Sunday, March 27, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #allergen of #milk in Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks and Chocolate Raspberry Sticks

Trader Joe's Issues Voluntary Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Chocolate Orange Sticks and Chocolate Raspberry Sticks

Consumers: Trader Joe's Customer Relations (626) 599- 3817

Trader Joe's of Monrovia, California is voluntarily recalling all codes of Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks (UPC 00847162) and Trader Joe's Chocolate Raspberry Sticks (UPC 00847122) because the products may contain more than the stated "traces of milk" on the label. All affected product has been removed from store shelves. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks and Trader Joe's Chocolate Raspberry Sticks are packaged in an 18 oz. clear tub. The products were distributed to Trader Joe's stores nationwide. Trader Joe's initiated the voluntary removal of these products after noticing the chocolate coating appeared lighter in color than expected. Two allergic reactions have been reported to date.

Customers who have purchased the Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks and/or Trader Joe's Chocolate Raspberry Sticks may return them to Trader Joe's for a full refund. Customers with questions may contact Trader Joe's customer relations at (626) 599- 3817, 6AM-6PM PST, Monday-Friday.


Thursday, March 24, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #salmonella #contamination on American Gourmet Pistachios

American Gourmet Recalls American Gourmet Roasted/Salted Pistachios Because of Possible Health Risk

Consumers: Maurice (760) 599-0480

American Gourmet of Vista, CA is recalling American Gourmet Roasted/Salted Pistachios because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. American Gourmet was informed by its Pistachio supplier to initiate a voluntary recall. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The products, which were distributed in San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties in the state of California through retail stores and can only be identified by Best by Dates found on the lower bottom panel of the package.

Name:  Roasted and Salted Pistachios
Sizes:       2.5 oz    4 oz        7.5 oz
Best By:                11.5.2016 through 1.13.2017 
UPC Codes:          1578600108         1578600135         1578600123

No illnesses have been reported to date.


Consumers should return American Gourmet Roasted/Salted Pistachios with expiration dates from 11.5.16 through 3.13.17 to the retail store purchased from for a full refund. Consumers may contact Maurice at (760)599-0480 between 8am-5pm PST, Monday through Friday.

New #foodsafety #recall possible #defect that can cause #spoilage of Gerber Organic 2nd Foods

Gerber is Voluntarily Recalling Two Batches of GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches Due to a Packaging Defect That May Result in Product Spoilage

Consumers: Gerber Parents Resource Center 1-800-706-0556

Gerber Products Company is voluntarily recalling specific Organic pouch products after identifying a packaging defect that may result in product spoilage during transport and handling. Because of our commitment to high quality, Gerber is working to retrieve from retailers and online stores the remaining pouches from the four affected batches of GERBER® Organic 2ND FOOD pouches that fail to meet our quality standards. We are offering replacement coupons for consumers who purchased the following products:

GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches –Pears, Carrots & Peas, 3.5 ounce pouch UPC 15000074319

Best By dates/batch codes
12JUL2016 51945335XX
13JUL 2016 51955335XX

GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches- Carrots, Apples and Mangoes, 3.5 ounce pouch UPC 15000074395

Best By dates/batch codes
13JUL2016 51955335XX
14JUL2016 51965335XX

This recall does not impact any other Gerber pouches, other Gerber products or products outside of the US.

Consumers may notice that, in some cases, the pouches are bloated and product inside may have an off taste or odor. There have been three consumer reports of temporary gastrointestinal symptoms, however, we have been unable to confirm that these are related to the product. Consumers should not use the product, since it does not meet our high quality standards.

The products were distributed at U.S. retailers nationwide and through on-line stores. Consumers who purchased pouches with the above UPCs, batch codes and expiration dates are encouraged to contact the Gerber Parents Resource Center at 1-800-706-0556 FREE anytime day or night for a replacement coupon.


