Imported Biscuits Recalled for Allergen Missing on Label - A Company's Fourth Recall for the Same Issues

Daiso California LLC of La Mirada, CA is recalling the below Matsunaga Mini Shiruko Sand Biscuits (sku 4902773016966) due of undeclared soy ingredients.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was distributed in packaging that did not correctly warn for the presence of a soy allergen. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging process.

This is the fourth allergen-related recall for this company (Oct 2022, Jan 2023, Jan 2023-2).  All are pretty much the same - importing product with missing allergen labeling.  They better be working on establishing a more robust label review process.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/daiso-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-matsunga-mini-shiruko-sand-biscuits
Daiso Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy in Matsunga Mini Shiruko Sand Biscuits
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  January 30, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  January 30, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Snack Food Item
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Soy
Company Name:  Daiso California LLC
Brand Name:  Matsunaga
Product Description:  Matsunaga Mini Shiruko Sand Biscuits

Canned Meat Products Recalled for Packaging Defect that Leads to Leakage

Conagra Brands, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 2,581,816 pounds of canned meat and poultry products due to a packaging defect that may cause the products to become contaminated without showing any outward signs of contamination.  The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS after observing spoiled and/or leaking cans from multiple production dates at the establishment’s warehouse.  Subsequent investigation by the establishment determined that the cans subject to recall may have been damaged in a manner that is not readily apparent to consumers, which may allow foodborne pathogens to enter the cans.  There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Leakage issues can result in more significant health problems if organisms like Clostridium botulinum get into the can.


https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/conagra-brands-recalls-canned-meat-and-poultry-products-due-possible-packaging
Conagra Brands Recalls Canned Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Packaging Defect

CONAGRA BRANDS, INC.

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 2,581,816 pounds of canned meat and poultry products due to a packaging defect that may cause the products to become contaminated without showing any outward signs of contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

RI Firm Recalls RTE Sausage Products After USDA Finds Listeria on Product Contact Surfaces

Daniele International LLC, a Mapleville, R.I., establishment, is recalling approximately 52,914 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausage products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes.  The RTE sausage products were produced on various dates from May 23, 2022, through November 25, 2022, and shipped to retail locations nationwide on various dates from December 23, 2022, through January 17, 2023. FSIS discovered the problem during routine inspection activities where Listeria monocytogenes was found on surfaces in which the product came into contact.  There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

The items appear to be sliced meat items, many sold as part of a charcuterie tray.  Brands include FREDERIK’S, Boar’s Head, COLAMECO’S, DEL DUCA, and Gourmet Selection.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/daniele-international-llc-recalls-ready-eat-sausage-products-due-possible-listeria
Daniele International LLC Recalls Ready-to-Eat Sausage Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
DANIELE INTERNATIONAL

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2023 – Daniele International LLC, a Mapleville, R.I., establishment, is recalling approximately 52,914 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausage products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Chicken & Gnocchi Soup Imported from Canada Recalled After Mislabeling Issue Results in Undeclared Egg Allergen

Sovos Brands Intermediate, Inc. (“Sovos”) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 16-ounce jars of Rao’s Made for Home Slow Simmered Soup, Chicken & Gnocchi, because the affected jars may contain undeclared egg.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the egg-containing vegetable minestrone was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of egg because it was mistakenly labeled as Chicken & Gnocchi.  The affected soup is labeled as Chicken & Gnocchi, but will contain vegetable minestrone, which is dark red.  Product is made in Canada.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sovos-brands-intermediate-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-raos-slow-simmered-soup-labeled

Sovos Brands Intermediate, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Rao’s Slow Simmered Soup, Labeled as Chicken & Gnocchi but Containing Vegetable Minestrone
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  January 27, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  January 28, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product may contain undeclared egg
Company Name:  Sovos Brands Intermediate, Inc.
Brand Name:  Rao’s
Product Description:  Soup labeled as Chicken & Gnocchi

WA Bakery Recalls Bread for Improper Allergen Labeling

Joy Joy’s Bakery Lakewood, Washington is recalling Ube Spanish Bread, Ube Ensaymada, and Ube Roll because it may contain undeclared wheat.  The recalled products labels declared flour but it does not specify wheat flour. This labeling problem was identified by Oregon Department of Agriculture through the U. S. Food and Drug Administration.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/joy-joys-bakery-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-ube-spanish-bread-ube-ensaymada-and-ube-roll
Joy Joy’s Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat in Ube Spanish Bread, Ube Ensaymada, and Ube Roll
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  January 26, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  January 26, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Bakery Product/Mix
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Wheat
Company Name:  Joy Joy’s Bakery
Brand Name:  Joy Joys Bakery
Product Description:  Ube Spanish Bread, Ube Ensaymada, and Ube Roll

