Wednesday, September 3, 2008

STARWAY INC. ISSUES ALERT ON

S T A R W A Y I N C.
137 Grattan Street
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11237
Tel.: 718-417-1788 Fax: 718-417-1983



September 3, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Contact Person: Chris Lee
Telephone No.: 718-417-1788

STARWAY INC. ISSUES ALERT ON
UNDECLARED SULFITES IN EGO BRAND PRESERVED PEACHES

Starway Incorporated, located at 137 Grattan Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, is recalling EGO brand Preserved Peaches because the product contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

EGO brand Preserved Peaches is sold in a 14 ounce, un-coded, clear plastic package and was distributed nationwide. It is a product of Malaysia.

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 EGO brand Preserved Peaches which were 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.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Consumers who have purchased EGO brand Preserved Peaches are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-417-1788.

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