The FASTER Act for sesame labeling and food allergy research has passed the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill, called the Food Allergen Safety, Treatment, education, and Research Act (S. 578), passed the U.S. Senate on March 3, 2021, and it now goes from Congress to President Biden for his signature. This bill has been long advocated for by food allergy and food safety advocates. Now, sesame products must be labeled as allergens on all processed and packaged foods, which will help the 1,600,000 Americans who are allergic to this ingredient. Lisa Gable, chief executive officer of Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), said in a statement, "There is nothing more important to the food allergy community than ensuring that the FASTER Act is put into law. On behalf of the … [Read more...]
Ramen Noodles Recalled for Undeclared Eggs
According to the FDA's Weekly Enforcement Report for the week of February 10, 2016, Tankutsu Ramen made by Sun Noodle Honolulu is recalled because it may contain eggs, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to eggs could have a serious allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recalled product is Tonkutsu Ramen in 12 ounce plastic clear clamshell package. The UPC number is 0 85315 40003 5. It was sold nationwide and specifically distributed in Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York. You can see the long list of product codes at the FDA web site. If you purchased this product and are allergic to eggs, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. … [Read more...]
Vic’s Original White Popcorn Recalled for Undeclared Milk
Barrel O' Fun Snack Foods is recalling one lot of Vic's Original White Popcorn because it may contain milk, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to date. The recalled product is Vic's Original White Popcorn in 1-1/8 ounce bags. The UPC number is UPC 0-46555-00062-1, and the best by date is 09DEC2015. The Manufacture Code is 5195M75. The product was distributed through foodservice and retail locations in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. If you purchased this product and are allergic to milk, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. … [Read more...]
Veggie Evolution Kale Crisps Recalled for Undeclared Soy
It Takes a Village Foods of Idaho is recalling Veggie Evolution Kale Crisps Zen Nori because it contains undeclared one, which is one of the major food allergens. People who are allergic to soy could have a serious allergic reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to date. The product is seaweed flavored dehydrated kale chips in a 1.5 ounce package. The product that is being recalled has Best if Used By date stamp on or before 022116. It was sold in retail stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Michigan, Oregon, Utah, and also sold on line at VeggieEvolution.com. It was sold between 09/18/2014 and 07/15/2015. If you purchased this product and are allergic to soy, do not eat it. Throw it away or return to the place of purchase for a refund. … [Read more...]
Cub and Rainbow Danish Rolls Recalled for Undeclared Milk
Supervalu is recalling Cub Foods and Rainbow Foods Danish Rolls because they contain undeclared milk, one of the major food allergens. People who are allergic to milk could have a serious reaction if they eat these products. There is no word on whether or not any illnesses have been reported to date. The Danish Rolls containing milk were produced and packaged with a label that did not include milk. The Danish Rolls were produced in Cub and Rainbow Foods locations in Minnesota and Illinois. They are packaged in a 4 count (13 ounce) clear plastic clam shell. The Danish Rolls were made in three varieties: Danish, Caramel Danish, and Caramel Nut Danish. The product was for sale on or before Monday July 13, 2015 and has a three-day expiration date. If you purchased this product and are … [Read more...]
CocoNoNut Cacao-Nectar Bar Recalled for Almonds
Nectar Foods is recalling 300 CocoNoNut Cacao-Nectar Bars because the product may contain undeclared almonds. Anyone who is allergic to almonds, or tree nuts, could have a serious allergic reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to date. A customer notified the company of the issue. The recalled product has a net weight of 2.5 ounces (70.8 grams), Honey Mama's brand, with UPC number 8 54835 00406 7. The expiration date on the back of the package is 121815. Product was distributed in retail stores in California, Oregon, and Washington. The product has an orange label and is sold in an orange cardboard display box in the refrigerated "grab and go" pastry and deli sections of grocery stores. If you purchased this product and are allergic to almonds, do not eat … [Read more...]
Candy Recalled in Canada for Undeclared Milk
AJ International Trading of Ontario is recalling Lollipop candy for undeclared milk, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to milk could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. There is no work on whether or not any reactions have occurred. There is no brand name on the products, just Chinese characters. All codes were milk is not declared on the label are recalled. These items are all sold in 200 gram containers. The recalled items are Lollipop Candy - Orange with UPC number 6 911316 820302; Lollipop Candy - Lychee with UPC number 6 911316 821026; Lollipop Candy - Mango with UPC number 6 911316 521308; Lollipop Candy - Strawberry with UPC number 6 911316 610408; and Lollipop Candy - Lemon with UPC number 6 911316 541306. If you purchased these items and … [Read more...]
Bella Rosa Grated Parmesan Cheese Recalled for Undeclared Egg
Arthur Schuman of New Jersey is recalling 30,200 pounds of Bella Rose Grated Parmesan Cheese because it may contain undeclared egg, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to egg could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to date. The product is sold in 1.25 pound PET jars, with UPC number 088231410041. The "Sell by Dates" are July 13, 2015; August 17, 2015; and September 10, 2015. Those dates are printed on the side of the jar just below the lid. It was sold exclusively through BJ's Wholesale Clubs in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Ohio. If you purchased this product and are allergic to egg, do not eat it. … [Read more...]
Whole Foods Vegetable Chili Recalled for Undeclared Milk
Brett Anthony Foods is recalling Whole Foods Market branded Vegetable Chili sold from the Whole Foods Market in Naperville, Illinois because it may contain undeclared milk, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to milk could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to date. The store is located at 2607 W. 75th Street in Naperville. The product is packaged in a plastic 8 ounce cup labeled "Whole Foods Market, Vegetable Chili" with an expiration date of "70915" on the bottom of the cup. Only two cups are affected by this recall. The product is labeled "Vegetable Chili" but the cup actually contains tomato basil soup, which is made with milk. If you purchased this product and are allergic to milk, do not eat … [Read more...]
Shrimp Products Recalled in Canada for Undeclared Allergens
Choice Canning Company in Canada is recalling Tastee Choice brand Shrimp Sorrentino and Shrimp Fried Rice because they may contain milk and gluten, two of the major food allergens, that are not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to or sensitive to those ingredients, including celiac patients, may have a serious reaction if they eat these products. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. The recalled products are both Tastee Choice brand. The first is Shrimp Sorrentino in 680 gram packages. All codes where milk is not declared on the label are recalled. The UPC number of that product is 7 46167 84001 0. Also recalled is Shrimp Fried Rice in 680 gram packages. All codes where milk and gluten are not declared on the label are recalled. The UPC number for … [Read more...]