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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

This Week in Mislabeled Products for Week Ending June 20, 2020

Fresh Express is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Fresh Express 11.5-ounce Southwest Chopped Kit with production codes G163B10A and G163B10B, UPC code 0 71279 30602 5 and use-by date of June 29 due to the presence of undeclared wheat, soy, cashews, and coconut.  The recall was necessitated when Fresh Express learned that, during a single production run, incorrect condiment packets were placed into Southwest Chopped Kit bags and, as a result, the allergens wheat, soy, cashews, and coconut are not properly declared.

H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for gallon-sizes of Hill Country Fare Pink Lemonade, Citrus Punch, Fruit Drink and Grape Drink for the potential presence of a milk allergen

Rusty’s Seafood Market of Lorida, Florida, is recalling all five of its Captain Rusty’s Seafood Dips due to the presence of undeclared allergens. People who have allergies to fish (mahi, salmon, whiting, pollock, threadfin bream), crustacean shellfish (crab, lobster, shrimp), wheat, eggs, soy or milk  The recall was initiated after the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) determined, during routine inspection, that the product containing allergens was distributed in packaging that did not identify the presence of fish (mahi, salmon, whiting, pollock, threadfin bream), crustacean shellfish (crab, lobster, shrimp), wheat, eggs, soy or milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a breakdown in the company’s labeling process.




https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-express-announces-precautionary-recall-limited-quantity-southwest-chopped-kit-due-presence
Fresh Express Announces Precautionary Recall of a Limited Quantity of Southwest Chopped Kit Due to the Presence of Undeclared Allergens
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 18, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  June 19, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared wheat, soy, cashews and coconut
Company Name:  Fresh Express
Brand Name:  Fresh Express
Product Description:  Southwest Chopped Kit

Company Announcement
Fresh Express is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Fresh Express 11.5-ounce Southwest Chopped Kit with production codes G163B10A and G163B10B, UPC code 0 71279 30602 5 and use-by date of June 29 due to the presence of undeclared wheat, soy, cashews, and coconut. In some individuals the consumption of undisclosed allergens could cause allergic reactions that in some cases could be life-threatening.
The recall was necessitated when Fresh Express learned that, during a single production run, incorrect condiment packets were placed into Southwest Chopped Kit bags and, as a result, the allergens wheat, soy, cashews, and coconut are not properly declared.
Only the Southwest Chopped Kit displaying the identified product codes, UPC code and use-by date are subject to the recall. All other Fresh Express Southwest Chopped Kits are properly labeled, and no other Fresh Express products are included in the recall. No illnesses are reported to date.
The recalled product was distributed between June 12 and June 18 in the states of Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Fresh Express representatives are coordinating with retail stores, instructing them to remove the recalled product from store shelves and inventories.
Fresh Express takes all matters of food safety very seriously, including the issue of allergens. Company procedures and programs stringently follow all mandated regulations and focus on preventive measures designed to minimize potential risks. Express is coordinating with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is conducting a full investigation into this isolated incident.
Consumers in possession of the recalled product should discard it. A refund is available where purchased or by contacting the Fresh Express Consumer Response Center toll-free at (800) 242-5472 Monday through Friday during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.
Recalled Product Details
Fresh Express Southwest Chopped Kit - 11.5-oz. bag
Product Codes G163B10A and G163B10B with use-by date of June 29, located in the upper righthand corner on the front of the bag
UPC Code of 0 71279 30602 5 located on the reverse side of the bag by the bar code
Recalled Product Distribution
Fresh Express Precautionary Recall, Southwest Chopped Kit – 06/18/2020 (No other Fresh Express salads are included in this recall)
Brand PRODUCT NAME  SIZE UPC PRODUCTION CODE BEST IFUSED BY DATE POSSIBLE
DISTRIBUTION STATES
Fresh Express Southwest Chopped Kit
11.5-oz.071279 306025  G163B10A  G163B10B
Jun-29
AL, DE, FL, GA, KY, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV



https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/h-e-b-voluntarily-issues-recall-hill-country-fare-juice-drinks-are-being-voluntarily-recalled-h-e-b
H-E-B Voluntarily Issues a Recall Hill Country Fare Juice Drinks are Being Voluntarily Recalled from H-E-B, Joe V’s and Mi Tienda Stores for Potential Milk Allergen
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 19, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  June 19, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk
Company Name:  H-E-B
Brand Name:  Hill Country Fare
Product Description:  Pink Lemonade, Citrus Punch, Fruit Drink and Grape Drink

