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Friday, October 30, 2020

This Week In Mislabeled Products for Week Ending October 30, 2020

Improperly Designed Label Issue - Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is recalling individual serving cups of Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip because it may contain undeclared Egg.  The issue was discovered by Quality Control team during a routine label audit, where egg was noted on the dressing ingredient and was not reflected on the finished product label.

More Print and Apply Label Issues - Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling select prepared Macaroni & Cheese products from stores across five states because they contain undeclared egg. 

Regular Breaded Halibut Put in Gluten-Free Box - Orca Bay Foods of Seattle, WA is recalling 4,450 lb. (356 cases) of 10 oz. retail box Trader Joe's brand Gluten Free Battered Halibut SKU 00503822, because it contains undeclared wheat and milk allergens.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Wheat and Milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the allergens.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/russ-davis-wholesale-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-mixed-veggie-cup-dip
Russ Davis Wholesale Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Mixed Veggie Cup With Dip
Summary
Company Announcement Date:October 28, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  October 29, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared egg
Company Name:  Russ Davis Wholesale
Brand Name:  J&O
Product Description:  Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip

Company Announcement

Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is recalling individual serving cups of Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip 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.

The Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip was distributed in Colorado, Kansas, South Dakota, Wyoming, New Mexico in higher education, health care and corporate campus’ in grab ‘n go coolers.

Product is labeled J&O Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip in a 5.0 oz plastic container with a Sell By date of 9/30/20 through 11/2/20.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The issue was discovered by Quality Control team during a routine label audit, where egg was noted on the dressing ingredient and was not reflected on the finished product label.

Consumers who have purchased Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip should dispose of the product. Consumers many contact Customer Service at 877-433-2173.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/allergy-alert-issued-undeclared-egg-prepared-macaroni-cheese-sold-whole-foods-market-stores-five
Allergy Alert Issued for Undeclared Egg in Prepared Macaroni & Cheese Sold at Whole Foods Market Stores in Five States
Summary 
Company Announcement Date:  October 28, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  October 28, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared egg
Company Name:  Whole Foods Market
Brand Name:  Whole Foods Market
Product Description:  Macaroni and Cheese products

Company Announcement

Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling select prepared Macaroni & Cheese products from stores across five states because they 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.

The affected products were sold at Whole Foods Market stores in Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The product was sold in plastic containers and in family-style meal kits with Whole Foods Market scale labels in the prepared foods department, available both hot and refrigerated. The product was also available from the chef’s case counter and from Whole Foods Market online and catering menus. The affected products can be identified by the following information.

All affected product has been removed from store shelves. No allergic reactions have been reported to date.

Product  Product Code (begins with)M  Best by date through  
Macaroni & Cheese, chef’s case  286501  10/28/2020
Macaroni & Cheese, packaged  263608  10/27/2020
Macaroni & Cheese, online and catering  114449 109866  10/23/2020
Rotisserie Chicken Meals with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged  
261596  261580  261590  261601  261608  261616  10/26/2020
Fried Chicken Meal with Mac & Cheese, packaged
247257   10/25/2020
Fried Chicken Meal with Mac & Cheese, packaged on hot bar
237444  10/24/2020
Chicken Rustico Romano Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged
241442  10/28/2020
Chicken Breast Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged
299430  10/28/2020
BBQ Turkey Meatballs Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Green Beans, packaged
241464  10/28/2020
Roasted Turkey Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged
242019  10/28/2020

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/orca-bay-foods-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-and-milk-allergens-gluten-free-battered
Orca Bay Foods, LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat and Milk Allergens in Gluten Free Battered Halibut
Company Announcement Date:  October 23, 2020
FDA Publish Date:  October 23, 2020
Product Type:  Food & Beverages   Fish
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared wheat and milk
Company Name:  Orca Bay Foods, LLC
Brand Name:  Trader Joe’s
Product Description:  Gluten Free Battered Halibut

Company Announcement

Orca Bay Foods of Seattle, WA is recalling 4,450 lb. (356 cases) of 10 oz. retail box Trader Joe's brand Gluten Free Battered Halibut SKU 00503822, because it contains undeclared wheat and milk allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat and milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Product was sold in Trader Joe's stores in Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, and Wisconsin.

Trader Joe's brand Gluten Free Battered Halibut SKU 00503822 product is packed in 10 oz retail carton boxes, and the affected code 537312620 Best If Used By Nov 5, 2021 is located on box end.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Wheat and Milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the allergens.

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

Consumers who have purchased are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-932-ORCA, Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm PST.

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