Southwest Ice Cream Specialties is recalling ShurFine® Brand Creamery Select Premium Ice Cream Dulce de Leche because the package may contain Praline Pecan Ice Cream. The Praline Pecan Ice Cream contains wheat, soy, and pecans that are not declared on the label. There have been no consumer complaints or reports of illness associated with the consumption of this product. The ice cream was sold in 1.75 quart (1.66 liter) "scround" containers, with UPC number 015400224840 and Plant Code 48-3202-F. The best by date is NOV 18, 2014. It was sold in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas. If you have purchased this product and are allergic to soy, wheat, and tree nuts (pecans), do not eat it; return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions and … [Read more...]
Kinnikinnick Foods Pie Crust Recalled in U.S.
The FDA is recalling Kinnikinnick Foods frozen pie crust because it contains undeclared egg, one of the major food allergens. That same product, which is made in Canada, was recalled in Canada last week. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. The product is Kinnikinnick Pie Crust (frozen), weight 290 grams/10 ounce, two per package. The UPC number is 62013300600 9. It was distributed across the United States. The Best if Used By Dates are BB2013NO30, BB2013DE12, BB2013DE13, BB2013DE14, and BB2013DE17. If you purchased this product and are allergic to eggs, do not eat it. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions, call Kinnikinnick Foods at 780-424-2900. … [Read more...]
In Canada, Pie Crusts Recalled for Undeclared Egg
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is recalling Kinnikinnick Foods Pie Crusts because they contain undeclared egg, one of the major food allergens. No illnesses have been reported associated with the consumption of this product. The pie crust is in 290 gram packages. Each packge contains two 8-inch pie crusts. The UPC number is 6 20133 00600 9 and the best before dates are 2013NO20, 2013NO21, 2013DE11, and 2013DE14. The product was distributed in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, but may have been distributed nationally. If you have purchased this product and are allergic to eggs, return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information and questions, call 780-424-2900 or the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342. … [Read more...]
Haig’s Delicacies Recalls Food for Undeclared Allergens
Haig's Delicacies of California is recalling all Tzatziki, Falafel, Spanakopita and Tyropita because the product labels do not indicate the presence of allergens. The Tzatziki is being recalled because it contains undeclared milk. The Falafel contains undeclared wheat. And the Spanakopita and Tyropita contain undeclared wheat, milk, and eggs. You can see all of the product labels at the FDA site. Anyone with a sensitivity or allergy to these ingredients could develop a life threatening reaction if they eat these products. Tzatziki is a Greek Yogurt, cucumber and dill dip/spread packaged in 8 ounce retail round deli containers and 5 pound bulk foodservice cases. Falafels are fried garbanzo bean balls which are packaged in 5 ounce retail rectangular deli containers and 5 pound bulk … [Read more...]
Fiorucci Foods Recalls Mortadella for Misbranding and Undeclared Nuts
Fiorucci Foods of Virginia is recalling about 2,650 pounds of mortadella sausage because the product contains pistachio nuts, one of the major food allergens (tree nuts), that is not declared on the label. There have been no reports of adverse reactions or illness associated with the consumption of this product. The first product recalled is cases containing two 6-8 pound bulk deli packages of "BLACK BEAR OF THE FOREST MORTADELLA" with an identifying case code of "510411". They were shipped to retailers in New Jersey and New York. The second product is cases containing two 5-7 pound bulk deli packages of "COLOSSEUM MORTADELLA" with an identifying case code of "50405". These products were shipped to distributors in Miami, Florida and Chicago, Illinois. The products were produced on … [Read more...]
FDA Requests Input on Allergen Threshold Levels
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a docket on the Federal Register asking for input on allergen threshold levels. The law requires food and beverage facilities to declare the presence of eight major food allergens on their package labels. They are: eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, soybeans, wheat, milk, fish, and shellfish. The government would like to have clearly defined thresholds to give corporations levels to achieve, plus "defined levels for enforcement." This would help the FDA determine corrective action when foods are contaminated with allergens by mistake, better respond when allergens are found in foods, and evaluate petitions for exemptions from the allergen labeling laws. Food allergies are immune-mediated sensitivities to foods that can be … [Read more...]
Mister Snacks Recalls Sunbird Snacks Yogurt Raisins for Undeclared Peanuts
Mister Snacks Inc. of New York is recalling Sunbird Snacks Yogurt Raisins because they may contain undeclared peanuts, one of the major food allergens. Those with allergies to peanuts could have a life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. The recall includes 161 cases, each containing twelve Sunbird Snacks 5 ounce Yogurt Raisin packages. The product comes in a clear 5 ounce bag marked with a lot number and expiration date of "EXP 0513 265" ink-stamped on the back of the package. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of this product. The product was distributed nationwide in retail stores. The peanut-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanuts. If you purchased this product and are … [Read more...]
Sugar Flowers Plus Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg Whites
Sugar Flowers Plus of California is recalling Cake Decors Pastillage (gum paste) Flowers because of the undeclared use of egg white wash used as a glue for the inner petals of the flowers. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg whites could have a life-threatening reaction if they consume the product. The flower were distributed to Hobby Lobby Stores and direct online sale through the company's website. THe Hobby Lobby locations in the following states may carry the Pastillage line: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MD, MI, MS, MO, MT, NY, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OH, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY. The products were on sale from March 2004 to November 2012. You can see all of the colors and types of gum paste flowers, along with their … [Read more...]
Sukhis Red Curry Vegetables Recalled for Undeclared Shrimp
Sukhi's Gourmet Indian Foods is recalling Red Curry Vegetables because it contains undeclared shrimp, one of the major food allergens. The problem was an error on the label. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of this product. The product has lot code 3390113612, a use by date of 5/14/2013, and UPC number 7-67226-02901-6. The product was shipped to distributors in California, Texas, Minnesota, and Georgia from 5/21/2012 to today. A customer complaint alerted the company to the problem. Some boxes of a single lot of Red Curry and Vegetables contained Yellow Curry with Shrimp. If you are allergic to shrimp and purchased this product, return it to the place of purchase for a refund. FOr questions, call 1-888-4SUKHIS from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm PT Monday … [Read more...]
Newman’s Own Recalls Salad Dressing for Undeclared Milk
Newman's Own Inc. is recalling Newman's Own Lite Honey Mustard Dressing because it contains undeclared milk, which is one of the major food allergens. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product. No other Newman's Own products are affected, and no illnesses have been reported to date. The products are sold in retail stores in the Eastern and Midwestern U.S. The product is 16 fl. ounce bottles of the dressing with a sell-by date of 16 OCT 13 M, a time stamp from 12:47 to 13:30, and the UPC number 0 20662 00292 1. The sell-by date is located on the neck label of the bottle. The product had an incorrect back label that did not list the allergen. If you are allergic to milk, return this product to the … [Read more...]