Company Announcement
H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for gallon-sizes of Hill Country Fare Pink Lemonade, Citrus Punch, Fruit Drink and Grape Drink for the potential presence of a milk allergen. 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 shipped to H-E-B stores in Texas and Mexico, and Joe V’s and Mi Tienda stores. This recall notice DOES NOT impact Central Market.
All affected product has been removed from store shelves. There have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. This voluntary recall impacts the following products:
Product  UPC  Code Date*
HCF Pink Lemonade Gallon  4122005174  8/1/2020
HCF Citrus Punch Gallon  4122081863  9/30/2020 and 10/1/2020
HCF Fruit Drink Gallon  4122005172  8/1/2020 and 8/2/2020
HCF Grape Drink Gallon  4122005176  8/2/2020
*The code date can be found on the back of the jug beneath the lid.
Customers who purchased the product can return it to the store for a full refund. Customers with any questions or concerns may contact H-E-B Customer Service at 1-855-432-4438 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Standard Time.

Company Contact Information
Consumers:
H-E-B Customer Service
 1-855-432-4438

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rustys-seafood-market-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-allergens-fish-crustacean-shellfish-eggs-milk
Rusty’s Seafood Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergens (Fish, Crustacean, Shellfish, Eggs, Milk, Soy, and Wheat) in all “Captain Rusty’s Seafood Dips”
Summary
Company Announcement Date:
June 12, 2020
FDA Publish Date:
June 12, 2020
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Seafood/Seafood Product
Allergens
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared fish, shellfish, wheat, eggs, soy, and milk
Company Name:
Rusty’s Seafood Market
Brand Name:
Captain Rusty’s
Product Description:
Undeclared fish, shellfish, wheat, eggs, soy, and milk

Company Announcement
Rusty’s Seafood Market of Lorida, Florida, is recalling all five of its Captain Rusty’s Seafood Dips due to the presence of undeclared allergens. People who have allergies to fish (mahi, salmon, whiting, pollock, threadfin bream), crustacean shellfish (crab, lobster, shrimp), wheat, eggs, soy or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Captain Rusty’s Seafood Dips were distributed in South Florida, Sarasota, FL., Tampa, FL. and Lorida, FL. through distributors and retail markets. The product comes in a 7-ounce, clear plastic container, 16-ounce clear plastic container and 6 lb white plastic buckets. The lot code is located on the bottom of the container and the expiration date is located on the top label.
The following products with lot codes (in bold) and expiration dates are being recalled:
Captain Rusty’s Smoked Salmon Dip 2015-6/16/20, 2023-6/23/20.
Captain Rusty’s Smoked Mahi Dip 1999-6/1/20, 2002-6/6/20, 2009-6/13/20, 2010-6/14/20, 2011-6/16/20, 2017-6/17/20, 2019-6/21/20
Captain Rusty’s Lobster Dip 1992-5/30/20, 1998-6/1/20, 2000-6/6/20, 2005-6/7/20, 2014-6/16/20
Captain Rusty’s Cajun Crab and Lobster Dip 1994-5/30/20, 1996-6/1/20, 2004-6/7/20, 2006-6/11/20, 2008-6/11/20, 2013-6/16/20, 2018-6/17/20, 2021-6/23/20
Captain Rusty’s Blue Crab Dip 1993-5/30/20, 1997-6/1/20, 2001-6/6/20, 2003-6/7/20, 2007-6/11/20, 2012-6/16/20, 2020-6/21/20, 2022-6/23/20
There have been no confirmed illnesses reported to date.
The recall was initiated after the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) determined, during routine inspection, that the product containing allergens was distributed in packaging that did not identify the presence of fish (mahi, salmon, whiting, pollock, threadfin bream), crustacean shellfish (crab, lobster, shrimp), wheat, eggs, soy or milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a breakdown in the company’s labeling process.
Customers can return any product for a complete refund, please contact Captain Rusty Seafood @ 813-244-2799, Monday through Friday from 12:00PM - 6:00PM EST.

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