AUGUST 2004
WEEK ENDING AUGUST 7
Product(s) Recalled: Frozen Ground Beef Patties
Production Dates/Identifying Codes:
Produced June 21, 2004. Products subject to recall include:
Problem/Reason for Recall: The recall was prompted by
epidemiological evidence related to illnesses linked to consumption of a
product produced by this establishment on June 21, 2004. FSIS continues to work
with state and federal partners on this investigation.
Federal Establishment:
Carneco Foods LLC
1529 23rd Street East
Columbus, NE 68601
Consumer Contact: John Schaller, Div. V.P. of Operations, (402)
603-7936
Media Contact: John Schaller, Div. V.P. of Operations, (402)
603-7936
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 497,000 pounds
Distribution: Shipped to retail stores in Pennsylvania, New
Jersey, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Wisconsin and Maine
Problem/Reason for Recall: The products may
be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
How/When Discovered: Plant testing reported a positive result
for Listeria monocytogenes on August 3, 2004
Federal Establishment:
Hi-Grade Meats, Inc.
2160 South West Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Consumer Contact: Rick Conde, Sales Manager, 801-487-5818
Media Contact: Randy Maxfield, Vice President, 801-487-5818
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 1,470 pounds
Distribution: Utah
PRODUCT
a) Warner's Raw Whole Almonds, Net Wt. 2.25 oz. (63.78 g), 24 bags per case;
b) Tropical Mix; the product was packaged in Net Wt. 16 oz. E-Z Open/Close
plastic bags, 18 bags per case, and 25 lb. stenciled bulk cases, item #34006,
and in 5 oz. plastic bags, 24 bags per case.
c) Energy Mix packaged in 16 oz. plastic bags.
d) Figi's Inc. California Fruit Mix, packaged in 25 lb. bulk boxes, product
code 012-0126-9-01. Recall # F-307-4;
e) Dot's Tropical Mix, packaged in 5 oz. plastic bags.
CODE
a) Lot number 021104;
b) 25 lb. bulk - lot number 41404, 16 oz. bags ‚ lot number 033104, 5 oz. bags
‚ lot numbers 021204 and 021104;
c) Lot number 4092, EXP. 10-01-04;
d) Lot number 032304;
e) Lot number 120103.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Superior Nut & Candy Dist. CO, Chicago,
IL.
REASON The products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled
by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 9,964.5 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION IL, IN, MN, MO and WI.
PRODUCT Red Flower, Natural Almond, Product of the U.S.A., Net Wt. 12
oz.
CODE The product was not coded. The firm recalled shipments from
September 19, 2003 to February 28, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Red Flower Ltd, Linden, NJ.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by
Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 668/12 oz. bags.
DISTRIBUTION FL, MA, MD, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, TX, AND VA.
PRODUCT
a) Awrey brand Marquise Tropical Chocolate Cake, 2 1/2 pounds, Product Code
7240.
b) Awrey brand Marquise Variety Assortment #1 (includes a Marquise tropical
chocolate cake);
Product Code 7290.
c) Sysco Bakersource brand Variety Assortment #1 (includes a
tropical chocolate cake), Product Codes
7288 and 9523622.
CODE
a) Lot 111103;
b) Lots: 016703, 020204, 108003, 111103 and 111203;
c) Lots: 003304, 014404, 016204, 016703, 020204, 026204, 107003, 111103,
111203, 114003 and 123103.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Awrey Bakeries, Inc., Livonia, MI.
REASON The products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled
by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 13,000 cakes.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Raw whole almonds in 5 lb. Clear plastic bag, heat sealed. Bags
are not labeled.
CODE The product was not coded. The affected product was distributed
from August 21, 2003 to April 5, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pacific Food Importers Inc., Seattle, WA.
REASON The products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled
by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 119/5 lb. Bags.
DISTRIBUTION WA.
