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FDA announces three food recalls
By FDA
Apr 5, 2008 - 6:14:50 PM
Harry and David Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk
in Harry and David Chocolate Covered Select Blend Espresso Beans
Contact:
Mr. Bill Ihle
541 864-2145 (Media Calls Only)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- April 4, 2008 -- Harry and David,
of Medford, Oregon, is voluntarily recalling approximately 66,500 8 oz. bags
of Harry and David Chocolate Covered Select Blend Espresso Beans because they
may contain milk not declared on the ingredient statement. People who
have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening
allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The product was made by Sanders Candy Factory, Inc., Baldwin Park, CA. It
was distributed throughout the United States under the Harry and David brand
only in Harry and David stores.
Harry and David is recalling 8 oz. bags of Chocolate Covered Select Blend
Espresso Beans with "Best if used by" dates after 8/28/05, sold
prior to April 5th, 2008. The "Best if used by" date is located
in the lower right hand corner of the nutrition label on the back of the bag. Bags
subject to this recall do NOT have a "Contains milk, soy" statement
on the nutrition label. These products are packaged in 8 oz. clear plastic
bags, tied at the top with a tan ribbon.
There have been no illnesses or injuries reported to date. Anyone concerned
about an illness/injury should contact a physician immediately.
This problem, which was discovered on April 3, 2008, occurred because the
ingredient statement of the bulk product delivered to Harry and David by the
manufacturer did not list milk as an ingredient.
Consumers with product may return it to any Harry and David retail store for
a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recalled product may
phone the Harry and David Customer Service division at 800-233-1101, 24 hours
a day.
Taylor Fresh Foods Issues Voluntary Recall on Cut Fruit Product with Honduran Cantaloupes Due to Potential Health Risk
Contact:
Taylor Fresh Foods
(831)754-0471
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Salinas, California – April
3, 2008 --- Taylor Fresh
Foods, of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling selected fresh cut fruit
products
which may contain cantaloupe from the Honduran grower Agropecuaria Montelibano
identified by FDA to have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, Taylor
Fresh
Foods had previously begun to recover this product on March 22, based on a notice
published by the U.S. FDA.
The products being recalled include cut cantaloupe and mix cut fruit in bowls
and trays of
all sizes distributed by Taylor Fresh Foods. Retail and convenience store products
involved were removed from sale prior to Monday, March 24. Foodservice distributors,
who sell their own brand, have been notified.
Labels include the following: Taylor Farms Gourmet Fruit Tray featuring Creamy
Yogurt
Dip, Taylor Fresh Melon Mix, Taylor Fresh Fruit Mix, Fresh Fruit Tray with
Creamy
Strawberry Dip, with Best if Used By Dates before March 30, 2008. Any dates
after this
are not affected.
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children,
frail or
elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected
with
Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody),
nausea,
vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with
Salmonella can
result
in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses
such as
arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
We are unaware to date of any illnesses that may be associated with any products
containing cantaloupe, sold by Taylor Fresh Foods, or its distributors.
Consumers and customers who have this product should not consume this product
and
dispose of this product. Consumers with questions may contact Taylor Fresh
Foods at
(831) 754-0471.
Grand Supercenter, Inc. Recalls Frozen Salted Croaker Because of Possible Health Risk
Contact:
Vinny Kim
201-507-9900
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- April 1, 2008 -- Grand
Supercenter, Inc. of Lyndhurst, NJ is recalling the following product
because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium
botulinum, a bacterium, which can cause life-threatening illness or
death.
HC Fresh, Frozen Salted Croaker,
Net. Wt.: 16.9 oz (480 gram),
Item # HC 0500402,
Expiration Date: Aug 02. 2009
Consumers are warned not to use these products even if they do not look or smell spoiled.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the
following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and
trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness
of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be
common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek
immediate medical attention.
HC Fresh Frozen Salted Croaker was distributed through H Mart stores
including H Mart and Super H Mart in New York, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Illinois and Texas area.
The potential for contamination was noted after routine inspection.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who have purchased these HC Fresh Frozen Salted Croaker
products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full
refund. Consumers with questions may contact Grand Supercenter, Inc. at
201-507-9900.