AUGUST 2005

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 6

PRODUCT Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs Oreo Thin Crisps Baked Chocolate Wafer Snacks, 4.86 oz. cartons containing six individual serving bags, 6 cartons per case, UPC 446170
CODE Best When Used By 04DEC05BD case code 5338BD
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Kraft Inc., Northfield, IL
Manufacturer: Consolidated Biscuit Company, Mc Comb, OH.
REASON Some of the boxes of Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs Oreo Thin Crisps may contain some individual bags of Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs Chips Ahoy Thin Crisps which are made with milk, not declared on the Oreo box.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 17,102 cases
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT
a) Beef and Cheese sub sandwich, net wt. 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
b) Beef and Cheese sandwich on wheat bread, net wt. 6 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
c) Ham and cheese submarine sandwich, net wt. 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
d) Ham and swiss on onion sub bun, net wt. 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
e) Ham and cheese sandwich on wheat bread, net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand,
f) Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread, net wt. 6 oz. or 229 grams, FRESH FROM THE DELI brand, 

g) Ham and cheese sandwich on white sub bun, net wt. 4 oz., In Your Belly Deli brand,
h) Ham and cheese buddy sandwich on white bun, net wt. 6.5 and 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, and Fresh from the Deli brand,
i) Charbroil beef patty sandwich on white bun, net wt. 4.75 oz., In Your Belly Deli brand,
j) Super beef patty sandwich on white seeded bun, net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, In Your Belly Deli and FRESH FROM THE DELI brand labels. 
k) Super beef patty on white bun sandwich, net wt. 7 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
l) Gigantic cheeseburger on white seeded bun, 100% ground beef, net wt. 6.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, 

m) Gigantic beef burger on white seeded bun, 100% pure beef, net wt. 7.5 oz., Fresh from the Deli brand, n) 'MEGA' Bacon cheeseburger sandwich on white seeded bun, net wt. 8.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
o) Bacon & Beef Patty sandwich on white seeded bun, Net wt. 7 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
p) Char-Broiled Pork Rib sandwich on sesame seed bun, net wt. 4.5 oz., In Your Belly Deli brand,
q) Turkey and cheese sandwich, net wt. 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
r) Turkey and cheese sandwich, net wt. 8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand
s) Turkey and cheese Buddy sandwich on white bun, Net wt. 6.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand,
t) Turkey and cheese sandwich on wheat bread, Net wt. 6.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
u) Ham & Turkey Hoagie sandwich on hoagie bun, Net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand,
v) Ham & Turkey Hoagie sandwich on sesame seeded bun, Net wt. 5.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand 
w) Twin chili cheese dogs on hot dog buns, Net wt. 6.5 and 7.8 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, and FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
x) Tuna salad sandwich on wheat bread, Net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, and FRESH FROM THE DELI brand
y) Giant Eastsider sandwich on original flat bread, net wt. 6.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
z) Cold cut combo Hoagie sandwich on white bread, net wt. 6.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
aa) Egg Salad sandwich on wheat bread, net wt. 5 oz. and 5.5 oz, EASTSIDE DELI brand, and FRESH FROM THE DELI brand
bb) Chicken sandwich on plain white bun, net wt.5.5 oz., In Your Belly Deli brand,
cc) Chicken salad sandwich, Net wt. 5 oz. and 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI brand, and FRESH FROM
THE DELI brand, 
dd) Chicken & swiss sandwich on plain bun, net wt. 5.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand,
ee) Southern fried chicken sandwich on plain bun, net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELIbrand, and FRESH
FROM THE DELI brand
ff) Spicy chicken & swiss sandwich on multi grain bun, net wt. 5.5 oz., FRESH FROM THE DELI brand
gg) Spicy chicken w/swiss Buffalo style sandwich on multi grain bun, net wt. 5.5 oz., EASTSIDE DELI
brand
CODE All sandwiches dated April 4, 2005 or earlier.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Eastside Deli Supply Inc

REASON The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on the State of Michiganís analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION IN, MI, and OH

PRODUCT Golden Flower brand Dried Ginger, Net Wt. 6 oz. 170 g). Product of China. Barcode # 6 47406 011850
CODE All lots
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Prosperity Resources International, Irvington, NJ
Manufacturer: S & Y Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China. 
REASON The product contains Ponceau 4R, an unapproved color additive. The product also contains undeclared color sunset yellow FCF (certifiable as FD&C Yellow #6) and undeclared sulfites (38 ppm). These findings are based on sampling & analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 30 cases (50/6 oz. packages per case)
DISTRIBUTION MA, OH, IL, and NY