PRODUCT
a) Harvest Health Foods brand Almonds, whole raw in random size packages.
b) Harvest Health Foods brand Harvest Mix, raw in random size packages.
CODE All packages purchased on or before May 28, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Harvest Health, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI.
REASON The products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled
by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,310 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MI.
PRODUCT Archer Farms Breaded Cod Fillets, approximately 8 fillets, Net
Wt, 24 oz. (1 lb 8 oz) 680g carton, frozen.
CODE Date codes having the following first 4 digits located on flap to
the left of principal display panel: 2106, 2130, 2175, 2189, 2198, 2296, 3015,
3069, 3092, 3098, 3112, 3189, 3204, 3273, 3322, 3352, 4027, 4041, 4057, 4119.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER High Liner Foods, Inc., Portsmouth, NH.
REASON The product contains undeclared egg whites.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 24,000 units.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Oasis brand almond garlic spread in 8 oz., plastic tub.
CODE If Frozen Use By: 05/04/04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kastoria, Inc., Seattle, WA.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount Farms
due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 12 cases/12/8 oz containers.
DISTRIBUTION AK, OR, and WA.
PRODUCT
a) Bear Foods brand RAW-Supreme Almonds packed in clear plastic bags ranging in
weight from 8 oz.
to 6 lbs.
b) Bear Foods brand Bear's Delight Trail Mix packed in clear plastic bags
ranging in weight from 8 oz.
to 6 lbs.
c) Bear Foods brand Diabetic Snack Mix packed in clear plastic bags ranging in
weight from 8 oz.
to 6 lbs.
d) Bear Foods brand Stehekin Trail Blazer packed in clear plastic bags ranging
in weight from 8 oz.
to 6 lbs.
CODE "Packed on May 22, 04" or before.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bears Foods Market, Chelan, WA.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 184 case/12/8 oz. packages; 111 cs/12/2.5
oz. packages.
DISTRIBUTION WA.
PRODUCT Almonds sold as R. Hirt Jr., Company brand Whole Raw
Almonds in 1-lb. bags and Non-Pareil Almonds, #5024 in 5-lb. bags.
CODE All lots numbers ending in a 3 or a 4.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER R. Hirt Jr., CO., Detroit, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,850 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MI.
PRODUCT Sin Fill brand Green Pistachio Pudding artificially flavored dessert
mix in 36 pound bags; Product code 3246R.
CODE The product is coded "Mfg Date: Dec. 23, 2003-01, Use By: Dec.
2004" and "Mfg Date: Jan. 05, 2004-01, Use By: Jan. 2005".
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Michigan Dessert Corporation, Oak Park, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 199 bags.
DISTRIBUTION OR.
PRODUCT Stone Mill Foods brand SM Pistachio CrËme Dessert Salad (pudding
blend) in 6 lb. Containers.
CODE The product is coded 20040522, 20040618, 20040620, 20040702,
20040706, 20040709, 20040722.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Reser's Fine Foods, Inc., Beaverton, OR.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 815 cases of 2/6 lb. Containers.
DISTRIBUTION WA, OR, and CA.
PRODUCT Gold Shield brand raw whole almonds in 2.5 oz. and 8 oz. plastic
bags. 12 packages/case.
CODE The product is coded "Best When Used By" 4049 FEB 05,
4120 APR 05, 4139 MAY 05 (2.5 OZ.) AND 3294 OCT 04, 3321 NOV 04 (8 oz.).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pacific Seasonings, Inc., Kent, WA.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 184 cs/12 pkgs/8 oz. bags; 111 cs/12
pkg/2.5 oz bags.
DISTRIBUTION WA and CA.
PRODUCT
a) A.L. Verna "Fresh V" almond bits in 2.25 oz. (63 g) plastic
package. Packed in 12 bags to 1 unit.
b) A.L. Verna "Fresh V" whole almonds in 2.25 oz. (63g) plastic
package. Packed in 12 bags to 1 unit.
