Month / June 2017

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Expanded #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk #allergen in certain Channel Fish processing Siluriformes fish products

Channel Fish Processing Co., Inc. Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Class I Recall073-2017-EXP
Health Risk: HighJun 20, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca 
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov 
EDITOR’S NOTE: This release is being reissued as an expansion of the June 16, 2017 recall to include additional products. Details of this release were also updated to reflect a change in poundage.
WASHINGTON, June 20, 2017 – Channel Fish Processing Co., Inc., a Boston, Mass. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,190 pounds of breaded Swai products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products may contain milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the finished products labels.
The scope of this recall expansion now includes 350 pounds of breaded Swai products that were produced on Feb. 6, 2017. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
  • 10-lb. corrugated box of “Channel Brand APPROX 4OZ RAW BREADED SWAI FILLETS,” with a lot code of 22739 and date code of 17037.
  • 10-lb. corrugated box of “Channel Brand APPROX 8OZ RAW BREADED SWAI FILLETS,” with a lot code of 22740 and date code of 17037.
On June 16, Channel Fish Processing Co., Inc, recalled approximately 840 pounds of breaded Swai products produced on Feb. 22, March 20, and May 2, 2017.
  • 10-lb. corrugated box of “North Atlantic BRAND APPROX8OZ RAW BREADED SWAI FILLET,” with lot code 23445 and a date code of 17122. 
  • 10-lb. corrugated box of “North Atlantic BRAND APPROX4OZ RAW BREADED SWAI FILLET,” with lot code 23114 and a date code of 17079. 
  • 10-lb. corrugated box of “Channel Brand APPROX4OZ RAW BREADED SWAI FILLET,” with a lot code of 22888 and date codes of 17053 and 17054.
These items were shipped to institutional locations in Indiana.
The problem was discovered on June 14, 2017 when a distributor notified FSIS that bread coatings Channel Fish Processing Co. received and used in the breaded Swai products potentially contained undeclared milk.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Media and consumers with questions about the recall can contact Steve Atkinson, National Sales Manager, or Bill Hurley, QA Manager, at (617) 464-3366.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #peanut #allergen in Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce

Batch of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergens in Per-Peri Pepper Ingredient

June 20, 2017

Contact

Consumers

 407-927-1771

Announcement

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A single production batch of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce, sold specifically to Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets in the Southeastern U.S., has been recalled due to a potential peanut contamination found in the product. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The recalled Fat Cat-brand Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce was distributed exclusively to Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets in the Southeastern U.S. (464 stores in all). The stores that carried the product are located in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Louisiana specifically. A complete list of stores that carried the product can be obtained by request via the contact information listed above.
United Natural Foods, Incorporated (UNFI), the company who distributed the products to the Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets supermarkets listed above, is handling the recall of the product, in cooperation with Fat Cat Gourmet Foods and Southeastern Grocers, which manages the aforementioned Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets.
The recalled Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce comes in a 5 ounce glass bottle; the necks of the affected bottles display the lot number FCPPMAY092019 on them. A digital image of the product and its label are included at the bottom of this communication.
The recall was initiated after an ingredient supplier, Woodland Foods of Chicago, IL, notified Fat Cat Gourmet Foods via letter that there was a possible peanut contamination in the peri-peri peppers used in their product.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this and the recall does not impact other releases of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce sold in stores other than the aforementioned Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets in the Southeastern U.S. Only bottles of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce with the lot number FCPPMAY092019 stamped on it are affected.
While Fat Cat Gourmet Foods will continue to produce the product, the company will no longer use per-peri peppers sourced from Woodlands Foods in doing so. Peri-peri peppers used in future productions of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce will now be obtained from a different supplier, who has provided microbial clearance of allergens to the product prior to production agreement.
Consumers who have purchased 5 ounce bottles of Fat Cat Purry-Purry Sauce Hot Sauce with the lot number FCPPMAY092019 from Winn-Dixie Supermarkets, BI-LO Supermarkets and Harvey’s Supermarkets in the Southeastern U.S. between May 10, 2017 and June 8, 2017 are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 407-927-1771, Monday to Friday, from 9am – 4pm EST.
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Expanded #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination in New Jersey of Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds

Recall Expansion in New Jersey on Fewer than 650 units of Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds

June 16, 2017

Contact

Consumers

 413-732-4193

Media

Tom Nolan
 980-321-9688

Announcement

Hampton Farms is expanding its voluntary recall to include Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds distributed only in New Jersey. This is the result of a recall expansion from Hampton Farms’ supplier, Hudson Valley Foods, Inc. of Highland, NY advising Hampton Farms that ingredients sold to the company have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No confirmed illnesses have been reported to public health authorities to date. Although test results of ingredients on hand at Hampton Farms were negative for Listeria, Hampton Farms is recalling this item out of an abundance of caution.
All affected distributors and retail customers have been notified and the affected products are being removed from store shelves. Combined, fewer than 650 units of Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds products were offered for retail sale in New Jersey.
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
This announcement applies only to the Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds product listed below and does not include any other items or the same item outside of this lot code:
Ava’s 8 oz. Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews
UPC 8-10111-01036-8
Lot# 11817 Exp 4/28/18
Lot# 12617 Exp 5/1/18
Lot#15917 Exp 6/5/18
Ava’s 8 oz. Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds
UPC 8-10111-01032-0
Lot#10217 Exp 4/10/18
No other Ava’s branded products or any other products produced by Hampton Farms are included within this recall. This recall expansion is being undertaken with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
“We deeply regret this situation and have employed our established recall plan to immediately remove the product from distribution. Nothing is more important than providing safe and wholesome, quality products,” said Dallas Barnes, President of Hampton Farms.
Consumers should not consume these products. Affected product may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Hampton Farms Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm (EST) at 413-732-4193, press 0.
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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of certain House of Thaller Pine Nut Hummus Products

House of Thaller Recalls Selected Pine Nut Hummus Products Because of Possible Health Risk

June 19, 2017

Contact

Consumers

 855-215-5142

 

Announcement

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House of Thaller, a Knoxville Tennessee company, is voluntarily recalling selected 10 ounce packages of Hummus with Pine Nut Topping, because an ingredient supplier notified us that their ingredient has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
These products were distributed nationwide through various grocery retailers from April 18, 2017 to June 13, 2017, and in Canada on April 20, 2017.
To date, no illnesses have been reported in relation to this product or recall.
To check your product for this recall, refer to the lot code printed on the top of the cup. The lot code will begin with a “USE BY” date followed by the letter “W” and a 7 digit code. This is the information to reference when checking your product against the recall list.
Brand Product Name Container UPC Expiration & Lot Code
Fresh Foods Market Artisan Hummus – Pine Nuts 72036027054 USE BY 23 JUN 2017A W1704176
USE BY 07 JUL 2017A W1704383
USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705037
USE BY 20 JUL 2017A W1705122
USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705296
USE BY 17 AUG 2017A W1706102
Lantana White Bean Hummus with Pine Nut & Herb Topping 896863001434 USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704129
USE BY 20 JUN 2017A W1704138
USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704161
USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704164
USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704165
USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704253
USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704254
USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704257
USE BY 30 JUN 2017A W1704274
USE BY 30 JUN 2017A W1704275
USE BY 04 JUL 2017A W1704346
USE BY 06 JUL 2017A W1704365
USE BY 06 JUL 2017A W1704366
USE BY 12 JUL 2017A W1704403
USE BY 12 JUL 2017A W1705004
USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705041
USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705044
USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705045
USE BY 18 JUL 2017A W1705088
USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705175
USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705176
USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705177
USE BY 26 JUL 2017A W1705199
USE BY 26 JUL 2017A W1705200
USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705201
USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705203
USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705207
USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705306
USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705307
USE BY 03 AUG 2017A W1705315
USE BY 03 AUG 2017A W1705316
USE BY 05 AUG 2017A W1705335
USE BY 05 AUG 2017A W1705336
USE BY 09 AUG 2017A W1705390
USE BY 10 AUG 2017A W1705401
USE BY 10 AUG 2017A W1705402
USE BY 15 AUG 2017A W1706065
Marketside Classic Hummus with Pine Nuts 681131138475 USE BY 28 JUN 2017A W1704145
USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704066
USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704065
The products come in 10 ounce, clear, round plastic cups with a clear or colored plastic lid:
  • Fresh Foods Market Artisan Hummus, Pine Nuts – clear lid edge
  • Lantana White Bean Hummus with Pine Nut & Herb Topping – white or beige striped lid edge
  • Marketside Classic Hummus with Pine Nuts – solid black lid edge
In June, we were notified by HVF, Inc., an ingredient supplier, of a recall involving Roasted Pine Nuts. HVF, Inc. supplied the Roasted Pine Nuts used to create the Topping/Garnish for selected varieties of Hummus with Pine Nut Topping. Routine sampling of a different item produced by the supplier for a different company revealed positive Listeria Monocytogenes findings. HVF, Inc. is recalling all products made in their facility during the time of the potential contamination.
No other brands or flavor varieties produced at our manufacturing plant are affected by this recall. We are dedicated to our customer satisfaction and will be refilling store shelves as quickly as possible.
Customers who have purchased any of the products described above should not consume them and contact:
House of Thaller Customer Service Center, Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CST at 855-215-5142
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk #allergen in certain Kabir’s Bakery products