At Gerber, we place the health and well-being of babies above all else, and we hold our foods to high standards of quality. Gerber remains committed to providing high quality products and helping families nourish healthy children. Parents with additional questions are encouraged to contact our Parents Resource Center at the phone number mentioned above.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #allergen of #egg in ranch dressing of Chicken Salad products

Freshology, Inc. Recalls Chicken Salad Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen
Class I Recall 025-2016
Health Risk: High
Congressional and Public Affairs
Sarah Lichtman
(202) 720-9113
WASHINGTON, March 22, 2016 – Freshology, Inc., a Burbank, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 111 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The ranch salad dressing included with the product contains egg, a known allergen, which is not declared on the finished product label.
The Southwest chicken salad items were produced on March 18, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
12 oz. plastic tray packages containing ready-to-eat “Freshology Southwest Chicken Salad” with an “EAT BY” date of 03/25/2016.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-51168” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to food service locations in California.
The problem was discovered by FSIS inspection personnel while conducting a routine food safety assessment at the establishment. FSIS personnel discovered the establishment failed to sub-list the ingredients of the included ranch dressing on the finished product label.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls .
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Dan Briganti, Director of Operations, at (310) 721-5211. Media with questions about the recall can contact Raffi Asadourian, Culinary Director, at (818) 813-1576.

Monday, March 21, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #contamination of Tuna due to equipment #sterilization malfunction

H-E-B Issues Voluntary Recall: Select 5oz Hill Country Fare Chunk Light Tuna in Oil Recalled for Potential Health Risk

Consumers: H-E-B Customer Service 1-855-432-4438

San Antonio, Texas – H-E-B is voluntarily recalling 224 cases (10,752 cans) of Hill Country Fare brand 5 oz. Chunk Light Tuna in Oil.

This recall has been initiated because the product, produced at a co-packer, may have been undercooked due to an equipment malfunction, which was uncovered during a routine inspection. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed. There have been no reported illnesses to date, H-E-B is issuing this voluntary recall in abundance of caution to ensure the highest level of food safety and quality.

The Hill Country Fare brand 5oz. canned Chunk Light Tuna in Oil was sold at H-E-B Texas stores in single cans between Feb. 24, 2016 and March 16, 2016.

The voluntary recall impacts the following product only:

Hill Country Fare Chunk Light Tuna in Oil
UPC code: 0 4122065335 5
Product lot code 6O9FZ SCEES
Best By date (printed on the bottom of the can) is 2/9/19.


Customers who purchased the product can return it to the store for a full refund. Customers with any questions or concerns may contact H-E-B Customer Service at 1-855-432-4438 FREE Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm.

Thursday, March 17, 2016

New ‪#‎foodsafety‬ ‪#‎recall‬ possible ‪#‎undercooked‬ ‪#‎tuna‬

Tri-Union Seafoods LLC Issues Precautionary, Voluntary Recall on Select 5 oz. Canned Chunk Light Tuna in Oil and 5 oz. Canned Chuck Light Tuna in Water

Consumers: 1-866-600-2681

Tri-Union Seafoods LLC is voluntarily recalling a 2,745 cases (equal to 107,280 cans) of Chicken of the Sea brand 5 oz. canned chunk light tuna in oil and 5 oz. canned chunk light tuna in water.
This recall has been initiated because the product may have been undercooked due to an equipment malfunction, which was uncovered during a routine inspection. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed. There have been no reported illnesses to date connected with the affected products, and Tri-Union Seafoods LLC is issuing this voluntary recall to ensure the highest level of safety and quality.

The UPC code, Best By date and lot codes are used to determine the products involved. The UPC code (also known as the bar code) is found on the label of the product. The Best By date is printed on the bottom of the can. The product lot codes that are part of this voluntary recall can also be found on the bottom of the can.

The specific products being recalled are as follows:

Chicken of the Sea 5 Oz. Canned Chunk Light Tuna in Oil

Chicken of the Sea Brand 5 oz. canned chunk light tuna in oil sold at retailers nationwide in single cans between Feb. 10, 2016 and March 16, 2016.

The UPC code is 0 4800000195 5 and the Best By date is 2/10/19.

LOT CODE            BEST BY DATE
6OA3Z SCEES      2/10/19
6OAAZ SCEES     2/10/19
6OABZ SCEEB     2/10/19
6OACZ SCEEB     2/10/19
Chicken of the Sea 5 Oz. Canned Chunk Light Tuna in Water
Chicken of the Sea Brand 5 oz. canned chunk light tuna in water sold at retailers nationwide in single cans between Feb. 18, 2016 and March 16, 2016.