CODE
a) Sell by date 11/01/2004;
b) Sell by 01/01/2005.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER A. L. Verna Co., Inc., Vineland, NJ.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 24,885/2.25 oz packages.
DISTRIBUTION PA.
PRODUCT Herold's Salads brand Tuna Salad, Packaged in 5-lb. plastic
containers.
CODE Best Before 5-17.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Herolds Salads, Inc., Cleveland, OH.
REASON The product is contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 18-5 lb. Containers.
DISTRIBUTION OH.
PRODUCT Chamdel brand Yeast Barley Hard Tack, aka and labeled as
Korean Cookies, in 6.34 oz. plastic package. Product of Korea.
CODE 09762K.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Rhee Brothers, Inc., Columbia, MD.
REASON Cookies contain undeclared ingredients including milk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 7,500 packages (375 cases).
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Kellogg's Corn Flakes Cereal, Net Wt 18 oz. (1 lb 2 oz) (510g).
CODE Better if used before Mar 31 2005/KLB 009.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Kellogg Co., Battle Creek, MI.
REASON Cartons of cereal labeled as "Corn Flakes" actually
contain "Special K" cereal, which contains milk ‚ and wheat-derived
ingredients (dried whey, wheat gluten, and wheat germ). The label of the
"Corn Flakes" cereal does not list any milk ‚ or wheat-derived
ingredients.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 6,300 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT
a) Raspberry Cocktail Mix in 2-liter containers. Product is a liquid concentrated beverage mix packed
into a 2 liter plastic container with the following label: RES # 108548
Sunsational STRAWBERRY PERFECT FROZEN COCKTAIL. PRODUCT OF CANADA.
b) Sub Beverage brand Peach Cocktail Mix in 2-liter containers.
c) Sunsational brand Blue Hawaii Delight in 2-liter containers.
d) No Ka Oi brand Blue Hawaii Delight in 12-liter plastic containers.
CODE
a) Lot # D250309SA;
b) K120209SA, L130209SA, K180209SA, H260309SA and I120309SA;
c) A070309SA, C180309SA, D290309SA, G040309SA, J220309SA, K120309SA;
d) L200209SA, A150309SA, G110309SA and I230309SA.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Vitality Foodservices, Inc., Tampa, FL.
REASON Product contains the undeclared allergen whey protein.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 289-12 liter and 930-2 liters.
DISTRIBUTION Hawaii, WA, FL, and CA.
PRODUCT
a) Repackaged raw whole almonds. Packaged in 5 lbs., 10 lbs., and 25 lbs. bags
in boxes and labeled as
"SHELLED ALMONDS". The firm may also package product in other sizes
if specifically requested
from a customer.
b) Repackaged raw diced almonds. Packaged in 5 lbs., 10 lbs., and
25 lbs. bags in boxes and labeled as
"SHELLED ALMONDS". The firm may also package product in other sizes
if specifically requested
from a customer.
CODE Viginia & Spanish Peanut Company, Inc. does not utilize any
product coding systems including date of manufacture. Repackaged raw almonds
are typically packaged in 5 lbs., 10 lbs., and 25 lbs. bags in boxes and
labeled as shelled almonds. The firm may also package product in other sizes if
specifically requested from a customer.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Virginia-Spanish Peanut Co., Providence, RI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 3,000 pounds (est).
DISTRIBUTION RI, MA, CT, NH, VT, and ME.
PRODUCT California Mix packaged in 11 oz. bags under the Evon's brand
name and in 1 lb. 5 oz. packages unbranded, 12 packages per case.
CODE 11 oz. ‚ Best By 3-30-05-05S1; 1 lb. 5 oz. ‚ Best By 01-30-05-05S2.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc., Elk
Grove Village, IL.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 605 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION IL, WI, IN, MI, MN, and NV.
PRODUCT Koeze's Nut House and Loeze's Nuts brands Raw Almonds.