PRODUCT Basa Fish Fillets: 

a) Basa, IQF frozen farm raised fish fillets, 3-5 ounces 15 pound bulk package,
b) Basa, IQF frozen farm raised fish fillets, 7-9 oz fillets, 15 pound bulk package
CODE
a) Production date 30/01/2007 on the 3-5 oz. fillets;
b) Production date 18/11/2004 on the 7-9 oz. fillets
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER John Seafood (835 Sp), Westwego, LA
REASON Potential risk of adverse health events due to consuming fluoroquinolone antibiotic residues in catfish fillets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION LA

Interstate Bakeries Issues Voluntary Recall of Oatmeal Cookies Due to Unlabeled Allergens

Interstate Bakeries Corporation is voluntarily recalling oatmeal cookies sold in its retail stores throughout the United States. Some HOSTESS® oatmeal cookie packages may contain chocolate chip cookies that contain milk and eggs that are not listed in the ingredient statement on the package label. 

The product being recalled is:

HOSTESS® Cookies - Oatmeal
12 Packages of 4 cookies each
Net Wt 24 oz
UPC 45000 60479
Code NOV 7
56132
06 04

Only the oatmeal variety of cookie with this specific code is affected by this recall. 

The packaging error was limited to one day’s production, and no other HOSTESS® products are part of this recall.

Consumers who purchased these cookies and who are known to be allergic to milk proteins or eggs should contact Interstate Bakeries Consumer Affairs Office at 800-483-7253 for a refund.

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 13

Lappert's Ice Cream, Inc. Recalls Ice Cream Because of Possible Health Risk

Lappert's Ice Cream, Inc. of Richmond, CA is recalling its 8 ounce, pint, 1.5 gallon and 3 gallon packages of ice cream, all flavors, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. 

The recalled ice cream was distributed to California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, and Illinois. The ice cream may have been distributed to other States by Lappert's wholesale accounts. The 1.5 and 3 gallon containers were distributed to Ice Cream shops; pint and 8 ounce containers to retail outlets.

The 1.5 and 3 gallon containers are packed in round cardboard tubs; the 8 ounce and pint containers are packed in smaller round cardboard containers. All packaging is labeled Lappert's Ice Cream (plant number 06-6919). All lots of all flavors produced on or before August 4, 2005 are under recall. All product with a code of 216 or lower, or no code, on the bottom of the tub is under recall.

Future products produced after August 4th, 2005 with corresponding Julian date of 217 or higher coded on the bottom on the 1.5 and 3 gallon tubs, or date coded on the pint containers are not affected by this recall.

Consumers who have purchased Lappert's ice cream are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at Lappert's at 510-231-2340.

PRODUCT
a) Cake Batter Ice Cream. Product is made in-house at stores by combining ice cream with cake mix.It is then used by stores as an ingredient in ìcreationsî (individually made-to-order combinations of ice cream and add-ins) and ice cream cakes.
b) Custom made in-store ice cream products (ìcreationsî and cakes) containing Cake Batter Ice Cream as an
ingredient. 
CODE N/A
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Cold Stone Creamery, Scottsdale, AZ
REASON Products are associated with outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Small dried red berries marketed as King of Medlar/Fructus Lychii/Dried Chinese Berry. Chinese text identifies product as Wolfberry Fruit (Fructus lycii). Packaged in 6 ways: 

a) 12 oz. City Aroma brand King of the Medlar 

b) 30 lb bulk King of the Medlar, Tiandu brand 

c) 10 oz Roxy briand Dried Chinese Berry/Medlar/Fructus lycheii 

d) 8 oz. Asian Taste Brand Dried Chinese Berries 

e) 13 oz. Sinbo brand Dried Chinese Berries f) 7 oz Asian Taste brand Dried Chinese Berries 

g) 5 lb Tiandu brand Dried Medlar Large h) 20 lb bulk King of Medlar, 
CODE No codes are applied to products.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: West Honest International, City of Industry, CA 

Manufacturer: Fujian Fuzhou Tian Shan Foods Co., LTD, Fujian, China. 
REASON Product contains undeclared sulfites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,961 cartons
DISTRIBUTION CA, NY, and NJ

Recall of Esh Foods Cream Cheese Spreads Due to Undeclared Allergens

Esh Foods LLC, Gordonville, PA, is recalling its 5 lb bulk packages and smaller unlabeled containers of Crabmeat Cocktail Cream Cheese, Shrimp Cream Cheese and Plain Whipped Cream Cheese spreads because they may contain undeclared fish, eggs, wheat, milk, shrimp, soy and crab. The spreads were distributed in New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania.

