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Friday, December 8, 2017

This Week in Mislabeled Product - Week Ending December 8

Beef Bouillon with Undeclared Milk - Creative Contract Packaging LLC is voluntarily recalling 4,412 cases, or 13,236 total pounds, of two code dates of HERB-OX® Beef Flavor Granulated Bouillon, due to the potential presence of an undeclared milk allergen.  The firm discovered the issue during a routine label review.

Almond Found in Chocolate Product - ALDI has voluntarily recalled Choceur Dark Chocolate Bars as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of almond pieces not listed on packaging. The recall was initiated after an ALDI employee identified almond pieces in the product.

https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm587882.htm
Creative Contract Packaging LLC Issues An Allergen Alert Regarding 4 Ounce Jars Of Herb-Ox® Beef Flavor Granulated Bouillon Due To Potential Presence Of Undeclared Milk
For Immediate Release
December 5, 2017


Contact
Consumers  1-800-523-4635
Media  Richard Williamson  (507) 434-6781

Announcement
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4,412 cases of HERB-OX® Beef Flavor Granulated Bouillon with "Best If Used By" dates of SEPT 2020 and OCT 2020 Are Affected

Creative Contract Packaging LLC is voluntarily recalling 4,412 cases, or 13,236 total pounds, of two code dates of HERB-OX® Beef Flavor Granulated Bouillon, due to the potential presence of an undeclared milk allergen.

Consumers who are allergic to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The recalled product is limited to 4 ounce jars with "Best If Used By" dates of SEPT 2020 and OCT 2020. The code date is located on top of the lid. A photo of the product and “Best If Used By” date appears below. Recalled product was sent to retailers and distributors nationwide.

Out of an abundance of caution and with an emphasis on its consumers’ wellness and safety, the company is issuing the recall to ensure that consumers are made aware of the potential hazard. No reports have been received to date of any consumer injuries or complaints.

The firm discovered the issue during a routine label review.

No other sizes, varieties or other packaging configurations of HERB-OX® products are included in this recall.

If a consumer has this product, they can return it to the store where purchased for an exchange or refund or may call Creative Contract Packaging Customer Relations at 1-800-523-4635, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Central Time, Monday – Friday, excluding holidays.

Media inquiries may be directed to Richard Williamson, Manager of Corporate Communications at (507) 434-6781. This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the US Food and Drug Administration.


https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm588236.htm
ALDI Voluntarily Recalls Choceur Dark Chocolate Bar Due to Undeclared Nut Allergen Products Could Contain Almond Pieces Not Listed on Packaging
For Immediate Release
December 8, 2017

Consumers
ALDI customer service 1-800-325-7894
Media  Shenetta Johnson  sjohnson2@webershandwick.com  (312) 988-2396

Announcement
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In cooperation with Hofer KG ZNL Schokoladefab, ALDI has voluntarily recalled Choceur Dark Chocolate Bars as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of almond pieces not listed on packaging. The recall was initiated after an ALDI employee identified almond pieces in the product. This product may cause an allergic reaction in customers who have a nut allergy.

ALDI has removed the affected product from its stores. The affected product is a 5.29 oz. chocolate bar with brown and red wrapping. The best-by date is July 24, 2018, with the following UPC code: 4149817964.

The product was available for purchase in the following states: Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kentucky, West Virginia, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida and Texas.

The product was also available for purchase to ALDI customers in the Atlanta, Dallas and Los Angeles areas through the company's partnership with Instacart, a grocery delivery service.

To date, no illnesses related to this product have been reported. No other ALDI products are affected by this recall.

ALDI takes the safety and integrity of the products it sells seriously. If customers have product affected by this voluntary recall, they should discard it immediately or return it to their local store for a full refund.
Customers who have questions about this recall may contact ALDI customer service via aldi.us/customer-service or 1-800-325-7894, Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST.

ALDI sincerely regrets any inconvenience and concern this voluntary recall may cause.

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