CODE Code dates of April 9, through May 25.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Koeze Company, Wyoming, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 20 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION MI.
PRODUCT
a) Duck Sauce packed in 1/2 oz plastic packages. NO MSG. 500 packages per case.
b) Hot Sauce packed in 1/2 oz plastic packages.There are 500 packages per case.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Yi Pin Food Products Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON The duck sauce contains undeclared colors - FD&C Yellow No. 6
and FD&C Red No. 40. while the hot sauce contains undeclared color ‚
FD&C Yellow No. 6.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
Duck Sauce: 6718 cases (500 packets per case);
Hot Sauce: 1860 cases (500 packets per case).
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Bernard's Pasteurized Crabmeat, 16 oz. cup.
CODE Lot 1302, 16 oz cup, exp 01/18/2007.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bernard's Seafood Co., Ltd., Marrero, LA.
REASON The product is contaminated with chloramphenicol based on FDA's
analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 306 cases of 12 units.
DISTRIBUTION LA and MS.
PRODUCT Bernard's Brand Pasteurized Crabmeat Pateurized-Hand Selected,
Net Wt. 1 lb (454g). Product of China.
CODE Lot Code: 1302; Sell by date handwritten in black ink on case
label: 01/18/2007.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Albertson's Distribution Center, Fort Worth,
TX.
REASON The product is contaminated with chloramphenicol based on FDA's
analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 927 tubs.
DISTRIBUTION TX, LA, and OK.
PRODUCT Publix Bakery brand Glazed Raspberry Swirl One Half CrËme Cake
20 oz.
CODE Coded 7 26 04 on the frozen cases and the store puts on a Sell By
date when displayed that would vary.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Publix Super Markets, Inc, Lakeland, FL.
REASON Packages labeled as Glazed Raspberry Swirl One Half CrËme Cake
actually contain a different product, Glazed Almond One Half Cream Cake.
Although the ingredient statement on the package does not list almonds as an
ingredient, the product is packaged in a clear container and the almonds are
plainly visible on top of the cake.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 416 cases of 8.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
K.L.Y. Trading Company, Inc. Recalls "Dried Sesame Seeds," Dried Red Pepper" and "Dried Mung Beans" Because of Possible Health Risk
K.L.Y.
Trading Co., Inc. of San Francisco, California, is recalling the following
products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella:
"Dried Sesame Seeds" Net Wt: 14 oz.
"Dried Red Pepper" Net Wt: 2 oz.
"Dried Mung Beans" Net Wt: 14 oz.
These products come in a clear plastic bag. The firm's logo
displays two red fish holding a yellow coin and the firm's name and address
appear on the front of the plastic bag. Product sold after March 30, 2004, is
being recalled.
The contamination was identified when routine testing conducted by
the California Department of Health Services (DDHS) revealed the presence of
Salmonella in a sample of "K.L.Y. Trading Company, Inc. brand Dried Sesame
Seeds."
The recalled K.L.Y. Trading Company product was sold in
supermarkets throughout Northern California.
The company is asking supermarkets to discontinue distribution of
this product and to promptly return the product and stock on hand to the
company for credit. Consumers should not consume this product and return this
product to the point of purchase for a refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Elaine Chan at 415-467-1820.
Roxy Trading Inc., Recalls "Roxy Brand White Sesame Seeds" Because of Possible Health Risk
Roxy
Trading Inc., of Azusa, California, is recalling the following product because
it may be contaminated with Salmonella: “Roxy Brand White Sesame Seeds”
This product comes in a 4 oz clear plastic bag with Chinese
wording and Roxy logo. The package is red, gold and white and approximately
7”x5” in size with the bar code number, 051299 120320. The firm’s name and
address appears on the back of the plastic bag. Product sold after June 26,
2004, is being recalled.
The contamination was identified when routine testing conducted by
the California Department of Health Services (CDHS) revealed the presence of
salmonella in a sample of “Roxy Brand White Sesame Seeds.”