NJ Firm Recalls Rice Cakes for Undeclared Peanut Allergens Resulting From Supplier Issue

Snack Innovations Inc. of Piscataway, NJ is issuing a voluntary recall on several batches of Drizzilicious branded mini rice cake bites, and drizzled popcorn products with the lot numbers listed below due to an undeclared peanut residue.  This voluntary recall was initiated as of the result of a recall that was initiated by one of the ingredient suppliers. The supplier notified the company that they discovered undeclared peanut residue in one of the sub-ingredients used in the process of making the products.

Unfortunately, supplier-related allergen issues has become a more common reason for recalls.  Do you know what suppliers are potential risks regarding undeclared allergens?  How do build that verification of  control into your supplier program?

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/snack-innovations-inc-conducts-voluntary-recall-limited-quantity-drizzilicious-mini-rice-cakes-4oz
Snack Innovations Inc. Conducts Voluntary Recall on a Limited Quantity of Drizzilicious Mini Rice Cakes 4oz & .74oz and Popcorn 3.6oz Products in the U.S. Due to Undeclared Peanut Allergen on Packaging
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  January 25, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  January 25, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Snack Food Item
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared peanut allergen
Company Name:  Snack Innovations, Inc.
Brand Name:  Drizzilicious
Product Description:  Mini Rice Cake Bites and Popcorn

Recall of Chocolate Cake Sold at Ikea After Metal Piece Detected

Almondy, a brand sold at Ikea stores, is recalling a limited quantity Almondy Chocolate cake with Daim 14.1oz after a metal object has been found in a cake.  (it was probably that part of the Ikea dresser that was missing as you assembled it...just kidding).

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/almondy-initiating-recall-limited-quantity-almondy-chocolate-cake-daim-141oz
Almondy is Initiating a Recall of a Limited Quantity of Almondy Chocolate Cake with Daim 14.1oz
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  January 25, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  January 25, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Bakery Product/Mix
Reason for Announcement:  Foreign Object
Company Name:  Almondy
Brand Name:  Almondy
Product Description:  Chocolate Cake with Daim

FDA Rules CBDs Not Allowed as Food Additive, Asks Congress for Regulatory Framework

FDA ruled against a petition seeking to allow CBD to be used in food as a dietary supplement due to safety concerns.  Although we may see products containing CBD (cannabidiol compounds derived from hemp) in the marketplace, they are not allowed.  Companies have continued to produce such products although it was never approved due to the potential safety concerns (CBD Oil - Illegal for Food, Science Largely Unknown).

https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-concludes-existing-regulatory-frameworks-foods-and-supplements-are-not-appropriate-cannabidiol
FDA Concludes that Existing Regulatory Frameworks for Foods and Supplements are Not Appropriate for Cannabidiol, Will Work with Congress on a New Way Forward

For Immediate Release:
January 26, 2023

FDA Issued Warning Letter to CA Food Warehouse and Repack Facility for Rats, Cats, Bats and Bugs

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Gold Coast Distributors of Stockton, CA, an ambient and frozen warehouse and re-packing facility.  FDA determined the food products packaged and/or held in your facility are adulterated.  In short, lots of rats, cats, bats, and bugs.  And throw some mislabeled product on top for good measure.

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/gold-coast-distributors-inc-dba-shah-distributors-635805-11022022
WARNING LETTER
Gold Coast Distributors Inc. dba Shah Distributors

MARCS-CMS 635805 — NOVEMBER 02, 2022

Recipient:
Mr. Sourabh Roy
CEO
Gold Coast Distributors Inc. dba Shah Distributors
2325 W. Charter Way
Stockton, CA 95206-1135
United States

Issuing Office:
Division of Human and Animal Food Operations West V
United States

WARNING LETTER
WL 635805

Dear Mr. Roy:

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspected your ambient and frozen warehouse and re-packing facility, located at 2325 W. Charter Way, Stockton, CA 95206, from May 09-27, 2022. During our inspection of your facility, the FDA investigators observed serious violations of the Current Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food rule (CGMP & PC rule), Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 117 (21 CFR Part 117). At the conclusion of the inspection, the FDA investigators issued a Form FDA 483 (FDA-483), Inspectional Observations, listing the deviations found at your firm. In addition, during the inspection, FDA collected filth samples from various areas within your warehouse facility, and the analytical results revealed rodent, insect, or cat filth present all throughout your facility.