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Monday, May 20, 2019

This Week in Mislabeled Products for Week Ending May 18, 2019

Salad with Chicken with Undeclared Soy - Caito Foods LLC., an Indianapolis, Ind. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,767 pounds of salad with chicken 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, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

NY State Finds Product Label Missing Sulfites - US TRADING COMPANY is warning consumers not to consume GLOBAL PRIDE RATTAN SHOOT IN BRINE. The product is being recalled because the product contains Sulfites which is not declared on the labeling. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors. After analysis, 555.0 ppm of sulfite was detected in the Global Pride Rattan Shoot in Brine 24 ounce glass jar which were not declared on the label.

Milk in Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert - Coolhaus is voluntarily recalling its Dairy Free Horchata Frozen Dessert Sandwich because it may contain milk.  Only one consumer complaint has been reported to date.

The Mayonnaise Has Soy GHSW, LLC is voluntarily recalling select salads, wraps and salad bar trays sold two Whole Foods Markets 365 in Texas and at Whole Foods Markets in Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas because the product labels fail to declare soy as a sub-ingredient of the mayonnaise used to manufacture the products.  Some of the labels, however state that the products "may contain soy."   The recall was initiated after it was discovered during a label review that mayonnaise containing soy was used in these products and that the packaging did not properly declare the presence of soy.

Missed the Anchovies - MIBO Fresh Foods LLC, a Fort Worth, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,460 pounds of salad with meat products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the product contains anchovies which was not declared on the label.  The problem was discovered by a retail store when the mislabeled products were being unboxed to be placed on the retail store shelves.

Missed the Anchovies - Taylor Farms Texas Inc., a Dallas, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,079 pounds of Caesar salad with chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the product contains anchovies (fish allergen) which is not declared on the product label. The problem was discovered by a retail store when the mislabeled products were being unpackaged to be placed on the retail store shelves.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2019/recall-054-2019-release
Caito Foods LLC. Recalls Salads with Chicken Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens 
Class I
Recall  054-2019
Health Risk:High
May 17, 2019
Congressional and Public Affairs   Buck McKay   (202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2019 – Caito Foods LLC., an Indianapolis, Ind. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,767 pounds of salad with chicken 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, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The ready-to-eat salads with chicken items were produced on May 12 through May 15, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
•13.5-oz. plastic square bowl packages containing “Greek Salad with Chicken with Chicken Breast & Red Wine Olive Oil Vinaigrette Dressing” and Sell By dates ranging from 05/18/19 through 05/21/19 represented on the label.
•11.25-oz. plastic square bowl packages containing “Tuscan Style Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken With Grilled White Chicken Tossed In Pesto” and Sell By dates ranging from 05/18/19 through 05/21/19 represented on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-39985” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to Kroger retail locations in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio.

The problem was discovered by the recalling firm during 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.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators. 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 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.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Caito Foods LLC.’s Consumer Feedback Line at (844) 467-7278. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Meredith Gremel, Organizational Communications, Spartan Nash, at (616) 878-2830.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/us-trading-recalls-rattan-shoots-brine-due-undeclared-sulfites
U.S Trading Recalls RATTAN SHOOTS in BRINE Due to Undeclared Sulfites
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 17, 2019
FDA Publish Date:May 17, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages Prepared Food Allergens .
Reason for Announcement: Food & Beverage Safety, Potential or Undeclared Allergen
Company Name:US TRADING COMPANY
Brand Name: Global
Product Description:  Rattan Shoot in Brine
 
Company Announcement

US TRADING COMPANY is warning consumers not to consume GLOBAL PRIDE RATTAN SHOOT IN BRINE. The product is being recalled because the product contains Sulfites which is not declared on the labeling.

The product(s) may cause adverse reactions if consumed by sulfite sensitive individuals. Consumers who have severe sensitive to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the product.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors. After analysis, 555.0 ppm of sulfite was detected in the Global Pride Rattan Shoot in Brine 24 ounce glass jar which were not declared on the label.

Consumers that have purchased these products should not consume if anyone in the household is sulfite sensitive.

Consumers who may have questions or concerns should contact US Trading Company by calling (510) 781-1818.

For Additional Information, media please contact:
 Fanny Tov
 US Trading
 21118 Cabot Blvd.
 Hayward, CA 94545 USA
 510-781-1818




https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/coolhaus-issues-voluntary-recall-dairy-free-horchata-frozen-dessert-sandwich
Coolhaus Issues Voluntary Recall on Dairy Free Horchata Frozen Dessert Sandwich
 
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 17, 2019
FDA Publish Date:May 17, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Food & Beverage Safety, Potential or Undeclared Allergen, Milk
Company Name:Farchitecture BB, LLC, dba Coolhaus
Brand Name:  Coolhaus
Product Description:  Dairy Free Horchata Frozen Dessert Sandwich
 
Company Announcement

Coolhaus is voluntarily recalling its Dairy Free Horchata Frozen Dessert Sandwich because it may contain milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to dairy run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product.