The recalled Roxy Brand product was sold in supermarkets
throughout California.
The company is asking supermarkets to discontinue distribution of
this product and to promptly return the product and stock on hand to the
company for credit. Consumers should not consume this product and return this
product to the point of purchase for a refund.
Consumers
with questions may contact Paulette Ho, General Manager at 626-610-1388.
Product(s) Recalled: Fully Cooked Ham
Production Dates/Identifying Codes: Produced July 27, 2004.
The products subject to recall are bulk packages of "RUSSER, Canadian
Brand Maple Ham, Made in the USA, WATER ADDED." A sell by date of
"OCT. 25, 04" appears on each label. In addition, the hams bear the
establishment code "Est. 5222" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The product may be contaminated
with Listeria monocytogenes.
How/When Discovered: Plant testing reported a positive result
for Listeria monocytogenes on August 10, 2004.
Federal Establishment:
Zemco Industry, Inc.
665 Perry Street
Buffalo, NY 14210
Consumer Contact: Consumer Services Toll Free Line,
866-658-0019
Media Contact: Libby Lawson, Media and Community Relations,
(479) 290-3486
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 422 pounds
Distribution: Connecticut, New York, Ohio
FDA Alerts Consumers That Certain Healthy Way Brand Sprouted Grain Bread Products May Contain Stone Pieces
Based
on reports from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers that certain Healthy Way brand
name sprouted grain bread products may contain small pieces of stone that could
cause injuries. The products are manufactured by Olafson's Baking Company of
Annacis Island , British Columbia, Canada, and are distributed through retail
outlets in the states of Washington and Oregon.
The
following Healthy Way brand Sprouted Grain bread products are affected by this
alert. The date code can be found on the Quik Lock plastic closure on the
package.
|
PRODUCT
NAME |
SIZE
/ PACK |
UPC
& BEST BEFORE DATE |
|
Grain
and Seed |
Net
Wt. 21 oz. |
065776800247 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Twenty
Grain |
Net
Wt. 21 oz. |
065776800216 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Twenty
Grain |
2
Pack |
06577600414 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Flax
Loaf |
Net
Wt. 21 oz |
065776800223 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Sprouted
100% Whole Wheat |
Net
Wt. 21 oz |
065776800230 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Carb
Conscious |
Net
Wt. 16 oz |
065776475247 Date
codes from 01 JN to 03 AU inclusive |
|
Alpine
|
Net
Wt. 21 oz |
065776800209 Date
codes from 03 JN to 05 AU inclusive |
Although
the affected products may have been sold by now, some consumers may have stored
these products in their freezers. The manufacturer, Olafson's Baking Company, is
voluntarily recalling the affected products throughout Canada and the States of
Oregon and Washington.
Consumers
who have recalled product should not eat it, but instead return it to the place
of purchase for a refund.
For more information, consumers and industry can contact Olafson's Baking Company at 1-800 465-5515.
Murray Int'l Trading Co., Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Wing Shing Dried Lily Flower
Murray
International Trading, Inc., 908 Dean Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11238 is recalling
Wing Shing Dried Lily Flower because it may contain undeclared sulfites.
The recalled Wing Shing Dried Lily Flower was sold in a clear,
uncoded, 6oz plastic package and is a product of China. The product was sold
throughout New York State.
Consumers who have purchased Wing Shing Dried Lily Flower should
return it to the place of purchase.
Consumers
with questions may contact the company at 718-230-7888.
Neighbors
Coffee of Oklahoma City, OK, is recalling all whole bean coffees produced with
nuts as an ingredient. The hazelnuts, almonds, peanuts, and/or pecans were
undeclared ingredients used in all nut-flavored, whole bean coffees packed in 8
ounce, 1 pound, and 5 pound bags.
