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Friday, March 13, 2020

This Week in Mislabeled Products for Two Weeks, Ending March 14, 2020

Incorrect Back Label - Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC has initiated a voluntary product recall of its 11oz “Zucchini Spiral Pesto Side Dish Kit” with run number code 1196272F; Use By date of 03/20/2020 due to a product mislabeling which did not declare the allergens of egg and milk.

Someone Added Brazil Nuts Where They Shouldn't Have - Meijer is initiating a voluntary recall of 13,284 packages of mixed nuts due to the potential risk of an undeclared tree-nut allergen (Brazil nuts) sold at all Meijer stores, and is being issued to its customers in cooperation with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. The recall was initiated after it was discovered the product contained Brazil nuts, which is not part of the product formulation or declared on package labeling. Subsequent investigation revealed an incorrect formulation was used to manufacture this product and should not have included the Brazil nuts.

Wrong Master Pack Label Used - Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is initiating a limited voluntary recall of H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Chopped Salad due to possible undeclared allergens (peanut, wheat, soy and tree nuts) in H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Salad Kit, which was manufactured by Dole for H-E-B. The incorrect masterpack (kit with dressing and other toppings) was unintentionally used during the production of the salad.

Herring In Cream Sauce Mislabeled as Herring In Wine Sauce - Vita Food Products, Inc. of Chicago, Illinois is notifying the public that it is recalling up to 8,376 individual plastic jars of 32 ounce Vita Wild Herring in Wine Sauce that are potentially mislabeled because they may contain sour cream and, therefore, may contain undeclared milk. Mislabeled products that are subject to recall will be obvious to consumers because the recalled product’s white sour cream sauce can be seen through the clear plastic jar even though the label may state “Vita Wild Herring in Wine Sauce”.

Queso Product Labeled as Salsa Product Misses Milk and Soy - Stonewall Kitchen of York, Maine is voluntarily recalling 4,812 jars of its Ghost Pepper Queso with an Enjoy By date of 23MAY2021, as a small number of those were mislabeled as Ghost Pepper Salsa. Ghost Pepper Queso includes two allergens, milk and soy, that are not included in Ghost Pepper Salsa, and therefore don’t appear on the ingredient statement of the mislabeled jars. While Stonewall Kitchen believes that only a small number of jars were mislabeled out of the 4,812 which were manufactured that day, the company is recalling all of them out of an abundance of caution. Of note, the mislabeled jars should be very easy to spot: Ghost Pepper Queso product is a bright yellow-orange color, while Ghost Pepper Salsa is dark red.

Print-and-Apply Label Does Not List Milk Ingredient - Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling select Green Chile Chicken Tamales from stores across 24 states because they contain undeclared milk. A print-and-apply label did not have milk ingredient listed in the ingredient statement.

New Label Design Uses Incorrect Termonology Not Stating Milk - New Capstone, Inc. of Mooresville, NC is recalling their 22oz ReStructure Vanilla Protein Powder pouches, Lot 19211 Exp. 06/21 and their 27 gram individual serving pouch, Lot 19211 Exp. 06/21, because they may contain undeclared milk. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the new product pouch design omitted the clear statement that the product contained milk but rather just stated the product contained lactose. Subsequent to this discovery New Capstone, Inc. added a milk allergen warning sticker to all remaining packages in Lot 19211.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pero-family-farms-food-co-issues-alert-undeclared-egg-and-milk-allergens-zucchini-trays
Pero Family Farms Food Co. Issues Alert on Undeclared Egg and Milk Allergens in Zucchini Trays
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 11, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  March 11, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared egg and milk
Company Name:  Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC
Brand Name:  Pero Family Farms
Product Description:  Zucchini Spiral Pesto Side Dish Kit
Company Announcement

Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC has initiated a voluntary product recall of its 11oz “Zucchini Spiral Pesto Side Dish Kit” with run number code 1196272F; Use By date of 03/20/2020 due to a product mislabeling which did not declare the allergens of egg and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to these allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

This product was processed by Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC and distributed under the Pero Family Farms Label in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Georgia. It is packaged in a flexible clear plastic container with labeling on the top and bottom. The product run number code and use by date can be found on the front bottom right hand corner of the package.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue. Consumers who may have purchased this product are urged to return the product back to the place of purchase for a full refund or discard this product.