The Coolhaus Dairy Free Horchata Sandwich was distributed in grocery stores nationally. The voluntary recall is limited to one SKU, the Coolhaus Dairy Free Horchata Frozen Dessert Sandwich, and does not extend to other Coolhaus Dairy Free sandwiches or pints. The only affected Coolhaus UPC is UPC #0085191600365.

The Dairy-Free Horchata Frozen Dessert product is sold in a 5.8 oz single serve package with a “Best By” date of 06182020, 08012020, 08252020, 10082020 or 10262020.

The brand worked quickly to initiate a voluntary recall on impacted products while continuing to investigate its root cause. Only one consumer complaint has been reported to date.

Consumers who purchased this item are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 310-853-8995 ext. 702 or visit our website at cool.haus.


GHSW, LLC Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Soy in Certain Salads, Wraps and Salad Bar Trays Sold at Select Whole Foods Market and Whole Foods Market 365 Stores


When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.

Summary

Company Announcement Date: May 15, 2019
FDA Publish Date:May 16, 2019
Reason for Announcement:  Food & Beverage Safety, Unapproved Ingredient
Company Name: GHSW, LLC
Brand Name:  GHSW, LLC
Product Description:  Salads, wraps and salad bar trays
 
Company Announcement

GHSW, LLC is voluntarily recalling select salads, wraps and salad bar trays sold two Whole Foods Markets 365 in Texas and at Whole Foods Markets in Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas because the product labels fail to declare soy as a sub-ingredient of the mayonnaise used to manufacture the products. Some of the labels, however state that the products "may contain soy." People who are allergic to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled products listed in the table below were sold at two Whole Foods Markets 365 in Texas and at Whole Foods Markets in Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas and were labeled as Whole Foods Market or Whole Foods Market 365.

No reports of illnesses or injury have been received to date. This recall is being carried out with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered during a label review that mayonnaise containing soy was used in these products and that the packaging did not properly declare the presence of soy.

GHSW, LLC is urging customers with any soy concerns or allergies to not consume these products and to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. Consumers with questions can call (888) 449-9386 M-F 8am – 4pm PST or email info@rfgfoods.com.

May 15, 2019 Recalled Products Sold at Two Whole Foods Markets 365 in Texas and at Whole Foods Markets in Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2019/recall-053-2019-release
MIBO Fresh Foods LLC Recalls Salad with Meat Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens 
Class II Recall
053-2019
Health Risk:Low
May 15, 2019

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

WASHINGTON, May 15, 2019 – MIBO Fresh Foods LLC, a Fort Worth, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,460 pounds of salad with meat 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 anchovies, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The ready-to-eat Chef salad with ham and turkey items was produced on May 10 and May 13, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label (PDF only)]   
•9.65 oz. clear plastic packages containing “H.E.B. MEAL SIMPLE CHEF SALAD with Homestyle Ranch Dressing” and “Best By” dates of 05-18-19 and 05-20-19 represented on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-27399” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail stores in Texas. ­     

The problem was discovered by a retail store when the mislabeled products were being unboxed to be placed on the retail store shelves.

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 is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators. 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 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.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Debbie Patterson, Business Development, MIBO Fresh Foods LLC, at (817) 882-9600. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Uzor Nwoko, President, MIBO Fresh Foods LLC, at (817) 882-9600.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2019/recall-051-2019-release
Taylor Farms Texas Inc. Recalls Salad with Chicken Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Class II Recall
051-2019
Health Risk:Low
May 14, 2019

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

WASHINGTON, May 14, 2019 – Taylor Farms Texas Inc., a Dallas, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,079 pounds of Caesar salad with chicken 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 anchovies, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The ready-to-eat Caesar salad with chicken item was produced on May 8, 2019. The following products are subject to recall:  [View Label (PDF only)]
•9.75 oz. clear plastic packages containing “H.E.B. SHAKE, RATTLE & BOWL CAESAR SALAD with CHICKEN” and a “BEST BY” date of MAY 18 2019 represented on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-34733” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail stores in Texas. ­         

The problem was discovered by a retail store when the mislabeled products were being unpackaged to be placed on the retail store shelves.

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 is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators. 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 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.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Kelsey Adams, Quality Analyst, Taylor Farms Texas Inc., at (214) 565-4847. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Becky Edwards, Public Relations Manager, Porter Novelli, at (855) 455-0098 and at press@taylorfarms.com.



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