The 5 lb bulk packages of the cream cheese spreads have an Esh Foods label on top of the container with a Julian date of #202. Spreads from these large containers were transferred to smaller, unlabeled containers and sold at farmers markets.

Esh has stopped production of the cream cheese spreads until the company is certain that the labeling error has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased packages of unlabeled cream cheeses from retail outlets in New Jersey, Maryland or Pennsylvania should contact the place of purchase to determine if their product is under recall. 

Consumers with questions can also contact Jason Stoltzfus at 717-768-8542.

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 20

PRODUCT Aquafarms Catfish, U.S. Farm Raised Grain Fed Catfish, breaded catfish whole, nuggets, and fillets. Sold in both food service cases (15 lb. bulk case) and retail styrofoam trays (1 lb. tray)
CODE All codes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Aquafarms Catfish, Inc, Holdenville, OK
REASON Product contains undeclared wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 840 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION OK and KS

PRODUCT KIRIN brand Soft Drink (Tea) in 16.8 fl. oz. (500 ml), and 1.5 liter plastic bottles. Labeling is as follows: ìKIRIN ***(Japanese writing)***Since 1986*** (Japanese writing)î, 
CODE 16.8 fl. oz. bottle: code 050526/WK03; 1.5 ml bottle: various codes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: NISHIN Trading Inc., Brooklyn, NY
Manufacturer: Nikka Goods Co. Ltd, Kobe, Japan. 
REASON The product did not bear an ingredient statement in English and contains undeclared milk protein based on sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. The foreign manufacturer provided the formulation to the importer confirming the presence of milk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
16.8 oz. bottles: 20 cartons (24 bottles per carton);
1.5 liter bottles: 140 cartons (8 bottles per carton)
DISTRIBUTION NY, PA, IL, MI, NJ, MA, and VA

PRODUCT Enzyte tablets, packaged in 30 count tablet packages. 
CODE Lot 0447K4
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals, Inc., Cincinnati, OH
Manufacturer: Garden State Nutritionals, West Caldwell, NJ. 
REASON The product label incorrectly identifies the total quantity of Enzyte Premium Blend as 2000 mg. The correct total quantity of the Enzyte Premium Blend is 640 mg.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 200/30 count tablet packages
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

Morrison Milling Company Issues Voluntary Recall of Blueberry Muffin Mix Due to Unlabeled Allergens

  The Morrison Milling Company of Denton, Texas is voluntarily recalling all lots of HyTop® Blueberry Muffin Mix because it contains undeclared whey and eggs. 

The product was sold to consumers at retail stores in Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana and is identified as follows:

HyTop® Blueberry Muffin Mix
Packaged in paper pouches.
Net Wt 7 oz
UPC 50700 06006
All lot codes

Consumers who have purchased this muffin mix and who are known to be allergic to milk proteins or eggs should contact The Morrison Milling Company at 800-866-5487 or 800-580-5487 for instructions for product disposal and a refund.

• Five boxes of 243 lb. vacuum pouched packages of "American Foods Group, NECKBONE UNTRIM'D, USDA CHOICE OR HIGHER" with the case code of 77333;
• One box of 50 lb. vacuum pouched package of "American Foods Group, SHORTLOIN 2X2, USDA SELECT OR HIGHER" with the case code of 75231;
• One box of 60 lb. vacuum pouched package of "American Foods Group, SHORTLOIN 2X2, USDA CHOICE OR HIGHER" with the case code of 75060;
• Five boxes of 258 lb. vacuum pouched packages of "Dakota Supreme Beef, SHORTLOIN 0X11/4", USDA SELECT OR HIGHER" with the case code of 75442;
• Sixteen boxes of 811 lb. vacuum pouched packages of "American Foods Group, BLADE BI N/O CHUCK, USDA CHOICE OR HIGHER" with the case code of 75955;
• Nine boxes of 435 lb. vacuum pouched packages of "American Foods Group, BLADE BI N/O CHUCK, USDA SELECT OR HIGHER" with the case code of 75952.

Each box bears the establishment number "410" inside the USDA seal of inspection.

Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may contain portions of the backbone from a cow just over the 30-month age limit, imported for slaughter from Canada. Both ante-mortem and post-mortem inspection were done on the cow in question. FSIS inspection program personnel determined the cow to be healthy and fit for human food.

On this animal all specified risk materials (SRM) were removed, with the exception of portions of the vertebral column. This is the reason for the recall of the selected products.
Federal Establishment:
Green Bay Dressed Beef, Inc
544 Acme Street
Green Bay, WI 54302
Consumer Contact: Sally VandeHei, Executive Assistant, 877- 894-3927
Media Contact:
Jim Mulhern, National Media Contact, 202-496-2468
Susan Finco, Local Media Contact, 920-965-7750 ext 158
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 1,850 pounds 
Distribution: Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 27

• 3- and 5-pound packages of "FLANDERS BUN BUSTER, 100% Beef Burgers." Each package contains the production code, "05053."
• 5- and 10 pound packages of "FLANDERS BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code "05053."
• 10-pound packages of "FLANDERS HOMESTYLE CUBED BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code, "05055."
• 5-pound packages of "FLANDERS BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code, "05060," "05061," "05062," "05066," or "05069."
• 2-pound packages of "AMERICA'S PRIDE BEEF PATTIES, Quarter Pound Beef Patties." Each package contains the production code, "05055."
• 2- and 5-pound packages of "FLANDERS BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code, "05055."
• 10-pound packages of "FLANDERS PATTY MIX." Each package contains the production code, "05060."
• 5-pound packages of "VALUE TIME BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code, "05060."
• 5-pound packages of "GRILL MASTER BEEF PATTIES." Each package contains the production code, "05060" or "05062."

PRODUCT
Pecan/caramel clusters under the following:
a) Catherineís Finest Pecan Caramel Clusters sold in an 8 oz. box, in cases containing 36 boxes,
UPC 0 75655 00360 7;
b) Shwomís Caramel Pecan Clusters sold in a 6 oz. box, in cases containing 24 boxes, UPC 0 75655 00360 7.
The products were sold through fund raising organizations.
CODE UPC code only
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Barricini Candies, Moosic, PA.
REASON Product contains undeclared soy nuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 26,808 boxes
DISTRIBUTION CA, NM, NJ, and MD

PRODUCT Preserved Apples. Product is packaged in a 12.35 oz. plastic tray. 
CODE Best before 20.12.2005
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Sino Best Food, Inc, Edison, NJ
Manufacturer: Beijin Hong Luo Foodstuff Group, Beijing, China. 
REASON Product contains undeclared sulfites based on the NY State Department of Agriculture and Marketsí analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 99 cases, 30 packages per case
DISTRIBUTION NJ and NYC

PRODUCT Cinnamon Almond Dark Chocolate Biscotti in bulk for sale as single service items that are displayed on shelves of restaurants and grocery stores without labeling. 
CODE All product which does not list milk as an ingredient.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Feature Food, Inc., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Manufacturer: M S Cotti, Walton Hills, OH. 
REASON The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not listed as an ingredient on the product label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Undetermined
DISTRIBUTION IN, IL, MD, MI, OH, PA, and VA

PRODUCT Arnold Vending brand ìSausage Gravy and Biscuitî, 8 ounce package, a single service item packaged in a black plastic bowl with a clear snap on-lid. 
CODE Lot code ì07-19-05î
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Arnold Vending Company, Inc., Tiffin, OH
REASON Product contains undeclared eggs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 710/8 ounce packages
DISTRIBUTION OH

PRODUCT Inglehoffer brand wasabi horseradish in clear plastic squeeze jar labeled inglehoffer Wasabi Horseradish Hot Creamy Freshly Graded Wasabi, Net Wt. 9.5 oz (269g)
CODE N172 where N = random designation for the year 2005 and 172 = julian date of production
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Beaverton Foods, Inc., Hillsboro, ORcomplete.
REASON The product contains undeclared eggs, metabisulfites, and colors (FD&C Yellow #5 and FD&C Blue #1).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 588 cases/6/9.5 oz
DISTRIBUTION TX, GA, OR, and NJ

PRODUCT Flavor Right (Parve) Whipped Topping in 7 oz aerosol cans. The product is shipped in cases containing 12 cans
CODE PL3746 exp 7/22/05
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Flavor Right, Bethlehem, PA
Manufacturer: Alamance Foods, Inc., Burlington, NC. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON The product contains undeclared milk ingredient.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 664 cases
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, and MD

Latin Food Group Recalls Queso Seco Cheese

Latin Food Group of Miami, Florida is recalling 25 40-lb. cases of its Queso Seco Cheese 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. 