The UPC code is 0 4800000245 7. The Best By dates are:

2/18/19
2/22/19
2/23/19
2/25/19
3/2/19
3/3/19
LOT CODE            BEST BY DATE
6OJEB SCAEB      2/18/19
6OJCB SCAFB     2/18/19
6ONEB SCAIB     2/22/19
6OOFZ SCAFB    2/23/19
6ORDB SCAFB    2/25/19
6ORAB SCAFB    2/25/19
LOT CODE            BEST BY DATE
6L2CB SCAFB      3/2/19
6L32B SCAEB      3/3/19
6L33B SCAEB      3/3/19
6L35B SCAEB      3/3/19
6L3CB SCAEB      3/3/19
"The health and safety of our consumers is our number one priority. As soon as we discovered the issue, we took immediate steps to initiate this voluntary recall, alerting our retail customers that received the product and instructing them to remove it from store shelves," said Shue Wing Chan, president of Tri-Union Seafoods LLC.
No other codes of these products or other Chicken of the Sea products are affected by this voluntary recall.


Consumers may return the product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund. Anyone with questions or concerns about this recall should call the 24-hour recall information line at 1-866-600-2681 FREE

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #spoilage or other #Organisms due to improper #sterilization

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall on 3 Production Codes of Canned Chunk Light Tuna Due to Possible Health Risk

Consumers: Bumble Bee Foods, LLC (888) 820-1947

SAN DIEGO – Bumble Bee Foods, LLC announced today that it is voluntarily recalling 3 specific UPC codes of canned Chunk Light tuna due to process deviations that occurred in a co-pack facility not owned or operated by Bumble Bee. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed. It is important to note that there have been no reports of illness associated with these products to date. No other production codes or products are affected by this recall.

There are a total of 31,579 cases that are included in the recall which were produced in February 2016 and distributed nationally. The products subject to this recall are marked with a can code that starts with a "T" (example: TOA2BSCAFB) and have the following "best by" dates:

Label UPC            Product                "Best By" Dates"
8660000020         5oz Bumble Bee Chunk
Light Tuna in Water         02/10/2019, 02/16/2019, 02/17/2019, 02/18/2019,
02/22/2019, 02/23/2019, 02/25/2019
8660000021         5oz Bumble Bee Chunk
Light Tuna in Oil 02/23/2019
8660000736         4 Pack of 5oz Bumble Bee
Chunk Light Tuna in
Water   02/9/2019, 02/10/2019, 02/22/2019, 02/29/2019

The recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution due to the possible under-processing of the affected products discovered by the co-packer during its routine quality audit. Bumble Bee is working closely with the co-packer and the FDA to expedite the removal of products from commerce.


Consumers are advised to throw away the recalled product. Consumers looking for more information on reimbursement or whom have questions about the recall may contact Bumble Bee at (888) 820-1947 FREE between the hours of 9am and 6pm EST seven days a week or visit www.bumblebee.com/recall-march-2016disclaimer icon.

New #foodsafety #recall possible #salmonella #contamination of raw Macadamia nuts

Organic Raw Macadamia Nuts Recalled Because of Possible Health Risk

Consumers: Ashland Food Co-op 541-482-2237

Ashland, Ore. — Ashland Food Co-op is recalling Organic Raw Macadamia nuts because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

Ashland Food Co-op (AFC) sold affected Organic Raw Macadamia nuts in random weight bags between January 5th, 2016 and February 4th, 2016. The nuts have a one month shelf life if refrigerated and were packaged in clear cellophane bags of random weights with an AFC bulk label (see example below).

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with AFC product. We initiated this recall because we were notified by our supplier, Hummingbird, of the bulk Organic Raw Macadamia nuts recall.

Consumers who have purchased affected product under the AFC bulk label between January 5th and February 4th are advised not to consume and return them to AFC for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 541-482-2237 between 8:30am and 4:30am PST, Monday thru Friday.

About the Ashland Food Co-op

The Ashland Food Cooperative is Southern Oregon's first and only Certified Organic Retailer. The Co-op has a long history of bringing healthy, organic food to the community. What started as a buying club in 1972 has grown into a well-respected, deeply loved full-service cooperative grocery with over 10,000 owners. Additionally, with a focus on education, wellness and community, the Co-op offers cooking classes, local farm tours, in store tastings, free lectures and donates thousands of dollars to local nonprofits each year through their Community Grants program.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Expanded #foodsafety #recall possible #salmonella #contamination of Pistachio's

Texas Star Nut & Food Company is Expanding the Recall on Natural Pistachio Kernels and Products Containing Pistachio Kernels, Which Were Previously Voluntarily Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

