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Friday, December 21, 2018

This week in Mislabeled Products for Week Ending 12/22/18

Eggs Missing on Label - A Pueblo, Colo. establishment is recalling approximately 956 pounds of ready-to-eat poultry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens - the product contains eggs which is not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered on Dec. 17, 2018 when the company notified FSIS inspection program personnel that the incorrect ingredient statement had been used for the final product.

Incorrect Packaging - A Richmond, CA establishment is recalling 14.6 ounce (414g) Greens and Grains Hummus and Quinoa Tabouleh Wrap, because it may contain undeclared soy,  The recall was initiated after it was discovered during an internal review of records that product containing soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of soy. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2018/recall-123-2018-release
Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Recalls Chicken Wrap Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Class I Recall 123-2018
Health Risk: High Dec 18, 2018
Distribution List PDF
Congressional and Public Affairs. Meredith Carothers. (202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov



WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2018 – Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc., a Pueblo, Colo. establishment, is recalling approximately 956 pounds of ready-to-eat poultry 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 eggs, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap items were produced on various dates from Nov. 12, 2018 through Dec. 16, 2018. The following product is subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]    

11.3-oz. plastic clamshell packages containing “Boar’s Head EVERROAST CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP,” with “SELL BY” dates from 11/15/18 through 12/19/18.
The product subject to recall bears establishment number “P45204B” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in New Mexico.

The problem was discovered on Dec. 17, 2018 when the company notified FSIS inspection program personnel that the incorrect ingredient statement had been used for the final product.

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.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators. 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 that recalling firms are notifying their customers of the recall and that actions are being 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.

Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Amy Rotenberg at (202) 756-1028. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Customer Service at (877) 433-2173.


https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm628719.htm
Atherstone Foods Inc Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy in “Greens and Grains Hummus and Quinoa Tabouleh Wrap”
For Immediate Release
December 17, 2018
Contact

Consumers Atherstone Foods Inc (510) 236-3500
Announcement
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ATHERSTONE FOODS INC of Richmond, CA is recalling 14.6 ounce (414g) Greens and Grains Hummus and Quinoa Tabouleh Wrap, because it may contain undeclared soy, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Greens and Grains Hummus and Quinoa Tabouleh Wrap was distributed in retail supermarkets throughout the Northern California Region. The product is packaged in a clear plastic container, with use by date sticker of 12/19/18.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered during an internal review of records that product containing soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of soy. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.

Consumers who have purchased Greens and Grains Hummus and Quinoa Tabouleh Wrap are urged to return them to place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company (510) 236-3500 –Monday – Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM

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