Sunday, July 23, 2017

New #foodsafety #recall of 10 pounds of pork sausage product incorrectly labeled as ready-to-eat

Cesina Sausage Company Recalls Pork Product Due To Misbranding

Class I Recall083-2017
Health Risk: HighJul 20, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Gabrielle N. Johnston 
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov 

WASHINGTON, July 20, 2017 – Cesina Sausage Company, an Aliquippa, Penn. establishment, is recalling approximately 10 pounds of pork sausage product due to misbranding, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product label identifies this product as ready-to-eat (RTE), when in fact this product is not-ready-to-eat (NRTE).
The pork kolbassi (sausage) item was produced on June 22, 2017. The following product is subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
  • 1-lb. vacuumed packed packages of “CESINA’S BRAND FULLY COOKED • SMOKED PORK KOLBASSI”.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 5073” inside the USDA mark of inspection. This item was shipped to a local grocery store in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania.
The problem was discovered when a retail customer noticed that the product label was incorrect.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume it. This product 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 and media with questions about the recall can contact William Costanza, Owner, at (724) 375-2450.

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats

Garden of Light Inc. Recalls Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats Because of Possible Health Risk

July 18, 2017

Contact

Consumers

Blue Marble Brands
(888) 534-0246
 

Announcement

Garden of Light, Inc. dba Gluten Free Solutions of East Hartford, CT, is voluntarily recalling the Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats, 1.8 oz. which is manufactured by Garden of Light for Blue Marble Brands. The product 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. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. The recalled item, Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats, was distributed nationwide in retail stores.
The product comes in a 1.8 oz. paperboard cup with a green laminated film lid. The UPC Code is 0-42563-01786-6. The product is marked with the Best Buy Date Code of “SELL BY MAY 11 2018” on the bottom of cup.
A second lot with the Best Buy Date Code of “SELL BY JUNE 23 2018” was intercepted before released to the general public.
The potential for contamination was noted after the ingredient supplier, Hudson Valley Farms( HVF), Inc. notified Garden of Light, Inc. of potential contamination of one of the ingredients. The potential contaminated ingredient was thoroughly tested and was negative for Listeria. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem, however, out of an abundance of caution, Garden of Light, Inc., notified Blue Marble and is recalling the Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats. The production of the product has been suspended while the company continues to investigate the source of the problem.
Consumers who have purchased 1.8 oz. cups are urged to destroy the product and bring the purchase receipt to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Blue Marble Brands at (888) 534-0246, M – F between 9 am and 5 pm, or at www.woodstock-foods.com.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk #allergen and desmethyl carbodenafil (similar to Viagra) in Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee

Bestherbs Coffee LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of New Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee due to the Presence of Undeclared Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Undeclared Milk

July 13, 2017

Contact

Consumers

Albertyee.abc@hotmail.com
817-903-2288
 

Announcement

Bestherbs Coffee LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of New of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee, 13 grams to the consumer level. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of desmethyl carbodenafil.  Desmethyl carbodenafil is structurally similar to sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, an FDA-approved prescription drug for erectile dysfunction (ED). New of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee also contains undeclared milk.
These undeclared ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs, such as nitroglycerin, and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.  Men with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.  In addition, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
New of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee is used as a male enhancement and is packaged in 13 gram red packs, UPC 557205060083 in a box and each box contains 25 packets.  Bestherbs  Coffee LLC distributed this product from July 2014 through June 2016.  New of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee is consumed as an instant coffee. New Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee was distributed nationwide to consumers via individuals or internet.  No  illness has been reported to date.
Bestherbs Coffee LLC is notifying its customers by phone.  Consumers that have New of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee which is being recalled should stop using/discard/ and contact their doctor.  Please return the product to Bestherbs Coffee LLC, 4250 Claremont Dr, Grand Priarie, TX 75052.  Customers returning the product will be reimbursed by check for the returned goods and postage.
Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Bestherbs Natural Coffee at 817-903-2288 or Albertyee.abc@hotmail.com,  Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm CST. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.
Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
Complete and submit the report Onlinewww.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail or Fax: Download form www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Friday, July 14, 2017

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk #egg & #cheese in Texas Legend Foods "Silver Star Chipotle Dip"

Texas Legend Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cheese, Milk & Egg in "Silver Star Chipotle Dip"