Latin Food Group of Miami, FL sold this product on a cash and carry basis in 40 lb. blocks to two unidentified distributors who are likely to have further distributed the product. The product was sold between the middle of May and end of June 2005. This type of cheese is typically sold by weight in delis. It also may have been repackaged and sold under a private label. The contamination was detected in a 12 oz. package of cheese with an "El Puro" label which may have been provided to the distributor by Latin Food Group.

If consumers find this product on the shelf or have any questions, please contact Latin Food Group at 305-888-1788 or the store where purchased.

Allison's Gourmet Kitchens Recalls BBQ Beans Because of Possible Health Risk

Allison's Gourmet Kitchens of Moore, Oklahoma is recalling BBQ Beans, because it has a potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. 

The recalled product was distributed to retail and food service outlets in Illinois, Oklahoma and Texas. The product was packaged under the Allison's Deli Fresh label.

The product is packaged in 1 pound and 3 pound plastic deli cups as well as 5 pound plastic food service buckets with "Use By" dates of 9/25/05, 9/28/05 and 9/29/05 on the tops of the lids or sides of the container.

Consumers who have purchased the product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Allison's Gourmet Kitchens at 405-735-2017.

• Five-pound plastic containers of "Allison's Gourmet Kitchens Barbeque Beans with Beef." The containers bear the use-by-date "09 28 2005" or "09 29 2005" and each case bears the code "04075."
• Five-pound and 12-ounce plastic containers of "Allison's HCF Classic Chicken Salad with White Meat." The containers bear the use-by-date "09 16 2005." Each case bears the code "08015" or "08018."
• Three-pound plastic containers of "Classic Allison's Gourmet Kitchens Chicken Salad." The containers bear the use-by-date "09 23 2005" or "10 02 2005." Each case bears the code "08012."

Fancy Whole Basil is Recalled Due to Possible Health Risk

Majestic International Spice Corporation of Montebello, CA, is voluntarily recalling its dried “Extra Fancy Basil” spice in 12.5 kilogram bags because product is contaminated with Salmonella Blockley.  

The only identification on the 12.5 kilogram paper bags is a white paper label stating “EXTRA FANCY BASIL 12.5 KGS.”  The exact dates of sale are unknown but we believe the product was sold beginning in late April 2005.

Processors or repackers who received this product should discontinue using it and contact their local FDA office. 

Processors or repackers who have questions for Majestic International Spice Corporation can contact the company at 1-323-838-1300.

Carrington Labs Issued a Voluntary Recall of Medline Labeled Alcohol-Free Mouthwash 

Carrington Labs, Irving, TX has issued a voluntary recall of Medline labeled alcohol-free mouthwash. As a result of this recall, Medline Industries, Inc. Mundelein, IL is initiating a voluntary recall of Personal Hygiene Admission kits containing the same alcohol-free mouthwash. 

Product was distributed to hospitals, medical centers, and long term care facilities nationwide.

B. cepacia poses little medical risk to healthy people. However, people who have certain health problems such as weakened immune systems or chronic lung diseases, particularly cystic fibrosis (CF), may be more susceptible to infections with B. cepacia. B cepacia is a known cause of infections in hospitalized patients. B. cepacia bacteria are often resistant to common antibiotics. The effects of B. cepacia on people vary widely, ranging from no symptoms at all, to serious respiratory infections, especially in patients with CF.

The recall includes the following products:

Product lot numbers beginning 0503 through 0508 are affected. Affected product can be identified by checking the lot code stamped on the bottom of the bottle. Additionally, affected product can be identified by checking for the identification code RA05CRR on the lower portion of back display panel of the product label.

The mouthwash may also be found in certain Medline Personal Hygiene Hospital Admission Kits. If you received mouthwash labeled for Medline Industries, Inc. from your healthcare provider please check to see if the reorder number on the label matches the recalled reorder numbers listed above, then check to see if the lot number matches the recalled lot number(s).

Customers who have Medline labeled alcohol free mouthwash which is being recalled should stop using the product and contact Medline Industries, Inc. for instructions.

For a complete list of admission kits involved, go to http://www.medline.com/ or call Medline Industries at 1-800-MEDLINE for details.

Medline Industries, Inc. is notifying their customers via overnight mail and is arranging for all product to be returned for credit.