Kabir’s Bakery issues allergy alert on undeclared milk in “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes.

June 19, 2017

Contact

Consumers

Humayun Kabir
 718-852-1768.

 

Announcement

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Kabir’s Bakery issues allergy alert on undeclared milk in “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes.
Kabir’s Bakery of Brooklyn, NY is recalling “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist“ and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes, due to the presence of undeclared milk.  Consumers who are allergic to milk run the risk of serious life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” were distributed in retail stores throughout New York City.
No illness or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Market food inspectors and subsequent analysis by food laboratory personnel.  Lab tests revealed the presence of milk in the “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist.”  Per President Kabir the “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” also contains milk.  Milk is not declared on both product’s labels.
Consumers who have purchased “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kabir’s Bakery owner Humayun Kabir at 718-852-1768.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk #allergen in certain Masa’s Gourmet sauces

Rikki USA, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Masa’s Gourmet Sweet and Sour Sauce, Masa’s Gourmet Curry Coconut Sauce and Masa’s Gourmet Pulled Pork BBQ Sauce

June 19, 2017

Contact

Consumers

 1-866-707-4554

 

Announcement

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Rikki USA, Inc. of Redmond, WA is recalling Masa’s Gourmet Sweet and Sour Sauce, Masa’s Gourmet Curry Coconut Sauce and Masa’s Gourmet Pulled Pork BBQ Sauce because it contains undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Products were sent to distributors in CA, IL, NY, OR and WA and consumers can purchase through retail stores in close proximity to the distributors.
Product Name Size/ Container Lot Codes Affected (found on neck of bottles): Best By Date UPC Codes Distributor Storage
Sweet and Sour Sauce 12 oz./glass 1740225
1640566
1640349
1640124		 11/25/2018
6/22/2018
2/5/2018
9/30/2017		 786764406783 Daiei (College Point, NY)
Daiei (Carol Stream, IL)
DPI NW (Tualatin, OR)
Unified Grocers (Stockton, CA), R&K (Seattle, WA), UNFI (Auburn, WA)		 Shelf Stable
Curry Coconut Sauce 12 oz./glass 1740138
1740099
1740065
1640480
1640416
1640311
1640197
1640056		 10/6/2018
9/9/2018
8/23/2018
4/28/2018
3/19/2018
1/11/2018
11/9/2017
8/16/2017		 786764412227 Daiei (College Point, NY)
Daiei (Carol Stream, IL)
DPI NW (Tualatin, OR)
Unified Grocers (Stockton, CA), R&K (Seattle, WA), UNFI (Auburn, WA)		 Shelf Stable
Pulled Pork BBQ Sauce 18 oz./glass 1740226
1740111
1640352
1640131		 11/25/2018
9/20/2018
2/5/2018
9/30/2017		 786764550035 DPI NW (Tualatin, OR) Shelf Stable
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that products contained milk, but milk was not declared on the label packaging.
Thisrecall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Washington Department of Agriculture.
Consumer who have purchased affected products and have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk are urged not to consume and return products to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-866-707-4554 from 9 am – 5 pm PDT.
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New #foodsafety #recall of 325,000 lbs of meat and poultry fat & lard products from Supreme Cuisine

Supreme Cuisine Recalls Meat and Poultry Fat and Lard Products Due to Processing Deviation

