Pecans in Cookies but Not on Label - George DeLallo Co., Inc. of Mt. Pleasant, PA is recalling Publix Bakery 20 OZ Holiday Cookie Platters because they may contain undeclared pecans. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the pecan-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of pecans. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's packaging processes.
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-to-Eat Pork Snack Stick Products Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/newsroom/news-releases-statements-transcripts/news-release-archives-by-year/archive/2020/pha-12172020-01
Congressional and Public Affairs
Maribel Alonso (202) 720-9113
FSISpress@usda.gov
WASHINGTON, Dec. 17, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) pork snack stick products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The product may contain milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. FSIS is issuing this public health alert out of the utmost of caution to ensure that consumers with allergic reactions to dairy are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the pork products were sold directly to individual members of the public and it is believed that the affected products are no longer available to be directly purchased from the establishment.
The RTE product labeled as “Country Meats HOT BBQ Flavor Smoked Pork Snack Sticks” may actually contain Chili Cheese flavor pork snack sticks and was produced on November 6, 2020. The following products are subject to the public health alert: [View Label (PDF only)]
1-oz. individual units of “Country Meats HOT BBQ Flavor Smoked Pork Snack Sticks In Colored Casing Smoke Flavoring Added” with best-by date “11/06/2021”.
The products bear establishment number “EST. 17433” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were sold online to individual customers who further sold the product as a fundraiser item.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ pantries.
The problem was discovered when the producing establishment received consumer complaints reporting cheese in the Hot BBQ flavored snack sticks. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.
Consumers with food allergies who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/george-delallo-co-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-pecans-20-oz-publix-bakery-holiday-cookie
George DeLallo Co., Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in 20 oz Publix Bakery Holiday Cookie Platters
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 07, 2020
FDA Publish Date: December 08, 2020
Product Type: Food & Beverages Bakery Product/Mix
Reason for Announcement: May contain undeclared pecans
Company Name: George DeLallo Co., Inc.
Brand Name: Publix
Product Description: Publix Bakery 20 OZ Holiday Cookie Platters
Company Announcement
George DeLallo Co., Inc. of Mt. Pleasant, PA is recalling Publix Bakery 20 OZ Holiday Cookie Platters because they may contain undeclared pecans. People who have allergies to pecans run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Publix Bakery 20 OZ Holiday Cookie Platters were distributed in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. Publix locations in Florida counties Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, Broward and Monroe are NOT impacted by this recall.
The product comes in a 20 ounce, clear plastic package with UPC 41415 88690, marked with lot W34326 and best by date of 10/APR/2021 on the top.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the pecan-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of pecans. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's packaging processes.
Consumers with allergies to pecans who have purchased 20 OZ Publix Bakery Holiday Cookie Platters with lot code W34326 are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-433-9100 or 724-925-2222 (Available M-F 8am-5pm, Eastern).
Company Contact Information
Consumers:
1-800-433-9100 or 724-925-2222
Media:
Dennis Johnston, Director of Food Safety and Quality
724-527-2801
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