Consumers: 1-844-571-5555

Texas Star Nut & Food Company expands the previous Recall issued on March 10, 2016, to include the following items and Best by Dates:
BRAND DESCRIPTION SIZE UPC BEST BY DATES
Fresh Choice Survivor Mix 4.75oz 0-39759-17030-6 9/11/2016 - 1/13/2017
Southern Grove Survival Mix 10oz 0-41498-21118-9 8/27/2016 - 2/2/2017
Southern Grove Go Raw 8oz 0-41498-21123-3 8/17/2016 - 9/14/2016
Nature's Eats Natural Pistachios 8oz 8-32112-00271-5 8/3/2016 - 1/14/2017
Nature's Eats Survivor Mix 10oz 8-32112-00345-3 9/3/2016 - 1/18/2017
Nature's Eats Hill Country Ramblin' 15oz 8-32112-00364-4 8/14/2016 - 2/1/2017
Nature's Eats Austin's Nutty All-Terrain 12oz 8-32112-00371-2 8/21/2016 - 1/28/2017
Nature's Eats Almond & Pistachio Duo 6oz 8-32112-00380-4 9/8/2016 - 2/8/2017
Nature's Eats Simply Go Raw 8oz 8-32112-00383-5 8/13/2016 -1/25/2017
The product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
No illnesses have been reported in relation to this product at this time.

The above listed products, were distributed to Retailers nationwide. These products were sold between 8/13/2015 and 2/24/2016.

The company has ceased the distribution of all of the above products containing pistachio kernels. The recall was as a result of a routine, random sampling program conducted by a FDA third party contracted lab which revealed that the Nature's Eats Natural Pistachio Kernels product contained Salmonella.

Consumers who have purchased any of the above listed products and best by dates are urged to discontinue consuming the potentially affected product and may return product to the retail location for a refund. Consumers with concerns or questions should contact the company at 1-844-571-5555 from 8:30am to 5:30 pm Central Standard Time.

Sunday, March 13, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #salmonella #contamination of 7.4 ounce containers of Boost Tea

Awareness Voluntary Recalls Boost Tea Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

Consumers: Awareness Corp. (480) 615-3530 X556

Awareness Corp. of Mesa, AZ, is recalling its 7.4 ounce container of Boost Tea because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream area and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.
NO ILLNESSES HAVE BEEN REPORTED IN CONNECTION WITH THIS VOLUNTARY RECALL.

The possibility of Salmonella contamination was noted after what we have been informed was a routine testing by a third party customer of FutureCeuticals, a large manufacturer and supplier of organic ingredients in North America. We have been informed by a reliable source that organic spinach powder produced by FutureCeuticals tested positive for Salmonella in another company’s product, not in Boost Tea. Boost Tea also contains this organic spinach powder ingredient obtained from supplier FutureCeuticals.

Upon notification by the FDA of FutureCeuticals Spinach powder issues, Awareness conducted its own investigation and had independent lab analysis performed by two separate analytical laboratories which confirmed a complete absence of Salmonella in its Boost Tea product. Based on Awareness’ utmost concern about product safety, it is conducting this voluntary recall as a preventative measure. To prevent a recurrence of this concern, Awareness has removed organic Spinach powder from Boost Tea and expects new Boost Tea to be available in the next few weeks.

The voluntarily recalled Boost Tea was distributed nationwide by distributors from Awareness. The product’s white plastic container is marked with Lot #022615 on the bottom panel of the container and with an expiration date of 10/17 stamped on the container. It was first sold to distributors on or about December 15, 2015.

Consumers who have purchased Boost Tea can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (480) 615-3530 X556.

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #allergen of #milk in Tuna Salad Wedge Sandwich by Northern Tier Bakery

Northern Tier Bakery LLC Issues Voluntary Recall Due to Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Tuna Salad Wedge Sandwich

Consumers: Northern Tier Bakery LLC 1-855-468-6972

TEMPE, Arizona – Northern Tier Bakery LLC is voluntarily recalling 4.5 oz. Tuna Salad Sandwiches sold under the brand names SuperMom's Kitchen (763913801248), Take Away Café (763913107029), and Express Café (763913801248) due to mislabeling caused by a third party supplier. The product contains milk, an allergen, which is undeclared on the packaging label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The Tuna Salad Sandwiches were available for sale on March 8, 2016, at retail convenience stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The product is packaged in a black wedge container and marked with "Enjoy Through: 3/11."

