Friday, January 19, 2018

This Week in Mislabeled Product - Week Ending 1/20/17

Misprinting of Label Leaves Off Milk - Ottogi America, Inc. of Gardena, CA is recalling 6.40 ounce “Rice cake soup” food, because it may contain undeclared milk.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a misprinting in the company's packaging processes.

Chicken Salad with Wrong Lid - Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc., an Easley, S.C. establishment, is recalling approximately 743 pounds of chicken salad products due to misbranding - the products were packaged with two different product names. The chicken salad was packaged in the pimento cheese container, but it had “Chicken Salad” listed on the lid.  The problem was discovered on Jan. 16, 2018, after the firm received a complaint from a retail store manager.

Chicken Salad with Wrong Label  Café Spice GCT Inc., a New Windsor, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 289 pounds of chicken salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, - the chicken salad was packaged with a chicken wrap label. The chicken salad contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the chicken wraps’ product labels.  The problem was discovered by a retail customer, who then notified the company. Following the company’s internal investigation, they contacted FSIS.

Almond Flour In Cheesecake Due to Supplier Error  - Nine Whole Foods Market stores in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island are voluntarily recalling cheesecake bars because the product potentially contained a tree nut allergen (almond flour) that was not listed on the product label. The issue was discovered by Whole Foods Market after the incorrect product was shipped by the supplier to the distributor.

Inadequate Line Cleaning - Palmer Candy Company (www.palmercandy.com), is recalling Sea Salt Caramel Hearts (that were only sold at one store in the Midwest States) due to possible peanut allergen contamination.  "The issue was discovered by Palmer Candy Team Members. During the packing process a peanut was observed stuck to the outside of the Sea Salt Caramel Heart."  This may indicate that the processing line was inadequately cleaned after a peanut production run.

Wrong Package Label - Bellisio Foods, Inc., a Jackson, Ohio, manufacturer, is voluntarily recalling certain Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo due to the possibility some packages may contain undeclared chicken with soy that is not listed on packaging.  This recall was issued on 12/22/17, but FDA issued this report this week.  While details are limited, one would guess this was a packaging error when the Alfredo was placed on a chicken and soy containing product.

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm592996.htm
Ottogi America, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Rice Cake Soup
For Immediate Release
January 19, 2018


Contact
Consumers  Youngwook Ham  310-324-1094

Announcement
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Ottogi America, Inc. of Gardena, CA is recalling 6.40 ounce “Rice cake soup” food, because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled “Rice Cake Soup” was distributed nationwide in retail stores. The product comes in a 6.40 ounce, yellow paper bowl package marked with Item No: 29409101 on the back with an expiration date of June 20th 2018 stamped under the case.

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

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a misprinting in the company's 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 6.40 ounce packages of "Rice cake soup" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-310-324-1094. (Monday – Friaday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM PST)

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2018/recall-004-2018-release
Café Spice GCT Inc., Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Salad Products Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen
Class I Recall
004-2018
Health Risk: High 
Jan 18, 2018

Congressional and Public Affairs
Felicia Thompson  (202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2018 – Café Spice GCT Inc., a New Windsor, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 289 pounds of chicken salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The chicken salad was packaged with a chicken wrap label. The chicken salad contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the chicken wraps’ product labels.

The ready-to-eat chicken salads were produced on Jan. 12, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
•15-oz. clamshell containers labeled “southwest-style chicken wrap” but containing southwest-style chicken salad products, with a “best by” date of “Jan. 20, 2018” on the labels.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-34641” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered by a retail customer, who then notified the company. Following the company’s internal investigation, they contacted FSIS.
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 and media with questions about the recall can contact Ms. Lucero Dedios, Café Spice’s customer representative, at (845) 863-0910 or at orders@cafespice.com.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2018/rnr-003-2018
Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Salad Products Due to Misbranding
Class III Recall
003-2018
Jan 18, 2018

Congressional and Public Affairs Felicia Thompson (202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2018 – Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc., an Easley, S.C. establishment, is recalling approximately 743 pounds of chicken salad products due to misbranding, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products were packaged with two different product names. The chicken salad was packaged in the pimento cheese container, but it had “Chicken Salad” listed on the lid.

The chicken salad items were produced on Dec. 27, 2017, with a sell-by date of Jan. 31, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
•12 oz. plastic cups containing the “Duke SANDWICH COMPANY CHICKEN SALAD” label on the lid.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-34048” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were distributed retail locations in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

The problem was discovered on Jan. 16, 2018, after the firm received a complaint from a retail store manager. There have been no consumer complaints at the time of this release.
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.