Class I Recall075-2017
Health Risk: HighJun 17, 2017
Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2017 – Supreme Cuisine, a Montgomery City, Mo. establishment, is recalling approximately 325,000 pounds of meat and poultry fat and lard products due to a processing deviation, which may result in the potential growth and survival of bacterial pathogens in the products, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The duck, beef and pork fat and lard items were produced and packaged from June 1, 2016 through May 8, 2017. The products have a one-year shelf life.
Attached is a list of the products subject to this recall. [View Labels (PDF Only)]
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 34595” or “P-34595” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were sold through the internet and shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The problem was discovered after the firm received a consumer complaint of a loose lid from an internet customer.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Epic Consumer Relations, at (844) 370-1971. Media with questions about the recall can contact Rob Litt at (763) 764-6364.
PRODUCT LIST
Product Description
Case UPC
Package UPC
Best By Dates
11oz. Bottles EPIC Traditional Duck Fat
107-32153-02475-2
7-32153-02475-5
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Cage-Free Duck Fat
10-854660-00602-8
8-54660-00602-1
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Traditional Duck Fat
10-854660-00602-8
8-54660-00602-1
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Pastured Pork Lard
10-854660-00601-1
8-54660-00601-4
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Pastured Pork Fat
10-854660-00601-1
8-54660-00601-4
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Pastured Pork Fat
107-32153-02474-5
7-32153-02474-8
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. Bottles EPIC Grass Fed Beef Tallow
10-854660-00600-4
8-54660-00600-7
6/2/2017 through 4/26/2018
11oz. EPIC Grass Fed Beef Tallow
107-32153-02473-8
7-32153-02473-1
6/2/2017 through 4/26/2018
11oz. EPIC Berkshire Pork Lard
10-854660-00601-1
8-54660-00601-4
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. EPIC Berkshire Pork Fat
10-854660-00601-1
8-54660-00601-4
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. EPIC Berkshire Pork Fat
107-32153-02481-3
7-32153-02481-6
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
11oz. EPIC organic Pork Fat
107-32153-02481-3
7-32153-02481-6
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
3.5 gallon EPIC Pork Lard/Fat
10-854660-00626-4
8-54660-00626-7
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
4 lb. Buckets EPIC Pork Lard
10-854660-00626-4
8-54660-00626-7
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
4 lb. Buckets EPIC Pork Fat
10-854660-00626-4
8-54660-00626-7
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
4 lb.  Buckets EPIC Beef Tallow
10-854660-00627-1
8-54660-00627-4
6/2/2017 through 4/26/2018
4 lb. Buckets EPIC Cage-Free Duck Fat
10-854660-00628-8
8-54660-00628-1
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
4 lb. Buckets EPIC Traditional Duck Fat
10-854660-00628-8
8-54660-00628-1
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Grass Fed Beef Tallow
10-854660-00678-3
8-54660-00678-6
6/2/2017 through 4/26/2018
2ct. Case EPIC  Grass Fed Beef Tallow
107-32153-02847-7
7-32153-02847-0
6/2/2017 through 4/26/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Cage-Free Duck Fat
10-854660-00679-0
8-54660-00679-3
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Traditional Duck Fat
10-854660-00679-0
8-54660-00679-3
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Traditional Duck Fat
107-32153-02846-0
7-32153-02846-3
6/1/2017 through 5/2/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Berkshire Pork Lard
10-854660-00677-6
8-54660-00677-9
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Berkshire Pork Fat
10-854660-00677-6
8-54660-00677-9
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
2ct. Case EPIC Berkshire Pork Fat
107-32153-02476-9
7-32153-02476-2
6/15/2017 through 5/8/2018
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Expanded #petfood #recall possible #chemical #contamination of multiple brands of packages of rawhide dog chew products

United Pet Group Expands Voluntary Recall of Multiple Brands of Rawhide Chew Products for Dogs to Also Include Private Label Brands Due to Possible Chemical Contamination

