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Friday, September 1, 2017

This Week in Mislabeled Product - August 25 to September 1, 2017

A list of recalls related to mislabeling / allergens.


  • A Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 15,092 pounds of beef, chicken and pork products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens The problem was discovered on Aug. 22, 2017 when FSIS Inspection Program Personnel observed that the establishment utilizes a soy protein concentrate in the production of several products, but the finished product labels do not declare soy. In addition, some of the same products contain wheat flour and wheat is also not declared on the finished product labels.
  • A Mass. established reissued a recall notice to include the states in which the product was distributed. The establishment is recalling approximately 3,448 pounds of chicken breakfast sausage products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains soy lecithin, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The problem was discovered during routine FSIS label verification activities
  • A Mass. establishment, is recalling approximately 32,228 pounds of fully cooked chicken sausage product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The problem was discovered by FSIS Inspection Program Personnel during routine label verification activities. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product
  • A firm in MI, is recalling several brands of butter flavored popcorn because they may contain undeclared milk.  The recall was initiated after a non-illness consumer complaint in relation to flavor.
  • A distributors in GA is recalling 1467 packets of Jalebi because it may contain undeclared Almond pcs "This problem was highlighted by FDA inspectors while inspecting our food distribution facility. The problem was caused due to recent change in the packing of the product to enhance the appearance of the product."  (So what, now we could see the almonds that should not have been there?).


And from the FDA Weekly Enforcement Reports

  • Shatto Milk Co of Osborn, MO, labels on butter products failed to mention the milk allergen.
  • D&D Foods missed soy lecithin on the label for co-packed pizza products.
  • Penobscot McCrum missed milk on labels for Jo-Jo wedges (potato wedges)
  • The Best Bar Ever initiated a voluntary recall of the Peanut Butter Crunch flavor (40g size) because the individual wrapper mistakenly has a gluten-free logo on the label. The wrapper for Peanut Butter Crunch flavor (40g size), had a gluten-free logo on the individual wrapper label. The ingredient listing and allergen statements are correct. The only issue is the gluten-free icon was not supposed to be on that flavor


UDSA FSIS Recall
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2017/recall-098-2017-release
Blossom Foods, LLC Recalls Frozen Meat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Class I Recall
098-2017
Health Risk: High
Aug 26, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Julie Schwartz (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26, 2017 – Blossom Foods, LLC, an Oakland, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 15,092 pounds of beef, chicken and pork products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain soy and wheat, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label.
The frozen assorted meat and poultry items were produced from Aug. 23, 2016 to Aug. 23, 2017 and bear an expiration date that is one year from the date of packaging. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
•6.6-lb. case of “Barbequed Beef, Corn, Baked Beans”
•5.5-lb. case of “Barbeque Beef”
•10-lb. case of “Savory Beef”
•5.5-lb. case of “Sesame chicken
•10-lb. case of “Spanish Beef”
•5.5-lb. case of “Barbeque Pork”
•5.5-lb. case of “Breakfast Sausage”
•10-lb. case of “Beef”
•6.5-lb. case of “Chicken and Dumplings, Peas, Rutabaga”

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 51200” or “P-51200” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to institutional locations in California and Ohio.
The problem was discovered on Aug. 22, 2017 when FSIS Inspection Program Personnel observed that the establishment utilizes a soy protein concentrate in the production of several products, but the finished product labels do not declare soy. In addition, some of the same products contain wheat flour and wheat is also not declared on the finished product labels.

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 Sue Adams, CEO, at (510) 893-3244.

DiLuigi Foods Inc. Recalls Chicken Sausage Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Class II Recall

096-2017
Health Risk: Low Aug 25, 2017
En EspaƱol
Congressional and Public Affairs
Julie Schwartz (202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

EDITOR’S NOTE: This recall notice has been updated to specify the states to which product has been distributed.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2017 – DiLuigi Foods Inc., a Danvers, Mass. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,448 pounds of chicken breakfast sausage products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains soy lecithin, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The chicken breakfast sausage items were produced and packaged from Aug. 10, 2017 to Aug. 24, 2017. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]

•1-lb. vacuum-sealed packages containing 5 pieces of “TRADER JOE’S CHICKEN BREAKFAST SAUSAGE.”
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-4398” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to Trader Joe’s retail locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and Washington D.C..

The problem was discovered during routine FSIS label verification activities.

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.

USDA Recall Notice
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2017/recall-099-2017-release
Demakes Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Chicken Sausage Product Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Class I Recall 099-2017
Health Risk: High Aug 30, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Julie Schwartz (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2017 – Demakes Enterprises, Inc., a Lynn, Mass. establishment, is recalling approximately 32,228 pounds of fully cooked chicken sausage product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The buffalo-style chicken sausage item was produced and packaged between Jan. 20, 2017 and Aug. 10, 2017. The following product is subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
10 oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing 5 pieces of “Thin ‘n Trim Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage Buffalo Style” and “Use By” dates from MAY:17-2017 through DEC: 06-2017.

The product subject to recall bears establishment number “P-8891” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

The problem was discovered by FSIS Inspection Program Personnel during routine label verification activities.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume them. This product 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 Andrew Demakes, Sales and Production Manager, at (781) 417-1127.

FDA Recall Notice

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm574156.htm
Dedinas Franzak Enterprises Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk In "Butter Flavored Popcorn"
For Immediate Release
August 30, 2017
Contact
Consumersmballard@cksnacks.com 616-784-6095, Ext. 22
Announcement
Dedinas Franzak Enterprises of Grand Rapids MI, is recalling several brands of butter flavored popcorn because they 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 butter flavored popcorn brands are:

30NOV2017 – UPC 614156061992 distributed in Michigan. Gourmet Select 12oz 24NOV2017 – UPC 899788002432 distributed in Wisconsin. Gold Emblem 5oz 24NOV2017, 01DEC2017 and 30DEC2017 - UPC 05042844879 distributed in California, Indiana, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Texas, Alabama, New Jersey, South Carolina, and Florida retail stores. Spartan 8oz 01SEP2017 – UPC 011213027395 distributed in Michigan.

The product comes in a Poly and/or poly metalized film package marked with lot codes on the top right front panel.

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

The recall was initiated after a non-illness consumer complaint in relation to flavor.

Consumers who have purchased any of the above products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-616-784-6095 EXT 22.

FDA Recall Notice

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm574104.htm
Rajbhog Distributors GA Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in JALEBIFor Immediate Release
August 30, 2017

Contact
Consumers (678) 924-1440
Media Rupesh Bhatt (678) 924-1440
Fax - (678) 924-1441

Announcement
View Product Photos

Rajbhog Distributors GA. Inc. of Tucker GA-30084 is recalling 1467 packets of Jalebi because it may contain undeclared Almond pcs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Almonds run the risk of serious or life- threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

These Jalebi packets (Code number-P026 and P027) were distributed to the grocery stores located in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It might have reached the consumers through retail stores.

These products can be identified by visibly looking at the Jalebi packets packed in clear containers as Almonds are used as a toppings to garnish the Indian sweet, Jalebi.

As of today, there has not been single complaint reported.

This problem was highlighted by FDA inspectors while inspecting our food distribution facility. The problem was caused due to recent change in the packing of the product to enhance the appearance of the product.

The consumers who have purchased clear containers of Rajbhog brand Jalebi are urged to return to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The consumers with questions may contact the above company at (678) 924-1440 from Monday to Friday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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