DaBecca Natural Foods of Illinois is recalling about 3,450 pounds of bacon products for misbranding. They were produced under inspection, but were packaged and shipped with labels that do not bear the USDA mark of inspection. They were shipped to institutional distributors in California and Texas. No reports of problems have been received to date. The recalled product is 15 pound bulk cases of DaBecca Sliced Uncured Apple Smoked Bacon (12 - 14 slices per pound) with case code 114670 30814. They were produced on November 13, 2014. The problem was discovered during a routine label review conducted by FSIS inspectors at a distribution facility. … [Read more...]
Alpineaire Spicy Sausage Pasta Recalled for Misbranding
December 23, 2014 by
Katadyn North American Foods of California is recalling 2,719 pounds of spicy sausage products for misbranding. The label indicates that the product contains beef, but it is actually made with pork sausage. Pork is not indicated on the label. The problem was discovered by FSIS inspection personnel during a label review. There have been no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. The recalled product is Spicy Sausage Pasta in 5 ounce foil laminated pouches labeled "Alpineaire Spicy Sausage Pasta." It has the establishment number "EST. 8132" inside the USDA mark of inspection. They were produced on various dates from June 14 through November 13, 2014. The product was shipped to retail locations nationwide. … [Read more...]
Halal Beef Producer Indicted
October 28, 2014 by
The owner of Midamar Corporation of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, William B. Aossey Jr., has been indicted with 19 felony counts by a grand jury in records unsealed October 24, 2014. The charges range from conspiracy to make false statements, selling misbranded meat, and committing mail and wire fraud. Aossey is also charged with making false statements on export applications, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. In 2012, Midamar was raided by federal agents with search warrants. Officials seized the company's business records, computers, and bank accounts. Halal foods are produced under Islamic dietary guidelines that require animals are raised, cared for, and killed to limit pain. The indictments charge that Midamar employees used nail polish to cover up the federal … [Read more...]
Häagen-Dazs Recall Due to Labeling Mishap
June 28, 2014 by
Nestlé USA is recalling limited amounts of Häagen-Dazs ice cream due to mismatched packaging. People with peanut allergies should not eat the recalled product as serious reaction may occur. The recalled products are 14-ounce cartons labeled as Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream with a UPC of 74570-08400, and lid labeled as Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Peanut Butter. The "best buy" date 13May2015 and manufacturing code 24-52 4133580418D appear on the bottom of the carton. No other production dates, sizes or varieties of Häagen-Dazs ice cream are affected by this recall. The ice cream, produced May 13, 2014, was distributed in Washington D.C., Delaware, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. No other … [Read more...]
FDA Publishes Guidance Document for Honey Labeling
April 9, 2014 by
The FDA is cracking down on honey labeling, issuing a guidance document that will require companies to label honey that is not 100% honey as "blend of sugar and honey" or "blend of honey and corn syrup". The American Beekeeping Federation and other honey associations have been advocating for this change for years. That organization submitted a citizen petition in 2006 asking that the FDA adopt a U.S. standard of identify for honey. Often products that are labeled as "honey" contain other sweeteners, which some believe is food fraud. Honey is made of glucose and fructose, along with minerals such as iron, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Honey has antiseptic an antibacterial properties and is a natural anti-inflammatory, while sugar is considered inflammatory. In addition, products … [Read more...]
Chocolate Santas Recalled for Undeclared Milk
December 20, 2013 by
Concertos in Chocolate of Boulder, Colo. is recalling 450 solid milk chocolate Santas because they may contain undeclared milk products. People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk products should not eat these products as they run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. The recalled products were packaged in a clear, plastic bag with a green label and green bow under the brand name Concertos in Chocolate. The bag is 7” tall and weighs 5 ounces. The UPC number is 85869500072. The “ENJOY BY” dates range from September 1, 2014 to November 1, 2014. They were distributed in Colorado, New Mexico, Kansas, Utah and Idaho through retail stores. This recall was initiated after some milk chocolate Santas were labeled with dark chocolate Santa labels. The dark … [Read more...]
Hydravax Recalled for Undeclared Diuretic
November 30, 2013 by
IQ Formulations of Sunrise, Fla is recalling of all lots of Hydravax dietary supplement sold in 45-capsule bottles because they contain an unlisted ingredient that is a diuretic. Diuretics are prescription drugs. No illnesses or consumer complaints have been reported to date, but consumers who have purchased this product should not use it. Possible side effects of using a diuretic include an electrolyte imbalance due to water loss. Symptoms include: frequent urination, nausea, vomiting, weakness, lack of energy, fever, flushed face, and hyperactive deep tendon reflexes. High doses of diuretics may cause dehydration, nausea, vomiting and weakness and possibly hypotension and excessive levels of potassium in the blood. Anyone who took the supplement and is experiencing these problems … [Read more...]
La Boulange Recalls Caramel Jams for Undeclared Allergen
November 16, 2013 by
La Boulange Café & Bakery is recalling soft caramel jams that may have been mislabeled. The recalled product, Soft Caramel Jams in 8.4 oz. jars with lot number 822713, was sold exclusively in 20 La Boulange Café & Bakery stores in the San Francisco Bay Area. There have been no reported illnesses. The recall was initiated after the company discovered that jars labeled as Soft Caramel Jams were inadvertently filled with Hazelnut Jam, and therefore contain an undeclared nut allergen, hazelnut. Those allergic to hazelnut could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product. For those who are not allergis, there is no safety issue. The recall includes Soft Caramel Jam products sold from August 15, 2013 to November 11, 2013 with lot number 822713 on a … [Read more...]
Oceana Reports Seafood Fraud in New York City, Elsewhere
December 11, 2012 by
Oceana.org, an international organization focused on ocean conservation, has released a study that shows widespread seafood fraud in New York City and elsewhere around the country. Fraud can include exchanging a lower quality fish for a more desirable species, short weighting, and false information about the product. In fact, they state that everywhere seafood is tested, fraud is found. Mislabeling was found in 48% of seafood products sold in Boston, in 55% of products sold in Los Angeles, and in 31% of seafood sold in Miami. In New York City, 39% of the 142 seafood samples collected and DNA tested from grocery stores, sushi venus, and restaurants were mislabeled, violating FDA guidelines. Dr. Kimberly Warner, report author and senior scientist at Oceana, said in a statement, "it's … [Read more...]
Lao Chareune Foods Recalls Beef and Pork That Was Not Inspected
October 16, 2012 by
Lao Chaueune Foods of Texas is recalling about 8,200 pounds of beef and pork products because they were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and misbranded. There have been no reports of illness linked to the consumption of these products. They were produced from May 22, 2012 to the present and were distributed to retail establishments in Louisiana and Texas. Recalled products include 3-ounce and 8-ounce package containing "Pork Snack Stick", 3.20-ounce packages of "Seasoned Fried Beef", 1.76-ounce packages of "Fried Pork Skins", and 1.20-ounce packages of "Sliced Fried Pork Ears." Each package has the establishment number "EST. 13479" inside the USDA mark of inspection. There are no production or expiration dates on the products in commerce. You can see all of the product … [Read more...]