June 16, 2017

Contact

Consumers

United Pet Group
 1-855-215-4962

Media

Meg Rowley
 985-237-9786

Announcement

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United Pet Group, a division of Spectrum Brands, Inc. is voluntarily expanding its recall of multiple brands of packages of rawhide dog chew products to include our retail partners’ private label brands. The recall involves the brands and products described below.
United Pet Group previously initiated a voluntary recall of its branded products on 6/10/17 which included the following brands: American Beefhide, Digest-eeze, and Healthy Hide (including Healthy Hide – Good -n- Fun and Healthy Hide – Good -n- Fit).
The recall was initiated after  United Pet Group identified that certain of its rawhide chew manufacturing facilities located in Mexico and Colombia, as well as one of its suppliers in Brazil, were using a quaternary ammonium compound mixture as a processing aid in the manufacturing of rawhide chews. The compound is an anti-microbial chemical that is approved for cleaning food processing equipment, but it has not been approved in the U.S. as a processing aid in the production of rawhide chews for dogs.
United Pet Group received very limited reports of pet illness based on the volume of possibly affected rawhide chew products manufactured and distributed. The primary complaint received from consumers was that the affected product had an unpleasant odor. Diarrhea and vomiting were also reported.
Exposure to quaternary ammonium compounds through direct ingestion may cause the following symptoms in dogs: reduced appetite and gastric irritation, including diarrhea and vomiting. These symptoms may require treatment by a veterinarian depending on severity.
The affected product was distributed nationwide from United Pet Group’s Edwardsville, Illinois distribution facility and was delivered to consumers through various retail establishments, including online outlets. All of the dog chew products included in the voluntary recall identify an expiration date ranging from 06/01/2019 through 5/31/2020 located on the  back of the package with the exception of the Enzadent and Dentahex products which are listed by UPC codes below and specific expiration dates outlined below.
The private label products subject to the recall are described below.
Private Label Product Brands Private Label Product Names and Identifying Information
Companion
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Companion brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by FOODHOLD U.S.A., LLC LANDOVER, MD 20785 1-877-846-9946
Dentley’s
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Dentley’s brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Pacific Coast Distributing, Inc. 19601 N. 27th Ave. Phoenix, AZ USA 85027
Enzadent or Dentahex
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Enzadent/Dentahex brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with the below listed UPC codes printed on the back of the package and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2021 through 05/31/2022 are affected by this recall. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
ENZADENT CHIPS MED 30 CT            17030030181
ENZADENT CHIPS PETITE 30 CT        17030030167
ENZADENT CHIPS SM 30 CT               17030030174
ENZADENT CHIPS LG 30 CT               17030030198
DENTAHEX CHIPS PETITE 30 CT       17030030228
DENTAHEX CHIPS SM 30 CT              17030030235
DENTAHEX CHIPS MED 30 CT            17030030242
DENTAHEX CHIPS LG 30 CT               17030030259
Manufactured for Vetoquinol USA Inc. Ft. Worth, TX USA 76137
Essential Everyday
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Essential Everyday brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by SUPERVALU INC. EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 USA
Exer-Hides
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Exer-Hides brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville, AR 72716
Good Lovin’ or Petco
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Good Lovin’ or Petco brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by: International Pet Supplies and Distribution, Inc. San Diego, CA 92121
Hill Country Fare
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Hill Country Fare brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by H-E-B San Antonio, TX 78204
Priority Pet
United Pet Group is recalling certain packages of dog chews with the Priority brand on the label.
This recall is limited to dog chew products that contain rawhide. Only products with lot codes listed on the back of the package that start with AH, AV, A, AI, AO, or AB and which list expiration dates from 06/01/2019 through 05/31/2020 are affected by this recall. This includes all package sizes and/or weights. The following contact information appears on the back of the package of the affected products:
Distributed by Lucerne North America LLC
P.O. Box 99
Pleasanton, CA 94566-0009
1-866-578-4395
Consumers who have purchased the products described above are urged to dispose of the product or return it directly to United Pet Group or to the retail establishment where they initially purchased the product for full refund. Please see brand logos below which will assist in identifying affected products.
We take our responsibility to pets and their owners seriously and we are continuing to investigate the cause of this problem. We are implementing changes across  the  affected manufacturing facilities in order to prevent this problem from reoccurring in the future. United Pet Group is also working with retailers to ensure that the affected products are no longer sold and removed from inventory.
If you have these products, please contact the United Pet Group consumer affairs team at 1-855-215-4962 between the hours of 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Eastern Standard Time for a refund.
Consumers with questions may call the consumer affairs team at the number listed above.
For press inquiries, please contact Meg Rowley at 985-237-9786, Monday through Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
The expansion of this voluntary recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #soy & #MSG #allergens in 454 lbs of pork products from Embutidos Fanguito

