Monday, November 15, 2010

S&M (U.S.A.) ENTERPRISE CORP ISSUES ALERT ON UNDECLARED SULFITES IN GROW GROVE NOTES BRAND DRIED TARO.

For Immediate Release
Ken Chen/ 718-492-4288

S&M (U.S.A.) ENTERPRISE CORP ISSUES ALERT ON UNDECLARED SULFITES IN GROW GROVE NOTES BRAND DRIED TARO.
S&M (U.S.A) ENTERRPIRSE CORP. of 4703 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232 is recalling Grow Grove Notes brand Dried Taro because it contained undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
Grow Grove Notes brand Dried Taro is sold in an un-coded 12 ounce, clear plastic package and was distributed in New York State. It is a product of China.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in Grow Grove Notes Brand Dried Taro which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligram of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reaction in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites.
No illnesses or allergic reaction involving this product have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased Grow Grove Notes brand Dried Taro are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-492-4288.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Orval Kent Food Company, Inc Voluntarily Recalls 23 Products Containing Cilantro

Orval Kent Food Company, Inc Voluntarily Recalls 23 Products Containing Cilantro
Recall Reason: Because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Products:The Orval Kent products are being recalled because they contain fresh cilantro produced and distributed by EpicVeg, Inc. of Lompoc, CA. Epic Veg, Inc. issued the notice to recall one lot of cilantro with the UPC code 033383801049 and lot 6127R on November 3, 2010. This lot of cilantro has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella EpicVeg, Inc. distributed the cilantro to Field Fresh Foods, a produce supplier to Orval Kent.

Orval Kent products affected total 43,814 lb. The recalled products were distributed at retail stores nationwide.

UPC
Item
Use By
7945388187
Bistro 28 Cranberry Mango Pico de Gallo
12/12/2010 BJJIDJ
7978185105
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
11/24/2010 BJJGAG
7978191705
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
11/25/2010 BJJGAH
7978185105
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
11/27/2010 BJJGHG
7978185105
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
12/1/2010 BJJIGE
7978191705
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
12/2/2010 BJJIGD
7978191705
CA Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chopped Chicken Salad
12/2/2010 BKKOGD
77509663208
Chef Solutions Mexican 5 Layer Dip 12 oz.
12/11/2010 BJJGFG
1345435529
Fish House Foods Ceviche 5 lb.
10/30/2010 BJJIAC
1345435529
Fish House Foods Ceviche 5 lb.
12/7/2010 BJJIAC
1345435800
Fish House Foods Fajita Chicken Salad Kit 1 lb.
1/28/2011 BJJFHD
1345435800
Fish House Foods Fajita Chicken Salad Kit 1 lb.
2/4/2011 BJJJEC
1345437117
Fish House Foods SW Fajita Bean Salad w Chk
11/21/2010 BJJGAI
1345435301
Fry's Krab Ceviche Fry 12 oz.
12/9/2010 BJJHJC
1345435574
Orval Kent Chipotle Chicken Pasta Kit
1/2/2011 BJJFHH
7945330215
Orval Kent Cilantro Pecan Dip 8 oz.
12/1/2010 BJJHDD
36420
Trader Joe's Cilantro Dressing 12 oz
2/9/2011 BJJFFA
76986
Trader Joe's Cilantro Pecan Dip 7 oz
11/20/2010 BJJGHC

(West Coast Stores Only)
11/24/2010 BJJIH
80947
Trader Joe's Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette 12 oz
1/9/2011 BJJFFD
Distribution: [ Nationwide U.S.]: The recalled products were distributed at retail stores nationwide. Contact: Retailers with questions and concerns may contact Orval Kent at 800-544-1246 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Standard time, or contact Recall Coordinator Bill Schwartz, email address william.schwartz@orvalkent.com .

Monday, November 1, 2010

KOSHER FIRST LLC. ISSUES ALERT ON LISTERIA IN

KOSHER FIRST LLC. ISSUES ALERT ON LISTERIA IN
TUV TAAM SALADS NOVA LOX SALAD

KOSHER FIRST LLC. 502 FLUSHING AVE. is recalling TUV TAAM SALADS NOVA LOX SALAD due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Listeria monocytogenes is 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 persons 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 problem was discovered after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel found the product to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes .
Tuv Taam Salads Brand Nova Lox Salad is packed in a 17 oz. plastic container coded Sell By 12/03/2010. It was distributed to COSTCO locations in New York and New Jersey. It is a product of the USA.
Consumers that have purchased Tuv Taam Salads Nova Lox Salad should not consume it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-855-2207.

