bags of "Our Own KITCHEN, 20 QUARTER POUND, 100% PURE, BEEF PATTIES."
SUPER
TRU BRAND MEAT, PRESTIGE GENUINE GROUND BEEF."
The
following ground beef products subject to recall were distributed to the
foodservice trade:
20-pound
boxes of "FRESH GROUND BEEF, 2/10, PACKED FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE,
5829940."
20-pound
boxes of "FRESH GROUND BEEF, 2/10, PACKED FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE,
7222201."
20-pound
boxes of "FRESH GROUND BEEF, 2/10, PACKED FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE,
1003516."
20-pound
boxes of "FRESH GROUND BEEF, 2/10, PACKED FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE,
1077643."
Codes: Produced from August 20 through 24, 2002. The
retail products have sell by dates of 8-29-02, 8-30-02, 8-31-02, 9-1-02 or
9-2-02. All of the products listed above include the establishment code
"EST. 20654" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem: The products may be contaminated with Escherichia
coli O157:H7.
Discovered: On September 27, 2002, an
investigation by FSIS, in cooperation with the Minnesota Department of Health,
connected the recalled products with cases of illness in Minnesota.
Establishment: Emmpak Foods, Inc. 200 S. Emmber Lane Milwaukee, WI 53233
Contact: Emmpak Consumer Hotline, 877-817-7622
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 416,000 pounds
Distribution: Retail markets in Illinois,
Michigan, Minnesota & Wisconsin and institutional foodservice customers
nationwide.