Whole Foods Dark Chocolate Sandwich Cremes are being recalled in Canada (they are also recalled in the United States) for undeclared milk, one of the major food allergens. This recall was triggered by the recall in the United States. Anyone who is allergic to milk or who has lactose intolerance could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses or allergic reaction reports have been received by the company to date. The recalled products were sold in Whole Foods Market stores in Ontario and may have been sold nationally through internet sales. They are 365 Everyday Value brand. They are Dark Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cremes sold in 220 gram packages. The UPC number on the product is 0 99482 47605 2 and all best by dates up to and including May 1, 2020 are recalled. … [Read more...]
Annie Chun’s Teriyaki Noodle Bowl Recalled For Undeclared Peanuts
CJ Foods, a division of CJ America Inc. is voluntarily recalling Annie Chun's Teriyaki Noodle Bowl because it may contain undeclared peanuts, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to peanuts who eats this product may have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. No allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The recalled product is Annie Chun's Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowl. It is packaged in 7.8 ounce containers that are opaque white plastic bowls with paper sleeves. The UPC number on the product is 7-65667-10387-6 and the lot number is 12/25/2020. The company discovered some bowls that were packaged in outer sleeves indicating they were Teriyaki Noodle Bowls actually contained Pad Thai noodle, which contains peanuts … [Read more...]
One Lot of Aunt Jeni’s Frozen Raw Pet Food May Contain Salmonella
The FDA is cautioning pet owners not to feed their animals one lot of Aunt Jeni's Frozen Raw Pet Food because it may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. That product is Aunt Jeni's Home Made All-Natural Raw Turkey Dinner Dog Food, sold in 5 pound (2.3 kg) packages. The lot number on the product is 175331, and the use by date is NOV2020. In the notice, the FDA states, "FDA is issuing this alert because this lot of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made frozen raw pet food represents a serious threat to human and animal health. Because the product is sold and stored frozen, FDA is concerned that people may still have it in their possession." Salmonella can sicken humans and dogs. The Salmonella that may be in this product is resistant to multiple antibiotic drugs. In January 2020, the FDA … [Read more...]
Butlers Irish Whiskey Dark Chocolate Bar Recalled For Milk
Gourmet International and Butlers Chocolates are recalling Butlers Irish Whiskey Dark Chocolate Bar because it may contain undeclared milk, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to milk, has a severe sensitivity to milk proteins, or who is lactose intolerant could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with this issue. About 1900 bars were distributed to a limited number of specialty food stores in these states: California, Connecticut, Indiana, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. They were available to consumers through retail locations. the recalled product is Butlers Irish Whiskey … [Read more...]
Save a Lot Recalls Coburn Farms Snackers Trays For Undeclared Peanuts
Save A Lot is recalling 131 cases of Coburn Farms Snackers Trays, which contain Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Juice-Infused Dried Cranberries, and Roasted Sea Salted Cashews, due to a labeling error that omits peanuts on the ingredient list. This product is a tray that combines these foods for snacks. This product may contain peanuts, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to peanuts, which can be the most serious food allergy, could have a serious reaction if they eat these products. No adverse reactions have been reported to date in connection with this issue. These Snackers Trays products were distributed through Save A Lot retail stores in these states: Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, … [Read more...]
Aqua Okeano / Seven Baskets Fish Products Recalled For Egg
Fresh 7 Baskets is recalling Aqua Okeano / Seven Baskets fish products because they may contain egg, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to egg could have a serous allergic reaction if they eat these products. There have been no reported reactions associated with the consumption of these products. These products were sold in Ontario and Quebec at the retail level and may have been sold nationally. The recalled products are both Aqua Okeano / Seven Baskets brand. They are Handmade Fish Cake with Vegetable, sold in 270 gram packages. The UPC number on the product is 6 28504 82751 2 and the code is Lot No: AIJHBD. The production date is 19 AU 24, and the best before date is 2021 AU 23. Also recalled is White Fish Ball, sold in 180 gram … [Read more...]
Lotte Chocopie Recalled For Misbranding and Almonds
Lotte Int'l America Corp is recalling Chocopie that was made by Lotte Confectionary Company in Korea because it contains a small amount of almonds that are not declared on the label. Almonds or tree nuts are one of the eight major food allergens the United States requires to be identified in food. the label does state that the product is "manufactured in a facility that also processes peanut or almond." Anyone who eats this product may have a serious allergic reaction. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The recalled precuts are Lotte Chocopie Original, sold in 12 pack containers with expiration date 06/23/2020, Chocopie Banana, also sold in 12 pack containers, with an expiration date of 04/11/2020, and Chocopie Cacao, sold in 12 pack packaging, … [Read more...]
Supermarkets Are Failing To Post Food Recalls, Says U.S. PIRG
A new report by the U.S. PIRG (public interest research groups) has found that most supermarkets are failing to post food recalls and don't make it easy for consumers to find out about recalled products. The report is titled, "Food Recall Failure: Will your supermarket warn you about hazardous food?" It gave a failing grade to 84% of the nation's 26 largest supermarket chains. Some of the chains that received a failing grade include Aldi, Publix, Whole Foods, Safeway, Albertsons, HEB, Meijer, Stop & Shop, Trader Joe's, Food Lion, and Walmart. Those supermarkets are failing to post food recalls. U.S. PIRG Education Fund Consumer Watchdog Adam Garber said in a statement, "Supermarkets should be our best recall notification system, but instead, we found that shoppers must go on … [Read more...]
Ready Pack Bistro Bowl Spinach Dijon Salad Recalled For Allergens
Missa Bay of Swedesboro, New Jersey, is recalling 1,154 cases of Ready Pac Bistro Bowl Spinach Dijon Salad because a labeling error (mislabeling) omitted egg and wheat allergens on a limited number of the product. The salads contain egg and wheat, two of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to egg or wheat, or who has celiac disease, could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No adverse allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date. Eggs and wheat are visible through the packaging and are identified on the top label, but are not declared on the ingredient statement. An incorrect bottom label was used on some of these products. These salads were distributed through retail stores in these states: Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Crusted Alaska Pollack Nuggets Recalled For Mislabeling
Corinthian Trading, doing business as Corinthian Foods, is recalling Uncooked Sweet Potato Crusted Alaska Pollack Nuggets for mislabeling. The bag contains Chicken Nuggets instead of Fish Nuggets. All allergens have been properly declared on the label, and no illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date. The problem is that the label on the retail package doesn't match the label and description of the master case. The incorrect labels were applied to the product, which means the product is mislabeled according to legal requirements. The recalled product is Uncooked Sweet Potato Crusted Alaska Pollack Nuggets sold in 5 pound retail bags that are clear with a white label and black writing. The Nuggets themselves are 1 ounce. The date code is CF 35319. This … [Read more...]