The recall was immediately initiated upon discovering that a third party supplier failed to notify the company of a change in the product. One shipment of product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk on the label. This labeling issue was immediately corrected.

No illnesses have been reported to date. No other products are affected by this issue.

This voluntary recall has been issued by Northern Tier Bakery LLC in an abundance of caution, to ensure the safety of customers. Northern Tier Bakery LLC takes every precaution necessary to ensure the integrity and quality of its products. Customers affected by this voluntary recall may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Please call 1-855-468-6972 FREE with any questions.

New #foodsafety #recall #incomplete #pasteurization of JRZ Dairy Whole Milk & Low Fat Yogurt's

JRZ Dairy, Inc., Selinsgrove, PA Recalls Whole Milk Yogurt and Low Fat Yogurt Because of a Possible Health Risk Due To Incomplete Pasteurization

Consumers

JRZ Dairy, Inc.: puredairyproducts@gmail.com
630-337-0914

Inadequate pasteurization may allow for the survival of pathogens, which may cause serious or fatal infections after consumption. No illnesses have been reported to date.
Yogurt products were distributed to retail stores in Central New Jersey. JRZ Dairy, Inc., in collaboration with Pure Dairy Products, is currently taking action to recover these items from retail stores.

JRZ DAIRY, INC., SELINSGROVE, PA. 17870 is recalling the following:

Brand Size Type Sell By Dist. By
Puredesi 2# Low Fat Yogurt 5/12/16 Pure Dairy Products
Puredahi 2# Low Fat Yogurt 5/12/16 Pure Dairy Products
Puredesi 5# Low Fat Yogurt 5/12/16 Pure Dairy Products
Puredesi 5# Whole Milk Yogurt 5/8/16 Pure Dairy Products
Patidar 5# Whole Milk Yogurt 5/8/16 Pure Dairy Products
Puredesi 5# Whole Milk Yogurt 5/8/16 Pure Dairy Products
The problem was discovered upon review of process charts. Though process temperatures exceeded required minimum temperatures, required minimum process time was not met.
Consumers should return any of the aforementioned products to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange. For further information contact Pure Dairy Products by phone at: 630-337-0914 M- Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email puredairyproducts@gmail.com

This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the Food & Drug Administration

Thursday, March 10, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #foreign matter #contamination of glass in Nestle brand Chicken Pizza and Chicken Lasagna products

Nestle USA Inc. Recalls Chicken Pizza And Chicken Lasagna Products Due To Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Class I Recall 024-2016
Health Risk: High

Congressional and Public Affairs
Clarke Jones
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, March 10, 2016 – Nestle USA Inc. is recalling approximately 267,024 pounds of chicken pizza products, produced at its Little Chute, Wisconsin establishment, and chicken lasagna products, produced at its Springville, Utah establishment that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The chicken lasagna items were produced on Dec. 21, 2015 and the chicken pizza items were produced on Jan. 17, 2016 and Jan. 18, 2015.

19.03-oz. boxes containing “DIGIORNO pizzeria! Tuscan-style chicken pizza” with case codes 601752592 and 601852591 and Best By: Aug., 2016.
96-oz. boxes containing “Stouffer’s chicken lasagna” with a case code 5355595915 and Best By: Jan., 2018.
The chicken pizza products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-5754” and the chicken lasagna products subject to recall bear establishment number “P9018” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered after the firm received multiple consumer complaints regarding small pieces of glass in foods that fall under the jurisdiction of FSIS or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. More specifically, one consumer complaint was received regarding FSIS inspected product.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to the consumption of the products subject to recall. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness associated with the products subject to recall should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who may have purchased the recalled products are urged not to consume them but instead contact Nestle Consumer Services at 1-800-681-1676 FREE.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms have notified their customers of the recall and that steps have been taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Media with questions about the recall may contact Roz O’Hearn, Communication and Brand Affairs, at (440) 264-5170.