Should you have any further questions regarding the contents of this communication, please contact Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC at 561-498-5771 from (8 am-5pm M-F EST) and ask to speak with The Recall Specialist.

We thank you for your prompt cooperation in this important matter.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/meijer-recalls-select-mixed-nuts-due-undeclared-brazil-nuts-product
Meijer Recalls Select Mixed Nuts due to Undeclared Brazil Nuts in Product
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 09, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 10, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Brazil nuts
Company Name: Meijer
Brand Name: Meijer
Product Description: Mixed Nuts
Company Announcement
Meijer is initiating a voluntary recall of 13,284 packages of mixed nuts due to the potential risk of an undeclared tree-nut allergen (Brazil nuts) sold at all Meijer stores, and is being issued to its customers in cooperation with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Brazil nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Meijer is recalling the following products sold in clear plastic 16 oz. packages under the Meijer brand label with the following sell-by dates:
UPC – 7-1928380863-9 – Fresh from Meijer - Mixed Nuts with Peanuts & Sea Salt – 16 oz.
Sell by dates: 7-16-2020, 9-5-2020, 10-15-2020

Customers who have purchased this product should throw it away or return the product to the nearest Meijer store for a full refund. Customers with questions regarding this recall should contact Meijer at 800-543-3704, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers with an allergy or sensitivity to Brazil nuts should not consume the recalled product. Customers with questions or concerns about their health should contact their physician.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered the product contained Brazil nuts, which is not part of the product formulation or declared on package labeling. Subsequent investigation revealed an incorrect formulation was used to manufacture this product and should not have included the Brazil nuts. The multi-state recall involves product potentially sold between Dec. 5, 2019 and March 9, 2020 in all Meijer super stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. There have been no illnesses reported to date.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dole-fresh-vegetables-inc-announces-voluntary-limited-recall-h-e-b-branded-tuscan-herb-salad-kit-due
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. Announces Voluntary Limited Recall of H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Salad Kit Due to Undeclared Allergens
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 06, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 06, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared peanut, wheat, soy & tree nuts
Company Name: Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc.
Brand Name: HEB
Product Description: Salad Kit, Tuscan Herb

Company Announcement

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is initiating a limited voluntary Recall of the following products:
Product Name and UPC Code on Packaging Best-By Date
H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Chopped Salad 0-41220-40989-1 B055014 and B055015
MAR 11 2020
This recall is due to possible undeclared allergens (peanut, wheat, soy and tree nuts) in H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Salad Kit, which was manufactured by Dole for H-E-B. The incorrect masterpack (kit with dressing and other toppings) was unintentionally used during the production of the salad. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported, to date. However, people who have an allergy to peanut, wheat, soy and tree nuts may have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products or products containing the allergens listed above.

This recall is for H-E-B-branded Tuscan Herb Chopped Salad Kit that is sold at H-E-B stores across Texas. Only salads with specific Product Codes and Best-by dates listed above are impacted, and no other H-E-B or Dole-branded products. The product code and best-by date are located on the top right corner of the front of the salad bag. Consumers who have purchased the designated products are instructed not to consume the product and to call the DOLE Consumer Center toll-free at 1-800-356-3111, which is open 24 hours a day, for a refund.

