Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Recalls:1. San Link Inc at 54B Marjorie Street Staten Island, NY 10309 is recalling Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (fish) because the product was found to be

Please review the following messages from Alan Talarsky, Environmental Scientist 1, Food and Drug Safety Program, DHSS regarding the following Class 1 Recalls:1. San Link Inc at 54B Marjorie Street Staten Island, NY 10309 is recalling Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (fish) because the product was found to be uneviscerated.The recalled Vacuum Pack dried Lesh (fish) was distributed in New York State, New Jersey State and Connecticut State in vacuum pack containers. The Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (fish) is a product of Russia.The Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (fish) was sampled by a New York State Department of Agriculture and Market Food Inspector during a routine inspection. Subsequent analysis of the product by New York State Food Laboratory personnel confirmed that the Vacuum pack dried Lesh (fish) was not properly eviscerated prior to processing.The sale of unevicerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Market regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Unevicerated fish have been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning.The product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-bourne illness. Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty in swallowing and respiratory paralysis. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers that have purchased Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) are advised not to eat it and should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact San Link Inc at 718-967-8244.2. San Link Inc at 54B Marjorie Street Staten Island, NY 10309 is recalling Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) because the product was found to be uneviscerated.The recalled Vacuum Pack dried Krasnoperka (fish) was distributed in New York State, New Jersey State and Connecticut State in vacuum pack containers. The Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) is a product of Russia.The Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) was sampled by a New York State Department of Agriculture and Market Food Inspector during a routine inspection. Subsequent analysis of the product by New York State Food Laboratory personnel confirmed that the Vacuum pack dried Krasnoperka (fish) was not properly eviscerated prior to processing.The sale of unevicerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Market regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Unevicerated fish have been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning.The product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-bourne illness. Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty in swallowing and respiratory paralysis. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers that have purchased Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) are advised not to eat it and should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact San Link Inc at 718-967-8244.

Friday, October 23, 2009

Undeclared Sulfites in “Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix”

***CONSUMER ALERT***
Undeclared Sulfites in “Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix”
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today alerted consumers that Agro Foods Inc., in Cliffside Park, New Jersey, is recalling "Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled "Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” are packaged in 24 ounce (680 gram), round plastic tubs and coded best before 12/10 in black ink on the product label. Known distribution of the product is the New York Metropolitan area.
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 product contained high levels of sulfites 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 to this Department in connection with this product. Consumers who have purchased " Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” should contact Agro Foods Inc. at 201-840-1566.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Domega International Co, ltd, 1916 West 13th Street Brooklyn NY 11223, is recalling WHITE LOTUS SEED PASTE MOON CAKE (2 YOLKS) because it contains und

Domega International Co, ltd, 1916 West 13th Street Brooklyn NY 11223, is recalling WHITE LOTUS SEED PASTE MOON CAKE (2 YOLKS) because it contains undeclared eggs. Consumers who are allergic to eggs may run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.The recalled WHITE LOTUS SEED PASTE MOON CAKE (2 YOLKS) was distributed nationwide in an uncoded, 22.5 oz. metal tin. It is product of China.A photo of this product's label can be viewed at the following weblink: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm187404.htmThe recall was initialed 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 eggs in packages of WHITE LOTUS SEED PASTE MOON CAKE (2 YOLKS) which did not declare eggs as an ingredient on the label.No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.Consumers who are allergic to eggs and purchased WHITE LOTUS SEED PASTE MOON CAKE (2 YOLKS) are urged to return them to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 646-388-3032