2009-2010 Lexus LS460 and LS600 Recall
May 23, 2010
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Recall of HYLENEX Recombinant Initiated by Baxter
May 22, 2010
Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) announced today that a voluntary recall of all manufactured lots of HYLENEX recombinant (hyaluronidase human injection) has been initiated as a precautionary measure due to instances of particulate matter observed in a limited number of HYLENEX vials during routine stability testing. Baxter is working with the product’s NDA-holder, Halozyme Therapeutics, to investigate the root cause of the issue and appropriately address the situation.
Caldwell Fresh Foods Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risks
May 22, 2010
Caldwell Fresh Foods, of Maywood, CA, is voluntarily recalling all alfalfa sprouts manufactured under the Caldwell Fresh Foods, Nature’s Choice, and California Exotics brands, because the alfalfa sprouts may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Chocolate Soup Recalls Children’s Hooded Sweatshirt Sets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
May 22, 2010
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
NAME OF PRODUCT: CHILDREN’S HOODED SWEATSHIRTS WITH DRAWSTRINGS
HP Expands Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
May 22, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
NAME OF PRODUCT: LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES USED IN HEWLETT-PACKARD AND COMPAQ NOTEBOOK COMPUTERS
Rise ‘N Roll Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in ‘Gourmet Cookie Mixes’
May 21, 2010
RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS, & SAFETY ALERTS ARCHIVE FOR RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS & SAFETY ALERTS ENFORCEMENT REPORTS INDUSTRY GUIDANCE MAJOR PRODUCT RECALLS VAR CID_ID, CID_ITEM, CID_CLASS, CONTENT_PAGE = 0; VAR BREAKOUT = FALSE; VAR CID = WINDOW.LOCATION.HREF.SPLIT(“/”); VAR CID_FILENAME = CID; IF(CID_FILENAME.TOLOWERCASE() == “DEFAULT.HTM” || CID_FILENAME.TOLOWERCASE() == “INDEX.HTM” ) { CID_ID = DOCUMENT.GETELEMENTBYID(“LEFT_NAV_2202″); IF(CID_ID.CLASSNAME == “SIDEMENU_PARENT”) { BREAKOUT = TRUE; } } ELSE { CID_ITEM = CID_FILENAME.SPLIT(“.”); CID_ID = DOCUMENT.GETELEMENTBYID(CID_ITEM.TOUPPERCASE()); CONTENT_PAGE = 1; } IF(BREAKOUT == FALSE) { IF (CID_ID && CONTENT_PAGE == 1) { VAR CID_IMG_TEXT=” ![\"CURRENT](\"/UCM/GROUPS/FDAGOV-PUBLIC/@SYSTEM/DOCUMENTS/SYSTEM/IMG_FDAGOV_ARROW.GIF\"){kind=icon}
“; VAR CID_ID_INNERTEXT = CID_ID.INNERHTML; CID_IMG_TEXT += CID_ID_INNERTEXT; CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT+”"; } ELSE IF(CID_ID) { VAR CID_IMG_TEXT=”“; VAR CID_ID_INNERTEXT = CID_ID.INNERHTML; IF((CID_ID_INNERTEXT.TOLOWERCASE()).INDEXOF(“”) >= 0) { VAR INDEXER = (CID_ID_INNERTEXT.TOLOWERCASE()).INDEXOF(“”); VAR BEG = CID_ID_INNERTEXT.SUBSTRING(0, INDEXER); VAR END = CID_ID_INNERTEXT.SUBSTRING(INDEXER); CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT + BEG + “” + END; } ELSE { CID_IMG_TEXT += CID_ID_INNERTEXT; CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT+”"; } } } RECALL — FIRM PRESS RELEASE
Rise ‘N Roll Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in ‘Peanut Butter Spread’
May 21, 2010
Rise ‘N Roll Bakery of Middlebury, IN, is recalling its 16 ounce jars of “Peanut Butter Spread” because they may contain undeclared Egg products. People who have allergies to Egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Vanlaw Food Products, Inc. Recalls Valu Time Brand Ranch Dressing
May 21, 2010
VanLaw Food Products, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of VALU TIME brand Ranch Dressing with code date of Use by APR 21 11. The back label was mislabeled with VALU TIME Light Ranch Dressing and in particular the label is missing an egg allergen declaration. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this mislabeling. We are working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on this voluntary recall. Providing safe, high quality products to our consumers is our number one priority.
CPSC Approves New Federal Safety Standard for Infant Bath Seats
May 21, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION (CPSC) HAS APPROVED A NEW FEDERAL SAFETY STANDARD FOR INFANT BATH SEATS. THE VOTE ON THE FINAL RULE WAS 5-0.