Food safety is the first priority of Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc., so although we cannot confirm that all packages have the incorrect masterpack, this recall is being initiated in an abundance of caution for the benefit of consumers.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/vita-food-products-issues-voluntary-recall-mislabeled-vita-wild-herring-wine-sauce-containing
Vita Food Products Issues Voluntary Recall of Mislabeled Vita Wild Herring Wine Sauce Containing Undeclared Milk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 04, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 05, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Milk
Company Name: Vita Food Products, Inc.
Brand Name: Vita
Product Description: Wild Herring In Wine Sauce

Company Announcement
Vita Food Products, Inc. of Chicago, Illinois is notifying the public that it is recalling up to 8,376 individual plastic jars of 32 ounce Vita Wild Herring in Wine Sauce that are potentially mislabeled because they may contain sour cream and, therefore, may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. There have been no illnesses reported to date in connection with this product.

The product was sent to retailers nationally beginning on January 13, 2020.
Recalled Wild Herring in Wine Sauce
SIZE LOT CODE  UPC  Best If used before
32 oz  03609  22635 40011  JUN 26 20

Products from this single lot can be identified by the Best if used before date of JUN 26 20 and lot number 03609, which can be found on the backside of the jar at the bottom of the label.

The front of the recalled products contain a label that states “Vita Wild Herring in Wine Sauce.” Mislabeled products that are subject to recall will be obvious to consumers because the recalled product’s white sour cream sauce can be seen through the clear plastic jar even though the label may state “Vita Wild Herring in Wine Sauce”.

Any consumer who purchased the product that is allergic to milk or has a sensitivity to milk should not consume the recalled product. In addition, consumers may ask any questions or if you purchased the product, request a refund by contacting Vita’s Customer Service at (800) 989-8482 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Central). If you are experiencing any unusual or severe symptoms such as those described above, go to an emergency room immediately or contact your physician for immediate advice.

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

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/stonewall-kitchen-voluntarily-recalls-limited-amount-mislabeled-ghost-pepper-salsa-which-contains
Stonewall Kitchen Voluntarily Recalls a Limited Amount of Mislabeled Ghost Pepper Salsa which contains Ghost Pepper Queso
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 05, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 05, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Milk and Soy
Company Name: Stonewall Kitchen, LLC
Brand Name: Stonewall Kitchen
Product Description: Ghost Pepper Salsa

Company Announcement
Stonewall Kitchen of York, Maine is voluntarily recalling 4,812 jars of its Ghost Pepper Queso with an Enjoy By date of 23MAY2021, as a small number of those were mislabeled as Ghost Pepper Salsa. Ghost Pepper Queso includes two allergens, milk and soy, that are not included in Ghost Pepper Salsa, and therefore don’t appear on the ingredient statement of the mislabeled jars. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk and soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. While Stonewall Kitchen believes that only a small number of jars were mislabeled out of the 4,812 which were manufactured that day, the company is recalling all of them out of an abundance of caution. Of note, the mislabeled jars should be very easy to spot: Ghost Pepper Queso product is a bright yellow-orange color, while Ghost Pepper Salsa is dark red.

A limited quantity of this product was distributed nationwide to consumers through Stonewall Kitchen’s retail stores and through third-party wholesale customers such as specialty grocers or gourmet food shops.

Potential affected product includes the following details:

Name: Ghost Pepper Queso (Mislabeled as Ghost Pepper Salsa)
Enjoy By Date: 23MAY2021
Packaged in a 16 oz. glass jar with a brushed silver lid

To date, Stonewall Kitchen has not experienced any problems or complaints about these products. No injuries or illnesses have been reported. This is a voluntary recall as a precautionary measure.

This voluntary recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the US Food and Drug Administration.

If consumers have any of the above product, they must discontinue use and return it to place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Stonewall Kitchen Premier Services Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST by email at guestservices@stonewallkitchen.com or by phone at 1-800-826-1735 for refund instructions and any further questions.