Embutidos Fanguito, Inc. Recalls Pork Products Due to Mislabeling, Misbranding, and Undeclared Allergens

Class I Recall074-2017
Health Risk: HighJun 16, 2017
En Español
Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June 16, 2017 – Embutidos Fanguito, Inc., a Miami, Fla. establishment, is recalling approximately 454 pounds of pork products due to mislabeling, misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product label incorrectly identified it as cooked product. In addition, the products may contain soy, a known allergen, and Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) which are not declared on the finished product label.
The fresh, sliced ham items were produced and packaged on various dates from April 18, 2017 to June 13, 2017. The products have a 90-day shelf life. The following product is subject to recall: [View Label (PDF Only)]
  • 8-oz. sealed packages containing six slices of “Jamon Vicky Lasqueado Smoked Flavor Added Sliced Cooked Ham & Water Product.”
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 45659” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in Florida.
The problem was discovered on June 13, 2017 during routine label review activities by FSIS personnel.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.  
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers.
Media and consumers with questions about the recall can contact Demetrio Lugo, Embutidos Fanguito, Inc., owner, at (305) 300-2902.
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New #petfood #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of certain Vitakraft Sun Seed Rabbit and Macaw Diets

Vitakraft Sun Seed Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Rabbit and Macaw Diets Due To Listeria Monocytogenes

June 16, 2017

Contact

Consumers

Customer Service
 1-800-221-6175

Announcement

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Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc. of Weston, OH, is voluntarily recalling certain Sunseed Parrot Fruit & Vegetable diet and Sunseed SunSations Rabbit Food due to a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.  Listeria monocytogenes is an organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Listeria monocytogenes are present in the gut of birds and rabbits.   Household pets such as birds and rabbits carry a risk to humans. Even if the birds and rabbits do not appear to be sick after consuming foods containing Listeria monocytogenes, they can become carriers of Listeria monocytogenes and transfer Listeria monocygenes to the environment.
Vitakraft Sun Seed was notified on June 14, 2017 by its supplier of dried apples that the ingredient has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Although there has been no reported evidence of direct contamination of the dried apples, our supplier has initiated the recall. To date there have been no report of any illness.
The following products are being recalled:
ITEM DESCRIPTION LOT Best buy date
87535100597 SS PARROT FRT/VEG. 25# 104082 5/22/2019
87535360564 SS Sunsations Rabbit Food 3.5lb  6/C 104246 6/5/2019
70882077713 MJR PARROT FOOD 4LB 6/CA 103980 5/17/2019
70882077713 MJR PARROT FOOD 4LB 6/CA 103981 5/18/2019
73725732119 ALT Small Animal Apple Slices 1oz 24/CA 103435 4/28/2019
73725732119 ALT Small Animal Apple Slices 1oz 24/CA 103118 4/13/2019
73725749989 NG GUINEA PIG ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 103440 5/1/2019
73725749989 NG GUINEA PIG ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 104434 6/8/2019
73725749989 NG GUINEA PIG ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 103439 5/1/2019
73725750019 NG RABBIT ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 104436 6/8/2019
73725750019 NG RABBIT ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 103442 4/27/2019
73725750019 NG RABBIT ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 103444 4/27/2019
73725750019 NG RABBIT ENTRÉE 4lb 6/C 103443 4/27/2019
82514158955 DFS Premium Blend Macaw 5lb 5/C 104094 3/16/2020
82514158955 DFS Premium Blend Macaw 5lb 5/C 103741 2/19/2020
82514158955 DFS Premium Blend Macaw 5lb 5/C 103876 2/24/2020
“The health and happiness of our customers and their animal companions is always our top priority. Although there has been no evidence of contamination in our products, we are initiating this voluntary recall as a precautionary measure,” said Brent Weinmann, President & CEO of Vitakraft Sun Seed.
These products were sold in the following states: AZ, GA, IL, MI, NJ, NY, NV, OH, PA & WI. Retailers and distributors who received the recalled lots have been contacted and asked to pull these lots from their inventory and shelves. Consumers who have purchased these products may return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Customers who have further questions are welcome to contact Customer Service at 1-800-221-6175, Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 5:00pm EST.
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