The whole bean, nut-flavored coffees in 8 ounce and larger
packages include the following flavors produced 2-12-04 through 8-12-04. the 5
pound bags are marked with lot numbers 0434-2254 on the front, bottom center of
the package. The 8 ounce and 1 pound packages do not bear a lot code.
|
Almond Amaretto |
Banana Nut Creme |
Butter Pecan |
Caramel Nut |
The recalled whole bean, nut-flavored coffees were distributed
nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders.
Consumers with allergies to nuts or any concern about allergies to
nuts who have purchased whole bean 8 ounce, 1 pound, or 5 pound bags of
nut-flavored coffee are urged to return them to the place of purchase for an
exchange or full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at
1-800-299-9016.
Neighbors Coffee Expands Coffee Allergy Alert to Include Undeclared Almonds in Tea
Neighbors
Coffee of Oklahoma City, OK, announced a recall of 25 flavors of whole bean,
nut flavored coffees that contain undeclared peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds,
and/or pecans. Recalled coffee includes Caffeinated, European Decaffeinated,
and Swiss Water Decaffeinated whole bean, nut flavored coffees in 8 oz, 12 oz,
1 lb., and 5 lb. packaging. Neighbors Coffee announces today the expansion of
this recall to include 2 lb. bulk packages of caffeinated and decaffeinated
Amaretto Tea and Cherry Almond Tea because the teas contain undeclared almonds.
Recalled teas were sold nationwide in bulk bins at retail stores.
Recalled teas were also sold by mail order, Internet, and telephone orders. The
Amaretto Tea and Cherry Almond Tea were produced from 2-12-04 through 8-12-04.
Both teas, packaged in 2 pound bags, are marked with lot numbers 0434 through
2254 on the front, bottom center of the package.
Consumers with allergies to almonds who have purchased Amaretto or
Cherry Almond bulk tea are urged to return them to the place of purchase for an
exchange or full refund.
Consumers with questions
may contact the company at 1-800-299-9016.
PRODUCT
a) Argires
Tropical Mix, packaged in 16 oz. plastic tubs.
b) Argires Whole Raw Almond.
CODE
a) All product shipped between 04/16/04 and 05/28/04.
b) All product shipped between 12/17/03 and 2/19/04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Anton Argires, Co.
REASON The products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled
by Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 866 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION IL.
PRODUCT Edy's Grand Ice Cream, in 1.75 quart size cartons. The lower
"cup" portion of the carton identifies the ice cream as "Toffee
Bar Crunch" while the upper "lid" portion of the carton
identifies the ice cream as "Peanut Butter Cup". The ice cream
variety inside the carton is Peanut Butter Cup.
CODE 18-1644 11 27 6B and 18-1644 11 27 6D.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Dreyers Grand Ice Cream, Inc.
REASON Undeclared peanuts; the "cup" portion of the package
identified the product as Toffee Bar Crunch, a variety that does not contain
peanut ingredients. The ice cream inside the package is actually Peanut Butter
Crunch.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 15,756 packages.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT King Harvest brand Spinach Hummus in 7 oz. clear plastic tubs
labeled KING HARVEST KEEP REFRIGERATED
CODE USE BY 6/14/04 and USE BY
6/21/04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER King Harvest Natural Foods, Inc., Portland,
OR.
REASON The product contains undeclared wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 168/7 oz. containers.
DISTRIBUTION OR, WA.
WEEK ENDING AUGUST 28
PRODUCT Germack Pistachio Company brand Almonds in 16 oz. bags.
CODE Lots 040806, 040807, 040819, 040919, 040924, 050105, 050421 and
050422.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Germack Pistachio Co., Detroit, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by
Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Samonella
enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4,524 BAGS.
DISTRIBUTION CT, FL, IL, MI, and OH.
PRODUCT Smoked Salmon Whole, sold in vacumm packed units that are
approximately 2 2.5 lbs. each.
CODE Batch # 2063, Use/Freeze By Jun 20, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Catsmo Corp., Wallkill, NY.