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #allergen of #sulfites in best Cash & Carry Apricots

Best Cash & Carry Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Apricots

Consumers: Best Cash & Carry Inc. 718-786-8961

Best Cash & Carry, 56-30 56 Street, Maspeth, NY 11378 is recalling ROSE BRAND DRY APRICOT (TURKEY), because it contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled ROSE BRAND DRY APRICOT (TURKEY) comes in an un-coded, 7 oz. plastic bag and 5lb clear plastic bag and were sold in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in product, which was not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the ROSE BRAND DRY APRICOT (TURKEY) revealed it contained 250.0 milligrams per serving.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product. Consumers who have purchased ROSE BRAND DRY APRICOT (TURKEY) are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-718-786-8961.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

New #foodsafety #recall possible #salmonella #contamination of #Pistachios

Wonderful Pistachios Voluntarily Recalls Pistachios Due to Possible Health Risk

Consumers 844-505-3844

LOST HILLS, Calif. Wonderful Pistachios announced that it is voluntarily recalling a limited number of flavors and sizes of in-shell and shelled pistachios due to a risk of Salmonella contamination. Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
According to Center for Disease Control and Prevention some of our products may be linked to an outbreak of Salmonellosis. The products, which were distributed through several retailers nationwide and Canada, can be identified by a 13-digit lot code number that can be found on the lower back or bottom panel of the package. The specific products and lot codes are:

Product Description
Brand
UPC
Unit WT
Code Date / Lot Number
Lot Code Location
Roasted No Salt Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910064
16oz
2016 OCT 26 – 150912325560115091232557011509123255901
2016 OCT 27 – 1509123256001
back of the bag - bottom left
Roasted No Salt Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910187
8oz
10/26/2016 - 1509123259601
Back of the bag - bottom left
Roasted No Salt Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113913652
200g
2016/10/26 - 1509123260301
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted No Salt Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113912532
225g
2016/10/26 - 1509123256901
Back of the bag - bottom left
Roasted Salt and Pepper Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910293
4.5oz
2016 NOV 05 - 1510123307001
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113911863
1.5 oz
10/26/16 – 1509123256701
10/28/16 - 1509123256801
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113911979
24 oz
2016 OCT 27 – 1509123260601
2016 NOV 02 - 1510123304901
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910088
5 oz
2016 OCT 30 - 1509123289801
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
N/A
13 oz
2016 NOV 02 - 1510123304801
On clear bag - bottom that has back seal
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113913638
40 oz
11/05/2016 - 1510123332601
Back of the bag - bottom right
Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios
Wonderful
014113734066
6oz
10/26/2016 - 1509123260401
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Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios
Wonderful
014113913386
2.5oz
2016 NOV 02 - 1510123295001
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Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910125
24oz
2016 NOV 04 – 1510123331501
2016 NOV 05 – 1510123305001
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Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios
Wonderful
014113734066
6 oz
11/02/2016 - 1510123295301
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Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios
Wonderful
014113912044
225g
2016/10/27 - 1509123259801
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Roasted Sweet Chili Pistachios
Wonderful
014113913331
1.25oz
2016 NOV 04 - 1510123307901
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Roasted Sweet Chili Pistachios
Wonderful
014113910309
4.5oz
2016 NOV 05 - 1510123308101
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Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
014113912839
1 oz
2016 OCT 26 – 1509123255401
2016 OCT 29 – 1509123255501
2016 NOV 02 - 1510123294801
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Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Wonderful
00014113910255
25 lbs
2016/11/02 – 1510123294601
2016/11/05 – 1510123332501
side box
Roasted Salted Inshell Pistachios
Paramount Farms
NA
25 lbs
2016 OCT 29 – 1509123280901
2016 NOV 06 - 1510123332401
side box
50% Less Salt Dry Roasted & Salted Inshell Pistachios
Trader Joe's
00111348
16 oz
2016 OCT 28 – 1509123256501
2016 OCT 29 – 1509123256401
2016 OCT 30 – 1509123256601
2016 NOV 03 – 1510123307101
2016 NOV 04 – 15101233072011510123307301
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Dry Roasted & Unsalted Inshell Pistachios
Trader Joe's
00079990
16oz
2016 OCT 27 – 1509123256101
2016 OCT 28 – 15091232562011509123256301
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Dry Roasted & Salted Inshell Pistachios
Trader Joe's
00079983
16 oz
2016 OCT 28 – 15091232599011509123260001
2016 OCT 29 – 1509123260101
2016 NOV 03 - 1510123294901
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Consumers may return these products to Wonderful Pistachios for a refund by sending the product back or bottom portion of the package that contains the lot code (see photo below) to Wonderful Pistachios, 13646 Hwy 33, Lost Hills, CA 93249. If consumers prefer, they may return the product to the store from which it was purchased for a refund. Consumers should discard the nuts prior to returning the entire package or lot code panel to their retail store.

Consumers with questions are encouraged to contact (844) 505-3844, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.