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Friday, September 20, 2019

This Week in Allergen Related Recalls for Week Ending September 21, 2019

Chicken Meal With Soy Ingredient Labeled as Beef Meal Astrochef LLC., a Rockwall, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 11,475 pounds of frozen chicken pub style entrees labeled as beef pub style entrees due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the product contains soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered when Conagra Brands received consumer complaints reporting that the product was incorrectly labeled.

Cake Item with Egg Mislabeled as Lemon Dessert Bars with No Egg - .Schwartz Brothers Bakery of Seattle, WA is recalling 24 units of Lemon Dessert Bars, sell by date 09/21/19, because it may contain undeclared Egg.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that some of the Lemon Pound Cake, which contain Egg, was mislabeled as Lemon Dessert Bars. The Lemon Dessert Bars label does not declare Egg.

Wrong Product Labeled as Gluten Free Product - Perdue Foods, LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 495 pounds of frozen ready-to-eat chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the product contains wheat, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The frozen ready-to-eat chicken products are labeled as gluten free chicken breast tenders but contain chicken nugget products. The problem was discovered when the company notified FSIS that they received two consumer complaints regarding the mislabeled product.

Peanut Butter Cookies Do Contain Peanut - Southeastern Grocers (SEG), the parent company of BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie stores, is issuing a voluntary recall for two 18-count cookie products sold in the bakery due to the inclusion of an undeclared allergen in the products.  The 18-count Variety Pack containing Peanut Butter Cookies and the 18-count Peanut Butter Cookie did not include peanut ingredients on the label.



https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2019/recall-093-2019-release
Astrochef LLC. Recalls Chicken Pub Style Entrees Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Class I Recall 
093-2019 
Health Risk: High 
Sep 20, 2019 

Congressional and Public Affairs  Spencer Pretecrum   (202) 720-9113
FSISpress@usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2019 – Astrochef LLC., a Rockwall, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 11,475 pounds of frozen chicken pub style entrees labeled as beef pub style entrees 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, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. 

The frozen pub style entrees were produced on June 18, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: [View labels (PDF only)]
•20-oz. retail cartons containing two portions of “Marie Callender’s PUB STYLE STEAK & ALE.”

The product subject to recall bears establishment number “EST. 46299” on the product packaging. These items were shipped to retail locations in Colorado, Delaware, Maine, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.                       

The problem was discovered when Conagra Brands received consumer complaints reporting that the product was incorrectly labeled.

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’ freezers. Consumers should check both the exterior label and unboxed product to determine if they have the product. 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 lists will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Consumers with questions can contact Conagra Brands Consumer Care at (866) 213-1245. Media with questions about the recall can contact Kristine Mulford, manager of communications for Conagra Brands, at (312) 549-5522.




https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/schwartz-brothers-bakery-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-lemon-dessert-bars
SCHWARTZ BROTHERS BAKERY ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED EGG IN LEMON DESSERT BARS
Summary

Company Announcement Date: September 18, 2019
FDA Publish Date: September 18, 2019
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Egg
Company Name:Schwartz Brothers Bakery
Brand Name: Schwartz Brothers Bakery
Product Description:  Lemon Dessert Bars

Company Announcement

Schwartz Brothers Bakery of Seattle, WA is recalling 24 units of Lemon Dessert Bars, sell by date 09/21/19, because it may contain undeclared Egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Lemon Dessert Bars was distributed to QFC stores in Washington state on 09/16/19.

The Lemon Dessert Bars is packaged in a 11.6 oz. kraft packaging container and sold under the Schwartz Brothers Bakery brand. The product UPC is 7 17887 65163 7 and the affected lot code is Sell By 09/21/19.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that some of the Lemon Pound Cake, which contain Egg, was mislabeled as Lemon Dessert Bars. The Lemon Dessert Bars label does not declare Egg.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Egg and have purchased Schwartz Brothers Bakery brand Lemon Dessert Bars with the affected sell by date 09/21/19 are urged not to consume it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2019/recall-092-2019-release
Perdue Foods LLC Recalls Simply Smart Organics Frozen Chicken Ready-to-Eat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens 
Class II Recall 
092-2019 
Health Risk: Low 
Sep 17, 2019 

Congressional and Public Affairs   Meredith Carothers   (202) 720-9113
FSISpress@usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17, 2019 – Perdue Foods, LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 495 pounds of frozen ready-to-eat 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 wheat, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The frozen ready-to-eat chicken products are labeled as gluten free chicken breast tenders but contain chicken nugget products. The items were produced on August 30, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: [View labels (PDF only)]
•22-oz. resealable plastic bags containing “Simply Smart Organics CHICKEN BREAST TENDERS GLUTEN FREE” with “Best By: 08 29 20,” UPC Bar Code: 0-72745-80489-2, and time stamps of 00:30 to 01:00 (inclusive).

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-33944” on the package label. These items were shipped to distributors and retail locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.                               

The problem was discovered when the company notified FSIS that they received two consumer complaints regarding the mislabeled product.

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’ freezers. 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 Perdue Consumer Care at (866) 866-3703. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Perdue Media Relations at (410) 341-2533 or corpcomm@perdue.com.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/southeastern-grocers-issues-voluntary-recall-variety-pack-cookie-products-sold-southeastern-grocers
Southeastern Grocers Issues Voluntary Recall Variety pack cookie products sold in Southeastern Grocers stores
Summary
Company Announcement Date: September 17, 2019
FDA Publish Date: September 17, 2019
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared peanuts
Company Name: Southeastern Grocers
Brand Name: Southeastern Grocers
Product Description: Peanut Butter Cookies

Company Announcement

Southeastern Grocers (SEG), the parent company of BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie stores, is issuing a voluntary recall for two 18-count cookie products sold in the bakery. The recall is due to the inclusion of an undeclared allergen in the products.

The 18-count Variety Pack containing Peanut Butter Cookies and the 18-count Peanut Butter Cookie did not include peanut ingredients on the label.

These products were sold in all Southeastern Grocers stores, and had a shelf-life of five days. Should a customer still have this product, it should be thrown away or returned to any store for a full refund.

The affected products and corresponding SLU codes below are for all stores: 18-count Variety Pack – containing Peanut Butter Cookies – 5079 18-count Peanut Butter Cookies – 69886

Customers with questions about the recalled products may contact the Southeastern Grocers Customer Call Center toll free at (844) 745-0463, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. EDT, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EDT.

About Southeastern Grocers

Southeastern Grocers, Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is one of the largest conventional supermarket companies in the U.S. SEG grocery stores, liquor stores and in-store pharmacies serve communities throughout the seven southeastern states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina. BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie are well-known and well-respected regional brands with deep heritages, strong neighborhood ties, proud histories of giving back, talented and caring associates and strong commitments to providing the best possible quality and value to customers. For more information, visit www.bi-lo.comExternal Link Disclaimer, www.frescoymas.comExternal Link Disclaimer, www.harveyssupermarkets.comExternal Link Disclaimer and www.winndixie.comExternal Link



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