THE FEDERAL STANDARD FOR INFANT BATH SEATS IS THE FIRST MANDATORY STANDARD ISSUED BY CPSC AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY IMPROVEMENT ACT (CPSIA) FOR A RANGE OF INFANT AND TODDLER DURABLE PRODUCTS.
THE NEW FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANT BATH SEATS ENHANCE THE CURRENT ASTM VOLUNTARY STANDARD BY ADDING STRICTER STABILITY REQUIREMENTS TO PREVENT THE BATH SEAT FROM TIPPING OVER, TIGHTER LEG OPENING REQUIREMENTS TO PREVENT CHILDREN FROM SLIPPING THROUGH THE LEG OPENINGS AND A LARGER PERMANENT WARNING LABEL ALERTING PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS THAT BATH SEATS ARE NOT SAFETY DEVICES AND THAT INFANTS SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED IN A BATH SEAT. THE FEDERAL STANDARD INCORPORATES CURRENT VOLUNTARY STANDARD PROVISIONS REQUIRING LATCHING AND LOCKING MECHANISMS, AND COMPLIA
Walmart Recalls GE Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard
May 21, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
Target Recalls Storage Trunks Due to Strangulation Hazard
May 21, 2010
HAZARD: THE LID OF THE TRUNK CAN DROP SUDDENLY WHEN RELEASED, POSING A STRANGULATION HAZARD TO SMALL CHILDREN OPENING OR REACHING INTO THE TRUNKS.
NAME OF PRODUCT: WOVEN STORAGE TRUNKS
UNITS: ABOUT 350,000
IMPORTER: TARGET CORP., OF MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Montclair Meat Co. Recalls Ground Beef: Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
May 21, 2010
Editor’s Note, May 20, 2010: The distribution of the product subject to recall has been amended to wholesalers, restaurants, institutions, and federal establishments for further processing.
Montclair Meat Co., Inc., a Montclair, Calif., establishment is recalling approximately 53,000 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
Primal Vantage Expands Recall of Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
May 20, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
What You Should Know About Listeria Monocytogenes
May 19, 2010
This is part 2 of a multi-part feature series covering the food-borne illnesses responsible for most food recalls in the United States.
Dominguez Family Enterprises Issues Allergy Alert on Mexican Bread Product
May 19, 2010
Dominguez Family Enterprises, of Hood River, Ore., is voluntarily recalling three Mexican bread products due to undeclared Whey (Milk), Soy Flour, and Wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Whey (Milk), Soy Flour, and Wheat could run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consumed these products.
Children’s Giraffe Blanket Recalled by Rashti & Rashti Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
May 19, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: GIRAFFE SECURITY BLANKETS
UNITS: ABOUT 44,000
Sagent Pharmaceuticals Recalls All Lots of Metronidazole Injection, USP 500 mg/100 mL
May 18, 2010
Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced the voluntary nationwide recall of all lots of metronidazole injection, USP 500mg / 100mL manufactured by Claris Lifesciences and distributed by Sagent due to the discovery of non-sterility in two lots of metronidazole injection. Non-sterility of an antimicrobial administered via the intravenous route has the potential to result in infections, which could be fatal, especially in patients who are immunocompromised. Sagent is not aware of any adverse patient events resulting from this product and is continuing its diligent investigation of the situation.
Children’s Deaths Prompt Recall of Toy Dart Gun Sets Sold Exclusively at Family Dollar Stores
May 18, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION (CPSC), IN COOPERATION WITH FAMILY DOLLAR STORES INC., OF CHARLOTTE, N.C., IS ANNOUNCING THE VOLUNTARY RECALL OF 1.8 MILLION TOY DART GUN SETS, DUE TO AN ASPIRATION HAZARD. CPSC AND FAMILY DOLLAR HAVE RECEIVED REPORTS OF TWO ASPHYXIATION DEATHS INVOLVING A 9-YEAR-OLD BOY IN CHICAGO, ILL. AND A 10-YEAR-OLD BOY IN MILWAUKEE, WIS.
Mall of America Recalls Plush Toy Due to Choking Hazard
May 18, 2010
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
PRODUCT: SANDY THE SQUIRREL PLUSH TOYS
Amish Wedding Recall Press Release
May 15, 2010
Amish Wedding Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of the following products:
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1. Pumpkin Butter 9 oz. UPC code# 0 49646 50014 7
2. Pumpkin Butter 16 & 18 oz. UPC code# 0 49646 65549 6
3. Sweet Potato Butter 16 & 18 oz. UPC code# 0 49646 65550 2
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