Enclosed: Photos of Stonewall Kitchen Ghost Pepper Salsa and Ghost Pepper Queso to show how mislabeled product appears. Ghost Pepper Queso is bright yellow-orange in color. Ghost Pepper Salsa is dark red in color. Only Ghost Pepper Queso could be affected, if the product has the UPC for Ghost Pepper Salsa (711381327388). If the Ghost Pepper Queso has the Ghost Pepper Queso label and UPC (711381331217) then it is not subject to the recall and is labelled correctly. Additionally, Ghost Pepper Salsa labeled with the specified UPC (711381327388) and Enjoy By Date is not affected and safe to consume.

About Stonewall Kitchen

Founded in 1991, Stonewall Kitchen is a leading specialty food producer headquartered in York, Maine. The company has more than 8,500 wholesale accounts nationwide and internationally; a catalog and online division; a cooking school and café in both York, Maine and Costa Mesa, California; and nine retail Company Stores throughout New England. For more information about Stonewall Kitchen, please visit: www.stonewallkitchen.com


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/allergy-alert-issued-undeclared-milk-green-chile-chicken-tamales-sold-whole-foods-market-stores
Allergy Alert Issued for Undeclared Milk in Green Chile Chicken Tamales Sold at Whole Foods Market Stores in Multiple States
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 03, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 03, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Milk
Company Name: Whole Foods Market
Brand Name: Whole Foods Market
Product Description: Green Chile Chicken Tamales

Company Announcement

Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling select Green Chile Chicken Tamales from stores across 24 states because they contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The affected products were sold at Whole Foods Market stores in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Wisconsin. The tamales were sold in plastic containers and in family-style meal kits with Whole Foods Market scale labels. They were also available on the self-serve hot bar and from the chef’s case. The affected products can be identified by the following information. No allergic reactions have been reported to date.

Product
Product Code (begins with) Best by date through
Green Chile Chicken Tamale Family Meal 224401 3/7/2020
Green Chile Chicken Tamale, Chef’s Case 237593 272405 3/7/2020
Green Chile Chicken Tamale, Packaged 237597 272429 277626 3/7/2020
Green Chile Chicken Tamale, Frozen 272435 3/31/2020
Green Chile Chicken Tamale, Hot Bar NA 3/1/2020
Customers who purchased this product at Whole Foods Market can bring a valid receipt into stores for a full refund. Consumers with additional questions can call 1-844-936-8255 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday, or 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Saturday through Sunday.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/new-capstone-inc-issues-allergy-alert-restructure-vanilla-protein-powder-due-undeclared-milk
New Capstone, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Restructure Vanilla Protein Powder Due to Undeclared Milk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: March 03, 2020
FDA Publish Date: March 03, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Milk
Company Name: New Capstone, Inc.
Brand Name: ReStructure
Product Description: Vanilla Protein Powder

Company Announcement

New Capstone, Inc. of Mooresville, NC is recalling their 22oz ReStructure Vanilla Protein Powder pouches, Lot 19211 Exp. 06/21 and their 27 gram individual serving pouch, Lot 19211 Exp. 06/21, because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

ReStructure Vanilla Protein Powder was distributed via New Capstone’s RnAReSet.com website from October 21, 2019 through January 8, 2020 and shipped nationwide directly to consumers via an eCommerce website.

No illnesses or reactions have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the new product pouch design omitted the clear statement that the product contained milk but rather just stated the product contained lactose. Subsequent to this discovery New Capstone, Inc. added a milk allergen warning sticker to all remaining packages in Lot 19211. New batches will include the allergen statement on the primary supplement facts panel of the packaging.

Consumers who have purchased ReStructure Vanilla Protein Powder, Lot 19211 may return it to New Capstone, Inc. for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-888-577-3703 (Monday through Friday 9am – 10pm EST. Saturday – Sunday 9:00am – 3:00 pm EST) or email newcapstonerestructurefdarecall@gmail.com.

Issued by:
Carolyn Dean MD ND
CEO
New Capstone, Inc. dba RnAReSet.com
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