July 14, 2017

Contact

Consumers

Natalie Jardine
natalie@texaslegendfoods.com
512-461-0269

Announcement

Texas Legend Foods of Austin, TX, is recalling its 16 ounce jars of Silver Star Chipotle Queso Dip because they contain undeclared cheese, milk and eggs. People who have allergies to cheese, milk and eggs run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The recalled "Silver Star Chipotle Queso Dip" was distributed nationwide in retail stores.
The product comes in a 16 ounce clear glass jar marked with one of the following Lot #'s: 060AFV7A072AFV7A072AFV7B090AFV7A111AFV7A which is stamped on the top of the glass jar beneath the lid. UPC CODE #819993005394
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk, cheese and egg containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the milk, cheese and egg. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.
Production of the product has been suspended until FDA and the company are certain that the problem has been corrected.
Consumers who have purchased jars of "Silver Star Chipotle Queso Dip" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 512-461-0269 between 9am-5pm CST or email natalie@texaslegendfoods.com. Information may also be found on our website at www.silverstarsalsa.com
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #soy #allergen in 9,444 lbs of chicken and beef base products

Custom Culinary, Inc. Recalls Chicken and Beef Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Class II Recall081-2017
Health Risk: LowJul 14, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Gabrielle N. Johnston
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2017 – Custom Culinary, Inc., an Oswego, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,444 pounds of chicken and beef base products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products’ labels incorrectly identified the products as chicken, but may contain beef. Additionally, the products contain soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. 
The chicken and beef soup base items were packaged on May 25, 2017. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
  •   6-lb. corrugate case “Molly’s Kitchen Soup Base Paste Beef Base Paste - NO MSG Added with a lot code of 72505 239497 or 72505 239498.
  • 1-lb. white plastic jars of “Molly’s Kitchen Chicken Base Paste / 301817 / No MSG Added with a lot code of 72505 239497 or 72505 239498
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 2016” or “EST. P-1278” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to food service distributors nationwide.
The problem was discovered when one of the company’s foodservice distributors was notified that a customer had received a case of product with mislabeled jars. The jar received was a beef base labeled as chicken base.
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 Scott Freitag, Vice President of Quality Systems & Regulatory, at (630) 299-0501. Media with questions about the recall can contact David Love, Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations, at (630) 299-0502.

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #soy & #treenut #allergen in Whole Foods Market PB&J parfaits

Sunneen Health Foods Issues Recall of Parfait Due to Undeclared Allergens

July 12, 2017

Contact

Consumers

610 774-9894

Announcement

Sunneen Health Foods is voluntarily recalling mislabeled Whole Foods Market PB&J parfaits sold at five Whole Foods Market stores in New York and New Jersey because the products contained soy and tree nut (almond and coconut) allergens that were not listed on the product label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy or tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. 
No allergic reactions have been reported to date. All affected products have been removed from store shelves.
The products were sold in 8 oz. containers labeled as Whole Foods Market PB&J Parfaits. They can be identified by UPC codes 636910500448 and best-by dates before 7/13/2017. They were sold at the following Whole Foods Market stores: 
  • 905 River Rd, Edgewater, NJ
  • 4 Union Square South, New York, NY
  • 238 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
  • 1095 6th Ave, New York, NY
  • 113 Route 9 S, Englishtown, NJ 
Customers who purchased these product and wish to return them can bring a valid receipt into stores for a full refund. Consumers with additional questions should call Sunneen Health Foods’ customer service at 610 774-9894 between the hours of 8 am and 3 pm EST, Monday through Friday.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2017

New #dietary #recall #undeclared #wheat #allergen in Biohealth Nutrition Precision Blend Cookies and Cream Product

Biohealth Nutrition Announces the Recall of Precision Blend Cookies and Cream Product for Undeclared Allergen

July 7, 2017

Contact

Consumers

(866) 960-8789

Media

Joaquin Maturino
(866) 960-8789

Announcement

Biohealth Nutrition of San Dimas, CA is recalling Precision Blend Cookies & Cream because product labels failed to declare the food allergen, wheat.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of a life threatening allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, that requires immediate medical attention should they consume products containing allergens.
Precision Blend Cookies & Cream comes in 2 Lb. and 4 Lb. white plastic canisters with blue lettering and an image of two dark cookies filled with cream in the bottom front panel.
Biohealth Nutrition immediately segregated its entire inventory of Precision Blend Cookies & Cream product and is notifying consumers and customers not to consume them. Biohealth Nutrition wants to ensure its products are safe. Consequently, in addition to its ongoing cooperation with the California Department of Public Health, Biohealth nutrition is voluntarily recalling all Precision Blend Cookies & Cream products from its customers. Consumers in possession of these products should not eat them, rather product should be returned to the place of purchase.
Biohealth Nutrition will be sending recall notices to all of its direct customers. Please contact your sales account representative at (866) 960-8789 or by email at biocorebrands.com for further information. https://prlog.org/12651031
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