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.
Media with questions about the recall can contact Scott Smart, chief operating officer at Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc., at ssmart@dukebrands.com. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Chris Collins, chief marketing officer at Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc., at ccollins@dukebrands.com. Smart and Collins can be reached via phone at (864) 991-8895.

Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.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 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm592863.htm
Allergy Alert Issued in Select North Atlantic Whole Foods Market Stores for Undeclared Almond Flour in Cheesecake Bars
January 18, 2018
Contact
Consumers 1-844-936-8255
Media Heather McCready NA.media@wholefoods.comAnnouncement

Nine Whole Foods Market stores in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island are voluntarily recalling cheesecake bars because the product potentially contained a tree nut allergen (almond flour) that was not listed on the product label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

All affected products have been removed from store shelves. The cheesecake bars were sold in clear plastic packages and can be identified by the PLU number 240801. The products were sold between May 2017 and January 12, 2018. The issue was discovered by Whole Foods Market after the incorrect product was shipped by the supplier to the distributor. No reactions have been reported to date.

The cheesecake bars were sold in the following locations in the North Atlantic region:
•55 Welles St, Glastonbury, CT
•40 Railroad St, Andover, MA
•808 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA
•200 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA
•340 River St, Cambridge, MA
•327 Russell St, Hadley, MA
•990 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA
•536 Boston Post Rd, Sudbury, MA
•151 Sockanosset Cross Rd, Cranston, RI

Customers who purchased these products at Whole Foods Market can bring a valid receipt into stores for a full refund. Consumers with additional questions can call 1-844-936-8255 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday, or 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. CST Saturday through Sunday.

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm592830.htm
Palmer Candy Company Announces Voluntary Recall of Sea Salt Caramel Hearts
For Immediate Release
January 17, 2018
Contact
Consumers 712-258-5543

Announcement
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Palmer Candy Company (www.palmercandy.com), announced today a limited recall of Sea Salt Caramel Hearts that were only sold at Bomgaards Supply Inc. Store in the Midwest States. The voluntary recall, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to abundance of caution of a possible peanut allergen contamination. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The issue was discovered by Palmer Candy Team Members. During the packing process a peanut was observed stuck to the outside of the Sea Salt Caramel Heart. To date no complaints of illness or injury have been reported to Palmer Candy.

Recalled products include the following:

UPC #Affected Items Purchased by ConsumersBest By
77232-17091 Sea Salt Caramel Hearts- 12 oz Tub 12/21/18


UPC #s are usually on the label on the bottom of containers. The Best Buy Date is on the bottom of the containers.

Product photos are attached.

Product was sold in IA, SD, NE, MN, WY, CO.

Consumers should throw out or return these products to the point of sale for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call to speak with a Customer Service Representative at Palmer Candy Company between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time at 712-258-5543.


https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm592644.htm
Bellisio Foods, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert Regarding Certain Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo Packages Due to Potential Presence of Undeclared Soy
December 22, 2017
Contact
Consumers  michelinas@bellisiofoods.com  1-800-446-5469
Media  Tom Lindell  tom.lindell@exponentpr.com  (612) 305-6149

Announcement
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Bellisio Foods, Inc., a Jackson, Ohio, manufacturer, is voluntarily recalling certain Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo due to the possibility some packages may contain undeclared chicken with soy that is not listed on packaging. People who have an allergy or sensitivity to soy may run the risk of serious allergic reaction(s) if they consume this product. Bellisio Foods, announced this recall and began notification of affected customers on 12/22/2017 and that those customers affected were able to begin removing product from the shelves on 12/22/2017

The recall covers the following product:
Brand Description: Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo
Product Label: “See below for the product label”
Code Date: J7305
UPC Number: 7 17854 10501 9

The Michelina’s frozen entrée identified above was distributed by Bellisio Foods to retail locations and distribution centers located in:
•Coastal Pacific, 1320 South Baker Ave STE A, Ontario CA 91761
•HEB San Antonio W202, 4700 N Pan Am Expressway, San Antonio TX
•Safeway Anchorage, 3520 Pacific Avenue, Auburn WA 98001
•Super Valu Hopkins, 101 Jefferson Ave South, Hopkins MN 55343
•Walmart 7012-Washington Ct, 1400 Chillicothe Road, Washington CT House OH 431

Out of an abundance of caution and with an emphasis on consumer safety, Bellisio Foods is issuing this voluntary recall to ensure that consumers are made aware of the potential hazard. No illnesses have been reported to date due to consumption of this product. No other Michelina’s products are affected by this recall.

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.

Consumers with questions about the recall should contact 1-800-446-5469 or email: michelinas@bellisiofoods.com. Media with questions should contact Tom Lindell at (612) 305-6149 or via e-mail at tom.lindell@exponentpr.com.

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