Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Massachusetts Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination

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New York Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination
Recall Release
CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-049-2008
HEALTH RISK: LOW
Congressional and Public Affairs(202) 720-9113Roger SockmanWASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2008 - Tommy Moloney's Inc., a Long Island City, NY., establishment, is recalling approximately 4,041 pounds of fresh pork products that may be contaminated with dioxins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.FSIS was notified by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) that routine surveillance tests indicated the presence of dioxin in pork products that were sent to multiple importers of record in the United States. FSIS believes the probability of adverse health effects related to consumption of these pork products to be low, and concurs with the conclusions of a risk assessment conducted by FSAI.The products subject to recall include: [View Label, PDF Only]
8-ounce packages of "Tommy Moloney's Traditional Irish Breakfast Bacon, Made from imported Irish Pork." The label bears the establishment number "EST. 33789" inside the U.S. mark of inspection as well as a "sell by" date between "Dec. 15, 2008" and "Jan. 31, 2009."
The pork products were produced in Ireland between Sept. 1 and Dec. 7, 2008, and were then exported to the United States. These products were sent to retail stores in California, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts and Virginia.Consumers and media with questions about the recall should contact company President Bill Colbert at (718) 326-2100.Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day.
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Massachusetts Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination
Recall Release
CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-050-2008
HEALTH RISK: LOW
Congressional and Public Affairs(202) 720-9113Roger SockmanWASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2008 - Dawn International, an Acton, Mass., establishment, is recalling approximately 33,880 pounds of fresh pork products that may be contaminated with dioxins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.FSIS was notified by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) that routine surveillance tests indicated the presence of dioxin in pork products that were sent to multiple importers of record in the United States. FSIS believes the probability of adverse health effects related to consumption of these pork products to be low, and concurs with the conclusions of a risk assessment conducted by FSAI.The products subject to recall include: [View Labels]
30-pound cartons of "DAWN PORK & BACON, PORK LOIN BACK RIBS, PRODUCT OF REPUBLIC OF IRELAND." The shipping label bears the Irish mark of inspection "IRELAND 332 EC."
The pork products were produced in Ireland between Sept. 1 and Dec. 7, 2008, and were then exported to the United States. These products were shipped to distribution centers in Florida.Consumers and media with questions about the recall should contact the Irish Embassy representative Dr. Clare Thorp at (202) 716-2369.Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day.
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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

recalling Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel because the product was found to be uneviscerated

Siam Trading Inc. and Gulf Coast Sea Trade Inc. Recall
Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel

Arlington, VA – Siam Trading Inc. and Gulf Coast Sea Trade Inc. are recalling Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel because the product was found to be uneviscerated prior to processing. It was discovered by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors during a routine inspection.

This product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-borne illness. The sale of this type of fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning, Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty in swallowing and respiratory paralysis.

The recalled Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel comes in an uncoded 8 ounce plastic bag and is a product of Vietnam. Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel was sold nationwide.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers who have Freshness Choice Brand Steam Mackerel are advised not to eat it and return it to the place of purchase.

Retailers with questions for Siam Trading Inc. may contact the company at 718-381-7816.

Retailers with questions for Gulf Coast Sea Trade Inc. may contact the company at 626-329-0398.

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N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true “entrepreneurs” of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers, associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the industry, see the N.G.A. website: www.NationalGrocers.org.

Cambrooke Foods Imitation Cream Cheese and Peanot Butter(TM) Spreads in the U.S. Market

Cambrooke Foods Recalls Certain Cambrooke Foods Imitation Cream Cheese and Peanot Butter(TM) Spreads in the U.S. Market
Arlington, VA -- Cambrooke Foods® is announcing a voluntary recall of all batches of the following products:
Cheddar Wizard Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10310; 8 oz. jar);
Herb & Garlic Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10308; 8 oz. jar); and
Plain Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10306; 8 oz. jar).

Cambrooke Foods® is undertaking this voluntary recall as a precaution because for the above-listed Imitation Cream Cheese products, Listeria monocytogenes was detected through routine batch testing of product at a company facility before it was sent to customers. These batches of Imitation Cream Cheese products were destroyed. While no reports of adverse events have been reported with any product shipped to our customers, we are taking the precautionary step to recall all Imitation Cream Cheese products, regardless of batch number.

To be abundantly cautious and proactive, Cambrooke Foods® is also conducting a market withdrawal of all batches of:
Low Protein Peanot Butter™ (SKU 10809; 16 oz. jar).

This product is being withdrawn because it is produced in the same facility and using the same machinery used to produce the Imitation Cream Cheese products. Testing has not confirmed Listeria contamination in any batch of Low Protein Peanot Butter™ nor have any adverse events been reported as a result of its consumption. No other Cambrooke Foods™ product is produced using this machinery.

Cambrooke Foods™ is working directly with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the cause of this contamination. Cambrooke Foods™ has voluntarily suspended manufacture and distribution of these products pending its investigation.

If you have questions or require further information, contact Cambrooke Foods® toll-free 866-456-9776, ext. 1015, or via email at safetyfirst@cambrookefoods.com.

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N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true “entrepreneurs” of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers, associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the industry, see the N.G.A. website: http://www.nationalgrocers.org/.

Cambrooke Foods Imitation Cream Cheese and Peanot Butter(TM) Spreads in the U.S. Market

Cambrooke Foods Recalls Certain Cambrooke Foods Imitation Cream Cheese and Peanot Butter(TM) Spreads in the U.S. Market
Arlington, VA -- Cambrooke Foods® is announcing a voluntary recall of all batches of the following products:
Cheddar Wizard Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10310; 8 oz. jar);
Herb & Garlic Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10308; 8 oz. jar); and
Plain Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (SKU 10306; 8 oz. jar).

Cambrooke Foods® is undertaking this voluntary recall as a precaution because for the above-listed Imitation Cream Cheese products, Listeria monocytogenes was detected through routine batch testing of product at a company facility before it was sent to customers. These batches of Imitation Cream Cheese products were destroyed. While no reports of adverse events have been reported with any product shipped to our customers, we are taking the precautionary step to recall all Imitation Cream Cheese products, regardless of batch number.

To be abundantly cautious and proactive, Cambrooke Foods® is also conducting a market withdrawal of all batches of:
Low Protein Peanot Butter™ (SKU 10809; 16 oz. jar).

This product is being withdrawn because it is produced in the same facility and using the same machinery used to produce the Imitation Cream Cheese products. Testing has not confirmed Listeria contamination in any batch of Low Protein Peanot Butter™ nor have any adverse events been reported as a result of its consumption. No other Cambrooke Foods™ product is produced using this machinery.

Cambrooke Foods™ is working directly with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the cause of this contamination. Cambrooke Foods™ has voluntarily suspended manufacture and distribution of these products pending its investigation.

If you have questions or require further information, contact Cambrooke Foods® toll-free 866-456-9776, ext. 1015, or via email at safetyfirst@cambrookefoods.com.

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N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true “entrepreneurs” of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers, associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the industry, see the N.G.A. website: http://www.nationalgrocers.org/.