Monday, October 25, 2010

Colombina S.A. Recalls A Limited Number of Mega Pops Brand Lollipops

Colombina S.A. Recalls A Limited Number of Mega Pops Brand Lollipops

Recall Reason: May contain traces of foreign particles.
Products:Colombina Brand Mega Pops in 14-ounce and 28-ounce cellophane bags containing watermelon, cherry, orange and grape flavored pops. Affected Mega Pops can be identified by UPC Code numbers 0 14272 10873 9 or 0 14272 10862 3, and are in lots marked as Lot #1240695, Lot #1209708, or Lot #1209796. The lot number appears in a white square on the lower left hand side of the reverse of each bag.
Distribution: [Nationwide] Colombina Mega Pops are distributed nationwide through several different retailers and wholesalers.

Contact: Retailers with questions can call toll-free to 1-888-317-3686.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

RED LOTUS BAKERY ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED EGGS IN “BUTTER CUP CAKES”

RED LOTUS
255-07 NORTHERN BLVD
LITTLE NECK,NY 11362
TEL:718-8190288

9/23/2010




RED LOTUS BAKERY ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED EGGS IN “BUTTER CUP CAKES”



RED LOTUS BAKERY, IS RECALLING ITS 12 OUNCES PACKAGES OF BUTTER CUP CAKES BECAUSE THEY MAY CONTAIN 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 RECALL WAS INITIATED AFTER ROUTINE SAMPLING BY NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS FOOD INSPECTORS AND SUBSEQUENT ANALYSIS BY FOOD LABORATORY PERSONNEL REVEALED THE PRESENCE OF EGGS IN THE 12 OUNCES PACKAGES OF “BUTTER CUP CAKE” WHICH DID NOT DECLARE AN EGG INGREDIENT ON THE LABEL.

NO ILLNESSES OR ALLERGIC REACTIONS INVOLING THIS PRODUCT HAVE BEEN REPORTED TO DATE.CONSUMERS WHO HAVE PURCHASED 12 OUNCE PACKAGES OF “BUTTER CUP CAKE” ARE URGED TO RETURN THEM TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND. CONSUMERS WITH QUESTIONS MAY CONTACT THE COMPANY AT 1-718-8190288.

Friday, September 3, 2010

Cibo Vita issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Mediterranean Mix of Woodpecker brand.

Cibo Vita issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Mediterranean Mix of Woodpecker brand.

Cibo Vita, 280 N. Midland Ave Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 is recalling Mediterranean Mix of Woodpecker brand because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled Mediterranean Mix, in plastic containers of 8.5 OZ was sold to the list of the attached customers.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequently analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in packages of Mediterranean Mix which did not declare sulfites 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 sulfites.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Consumers who have Mediterranean Mix should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 201-773-4873.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Morningland Dairy Conducting Nationwide Voluntary Recall of All Cheese Labeled as Morningland Dairy & Ozark Hills Farm Because of Possible Health Risk

Morningland Dairy Conducting Nationwide Voluntary Recall of All Cheese Labeled as Morningland Dairy & Ozark Hills Farm Because of Possible Health Risk
Recall Reason: Because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogene or Staphylococcus aureus.The recall is a result of regulatory sampling in the State of California. This regulatory sampling of Morningland Dairy cheese, which was taken from the Rawesome store in Venice, California, revealed the Morningland Dairy Hot Pepper Colby and Garlic Colby Cheeses contained the bacteria. Morningland Dairy has suspended the production and distribution of all cheese, as FDA, the Missouri Milk Board, and Morningland Dairy continue their investigation as to the root cause of the problem.

Packs/Codes:The cheese is packaged in vacuum-sealed plastic packages that are sold as random weight size retail packages. The specific varieties of cheese are sold under the following brand names and flavors:

Morningland Dairy Raw Milk Cheese (from cow milk): Colby, Hot Pepper Colby, Garlic Colby, Italian Colby, Dill Colby, No-Salt Added Mild Cheddar, Mild Cheddar, Medium Sharp Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar. Ozark Hill Farms Raw Goat Milk Cheese: Colby, Hot Pepper Colby, Italian Colby, Garlic 'N' Chive Colby, Mild Cheddar, Medium Sharp Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar. The codes affected by the recall are handwritten on the front of the label, and range from A10 (representing January 1, 2010) through F250 (representing June 25, 2010).
Distribution: [Nationwide U.S.]: Morningland Dairy's raw milk cheese is sold in the lower 48 states via mail order, retail stores, crop sharing associations, and direct delivery.