REASON New York State sample analysis revealed the presence of Listeria
monocytogenes in the product.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 422 units.
DISTRIBUTION NY and NV.
PRODUCT Merlino Foods brand Raw whole almonds packaged in 5 lb. clear
flexible plastic bags.
CODE All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Merlino Foods, Seattle, WA.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by
Paramount Foods due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 30/5 lb. bags.
DISTRIBUTION WA.
PRODUCT
a) Pic-A-Nut brand Natural Almonds packaged in 1.75 oz. bags; product 70207
01840.
b) Sunray Foods brand Cashews-Almonds-Raisins Mix Packaged in 2.75 oz. bags;
product 70207 01725.
c) Sunray Foods brand Energy Mix packaged in 2.75 oz. bags, Product 70207
01708;
d) Sunray Foods brand Fruity Nut Mix, packaged in 2.75 oz. bags; Product 70207
01733.
e) Sunray Foods brand Nutty Mix, packaged in 2.75 oz. bags; Product 70207
01735.
f) Sunray Foods brand Fitness Mix, packaged in 2.75 oz. bags; Product 70207
01702.
CODE The best before/code date of 8-04-04 through 5-31-05.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Variety Foods, Inc., Warren, MI.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by
Paramount Foods due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE The firm manufactured and shipped 559
dozen bags of the 6 varieties of products containing raw whole almonds.
DISTRIBUTION IN, MI, and OH.
PRODUCT New England Smoked Seafood, Inc., Chef Noel¹s Applewood Smoked
Mussels Vermont Made, Net Wt. 4 0z. vacuum packed.
CODE Best if Used By dates of June 16, 2004 through September 10, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER New England Smoked Seafood, Rutland, VT.
REASON The product was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on
the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets¹ analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 65 cases (6/case)
DISTRIBUTION CT, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, VT.
PRODUCT
a) Almonds, natural raw in 5 lb. plastic bags,
b) Swiss Trail Mix in 20 lb. bags, Item #51491.
c) California Mix in 10 lb. and 30 lb. plastic bags; Items 24472 and 42171.
d) High Energy Mix in 10 lb. plastic bags; Item 24541.10lb.
e) Amish Trail Mix in 20 lb. plastic bags. Item 65451.20 lb.
f)
Energy Plus Trail Mix in 20 lb. plastic bags. Item 51451.20 lb.
CODE
a) Lots 1143, 1275 and 1473;
b) Lot 1621;
c) 10-lb. bags - lots 1241, 1542, 1605, 1606, and 1607; 30-lb. bags lots 1646
and 1611;
d) Lot 1463;
e) Lot 1445;
f) Lots 1251, 1453 and 1612;
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER National Bulk Food Dist., Inc., Taylor, MI.
REASON
The
products were manufactured using almonds that were recalled by Paramount Foods
due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 6,680 pounds.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide.
PRODUCT Almonds Whole Natural. Product is packed in clear rectangular
rigid plastic containers and is sold by weight (approx.0.75 lbs per pack).
Product is also sold via self service gravity-feed bulk bins.
CODE
³Sell by²
dates - 11/7/2003 through 08/21/2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Harry¹s Farmers Market, Roswell, GA.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds recalled by Paramount
Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella enteritidis
infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 31,484 lbs.
DISTRIBUTION GA, NC and SC.
PRODUCT Parker Praline Pecans-K 1054, 30 pounds Net Wt, 04030.
CODE Lot number 04030.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Parker Products, Inc., Fort Worth, TX.
REASON Packages labeled as Praline Pecans actually contained Praline
Peanuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 161 cases.
DISTRIBUTION OR and TX.
PRODUCT Shelled Almonds, 25 lbs. net. Regina brand.
CODE Item Code 60280.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sahadi Fine Foods, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
REASON The product was manufactured using almonds that were recalled by
Paramount Farms due to their association with an outbreak of Salmonella
enteritidis infection.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and Internationally.