This is interesting in that although the ingredient has never tested positive and there have been no related illnesses, downstream processors are recalling product for their supplier's less-than-clean facility. Granted that facility did have a persistent strain of Salmonella found throughout the environment, but without knowing the particulars of the facility, it is hard to evaluate the true risk. But there is a risk, although small, that if Salmonella were present and the consumer making pancakes spills the mix on the counter. And of course, there are those who may sample the raw batter.
FDA Recall Notice
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm532382.htm
Publix Recalls Publix Premium Pancake and Waffle Mixes Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
For Immediate Release
December 8, 2016
Contact
Consumers Customer Care Department 1-800-242-1227
Media Maria Brous 863-680-5339
Announcement
View Product Photos
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 7, 2016 - LAKELAND, Fla – Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for certain Publix Premium Pancake and Waffle Mixes after being informed by the supplier that milk powder used as an ingredient may contain Salmonella.
The mixes were sold at Publix stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee and North Carolina. All lot codes of the following items are affected by this recall:
| Item Description | Size | GTIN |
|---|---|---|
| Publix Premium Banana-Flavored Chocolate Chip Pancake& Waffle Mix | 16 Oz. | 4141503503 |
| Publix Premium Pumpkin Pancake & Waffle Mix | 16 Oz. | 4141503703 |
| Publix Premium Blueberry Flavored Pancake & Waffle Mix | 16 Oz. | 4141503603 |
Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps and most individuals recover without treatment. In some cases, diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.
"As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. "To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Customer Care department at 1-800-242-1227 or visit our website at www.publix.com. Customers can also contact the US Food and Drug Administration at 1-888-SAFEFOOD (1-888-723-3366).”
Publix is privately owned and operated by its 186,000 employees, with 2015 sales of $32.4 billion. Currently Publix has 1,135 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina and North Carolina. The company has been named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For in America” for 19 consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized among the top in the grocery business. For more information, visit the company’s website, corporate.publix.com.
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm532421.htm
Stonewall Kitchen Recalls Limited Quantities of Cinnamon Apple, Orange Cranberry and Toasted Coconut Pancake & Waffle Mixes as a Precautionary Measure Because of Possible Health Risk
For Immediate Release
December 8, 2016
Contact Consumers Stonewall Kitchen Premier Guest Services guestservices@stonewallkitchen.com
800-826-1735
Media
Janine Somers jsomers@stonewallkitchen.com 207-351-2713
Announcement
View Product Photos
Stonewall Kitchen of York, Maine is voluntarily recalling limited quantities of Stonewall Kitchen Cinnamon Apple, Orange Cranberry and Toasted Coconut Pancake & Waffle Mixes, after the FDA found traces of Salmonella at the manufacturing facility of the ingredient supplier for the powdered buttermilk used in these products. Although no pathogenic bacteria have been found in the powdered products supplied to Stonewall Kitchen by the ingredient manufacturer, nor in any of the Stonewall Kitchen pancake & waffle mixes themselves, we have decided out of an abundance of caution to recall products produced from the specific lots purchased from this ingredient supplier.
About Salmonella: Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
A limited quantity of products were distributed nationwide to consumers through the ten Stonewall Kitchen Company Stores, Stonewall Kitchen’s direct-to-consumer division (catalog/internet) and through the wholesale division.
Affected product includes the following details:
Name: Stonewall Kitchen Cinnamon Apple Pancake & Waffle Mix
Enjoy By Dates: 15Feb18 & 16Feb18 (TWO LOTS)
UPC: 711381025659
Item #: 551118
Packaged in a 16oz. container
Name: Stonewall Kitchen Orange Cranberry Pancake & Waffle Mix
Enjoy By Date: 09Feb18
UPC: 711381325971
Item #: 554130
Packaged in a 16oz. container
Name: Stonewall Kitchen Toasted Coconut Pancake & Waffle Mix
Enjoy By Date: 30Nov17
UPC: 711381033494
Item #: 551133
Packaged in a 16oz. container
To date, Stonewall Kitchen has not experienced any problems or complaints about these products. No injuries or illnesses have been reported. This is a voluntary recall as a precautionary measure.
This voluntary recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the US Food and Drug Administration.
If consumers have any of the above product, they must discontinue use and discard product immediately.
Consumers should contact Stonewall Kitchen Premier Guest Services by email at guestservices@stonewallkitchen.com or by phone at 800-826-1735 for refund instructions and any further information.
Enclosed: Photos of product packaging, UPC code and Enjoy By Date.
About Stonewall Kitchen
Stonewall Kitchen is a leading specialty food producer headquartered in York, Maine. Founded in 1991 by partners Jonathan King and Jim Stott, the two established themselves selling jams and jellies at local farmers’ markets, fairs and festivals with their flavorful line of distinctive and high quality food items. Over time, they expanded their product line to include sauces, condiments, mustards and baking mixes. Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Stonewall Kitchen is known for its innovative product development, beautiful packaging, stunning retail spaces and exceptional customer service. It now boasts more than 6,000 wholesale accounts nationwide and internationally, thriving catalog and web divisions and 10 retail Company Stores along the East Coast. As winners of 28 prestigious awards from the Specialty Food Association and the recipient of the coveted Outstanding Product Line Honors three times, Stonewall Kitchen is proud to be one of the most awarded specialty food companies in the country. For more information, visit: www.stonewallkitchen.com
.
No comments:
Post a Comment