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Friday, April 24, 2020

This Week in Mislabeled Product for Week Ending April 25, 2020

Undeclared Suflites in Compot - ROYAL INTERNATIONAL TRADING Inc of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 500g (17.63oz) packages of "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE" because they contain undeclared sulfites. The recall was initiated after routine sampling be New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the500g (17.63oz) packages of "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE" which were not declared on the label.

Undeclared Sulfites in Juice - Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is recalling a single production lot of 5.5oz cans of Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink (listed below) because it may contain undeclared sulfites, which were erroneously added by a contract manufacturer. Sulfites are a common preservative added to many food products; however, consumers who have sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of allergic reactions if consumed.

Flounder Missing Allergens - Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston, Inc., a Sysco Company, is voluntarily recalling a small quantity of frozen Flounder Stuffed with Seafood because its labeling inadvertently did not identify the following allergens in the product: wheat, soy, milk, fish, and eggs.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/royal-international-trading-inc-issues-alert-undeclared-sulfites-tayni-boctoka-dry-fruits-mix-compot
Royal International Trading Inc Issues Alert On Undeclared Sulfites In “Tayni Boctoka Dry Fruits Mix Compot Apple”
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 22, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  April 22, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages   Fruit/Fruit Product
Reason for Announcement:  Allergens  Undeclared Sulfites
Company Name:  Royal International Trading Inc.
Brand Name:  Royal International Trading Inc.
Product Description:  "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE"

Company Announcement

ROYAL INTERNATIONAL TRADING Inc of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 500g (17.63oz) packages of "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE" because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOST APPLE" were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders. The product comes in 500g (17.63oz) clear plastic package marked with container code 4705932006197.

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

The recall was initiated after routine sampling be New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the500g (17.63oz) packages of "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE" which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reaction in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individual upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE" revealed that it contained 34.4 mg per serving.

Consumers who have purchased500g (17.63oz) packages of "TAINY BOCTOKA DRY FRUITS MIX COMPOT APPLE” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (347)223-1095.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ocean-spray-cranberries-inc-recalls-single-production-lot-55-oz-cans-pink-lite-cranberry-juice-drink

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc Recalls Single Production Lot of 5.5 Oz Cans of Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink Because of Undeclared Sulfites
Summary
Company Announcement Date: April 21, 2020
FDA Publish Date: April 21, 2020
Product Type: \Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Sulfites
Company Name: Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
Brand Name: Ocean Spray
Product Description: Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink

Company Announcement

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is recalling a single production lot of 5.5oz cans of Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink (listed below) because it may contain undeclared sulfites, which were erroneously added by a contract manufacturer. Sulfites are a common preservative added to many food products; however, consumers who have sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of allergic reactions if consumed. Most people will not experience any effect if they consume this ingredient. No illnesses have been reported to date.

The 5.5oz cans of Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink were distributed to retail supermarkets, retail wholesalers and online retailers. The single lot of product in question is sold in boxes containing six 5.5oz cans and will have any of the following code information:
Lot: MH0030LPK4
Pack Case UPC: 03120003782 4
Can UPC: 03120003682 7
GTIN Case 0003120023682 1
GTIN Case 0003120024682 0
Best Before Date: 24JAN21
Dates of Distribution: 21FEB2020 through 16APR20

The recall was initiated after the contract manufacturer revealed their error, subsequent to a root cause investigation of consumer complaints regarding an “off” odor in the identified lot. Analysis by the food safety and quality personnel revealed that sulfites were added to the identified lot of product erroneously by a contract manufacturer. Such sulfites are not part of the product formula and were not declared on the label. This is an isolated incident. No other Ocean Spray® products are affected by the recall. Ocean Spray is dedicated to providing safe, high-quality products.

Consumers who have purchased the 5.5 oz cans of Pink Lite Cranberry Juice Drink that contain the code information listed above are urged to please take a picture of the “best before date” code on the bottom of the can and then destroy the product. The picture should be sent to casupport@oceanspray.com. The Ocean Spray Consumer Hotline can be reached at 1-800-662-3263, weekdays 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.ET, or via the email provided 24/7, for a coupon replacement and/or for alternate methods to submitting the picture.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/allergy-alert-issued-buckhead-meat-and-seafood-houston-inc-undeclared-wheat-soy-milk-fish-and-eggs
Allergy Alert Issued by Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston, Inc. for Undeclared Wheat, Soy, Milk, Fish and Eggs in Frozen Flounder Stuffed with Seafood
Summary
Company Announcement Date: April 21, 2020
FDA Publish Date: April 21, 2020
Product Type:Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared wheat, soy, milk, fish, and eggs
Company Name: Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston, Inc., a Sysco Company
Brand Name: Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston, Inc.
Product Description: Frozen Flounder Stuffed with Seafood

Company Announcement
Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston, Inc., a Sysco Company, is voluntarily recalling a small quantity of frozen Flounder Stuffed with Seafood because its labeling inadvertently did not identify the following allergens in the product: wheat, soy, milk, fish, and eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat, soy, milk, fish, or eggs run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Flounder Stuffed with Seafood was sold to a limited number of consumers between April 1, 2020 and April 16, 2020 at various locations across the Harris County, Texas area. Nearly all customers who purchased the product have been notified directly, however the purchasers of less than 25 cases (75lbs) of the product have not been identified or notified.

The product is packaged in a brown cardboard box with the product name "FLOUNDER STUFFED W SEAFOOD FRZN." The Item Number is 7126763. The Pack Dates on the label range from 03/31/20 to 04/15/20.
Customers with allergies or sensitivities to wheat, soy, milk, fish, or eggs should discard the product or contact Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston to return it for a full refund.

To date, no illnesses related to this product have been reported. The issue was identified by a company employee while evaluating the product. Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston is working collaboratively with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on this recall.

Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston takes the safety and integrity of the products it distributes seriously. Buckhead Meat and Seafood of Houston regrets any inconvenience and concern this recall may cause.

Customers who have any questions about the recall may contact Cecilia Delgado at: Cecilia.Delgado@BuckheadMeat.com or by phone at 281-405-3235 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST Monday through Friday.

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