Food recalls and recalled packaged food products, including those that have been recalled by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Vitaflo USA Recalls Renastart 14.11 oz (400g) Cans Batch Number 12832

February 1, 2012

Vitaflo USA is recalling Renastart 14.11 oz (400g) cans, Batch Number 12832 (shown on underside of can), because some of the product shipped throughout the United States during the period December 29, 2011 through January 26, 2012 has been incorrectly labeled.
Renastart is a powdered medical food used in the dietary management of pediatric renal disease, for patients one year and older in the United States.  All other Vitaflo products, including Renastart cans in batches other than 12832 and Renastart packed in sachets, are not affected in any way. Some immediate consequences of using the incorrectly labeled product may result in high potassium blood levels (hyperkalemia) or high sodium levels in the blood (hypernatremia).  In most cases, symptoms may be hard for an individual to detect, but can result in significant health consequences potentially leading to death, which is the importance for contacting a health care professional. Longer term consequences can result in increased levels of calcium, phosphorus, and protein. There have been no cases of illness or other adverse effects reported to Vitaflo USA.
Following a customer complaint regarding the way the product was dissolving, Vitaflo determined that a small number of cans of a different product may have been wrongly labeled as Renastart.  The company is investigating to make sure we continue to safely meet the needs of our patients and as a precautionary measure has issued this immediate voluntary recall. Vitaflo USA is urging anyone who has any Renastart 14.11oz (400g) cans Batch Number 12832 to immediately stop using the product and to contact Vitaflo to arrange return of the product, at Vitaflo’s expense.  All patients who have consumed any Renastart from this batch should contact their health care professional immediately to determine next steps, including nutritional management alternatives.
Renastart 14.11oz (400g) product in cans is sold only in the United States. This product is not sold under any other name. Anyone who has Vitaflo’s Renastart 14.11oz (400g) cans Batch Number 12832 is urged to contact Vitaflo at 888-848-2356.  Vitaflo has extended its hours of availability through this toll-free number to 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer any questions health care professionals and patients may have in addressing this situation.  Patients should always contact their health care professional.  Vitaflo is dedicated to serving the metabolic community through innovative and specialized medical food solutions for the nutritional management of rare metabolic disorders, pediatric renal disease and disease related malnutrition. Vitaflo USA products are sold to pharmacists, hospitals and home health providers. They are not available to retail customers without a prescription. More information can be found on www.vitaflousa.com.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under FDA Press Releases, Food Recalls

18th Street Deli Recalls Salad Products for Possible Listeria Contamination

January 28, 2012

18th street deli saladHamtramck, M.I. company 18th Street Deli Inc. has recalled about 118 lbs. of julienne salad products with turkey, ham and hard-boiled eggs. The salads contain eggs that are the subject of an FDA recall due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the USDA.

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

Tyson Recalls Ground Beef Products Due To Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination

December 18, 2011

Tyson Fresh Meats Inc., of Dakota City, NE has recalled about 40,948 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.

The following products are subject to recall:
10-pound chubs of “CHUCK FINE GROUND BEEF 80/20,” packed in cases containing eight chubs.
The products subject to recall have a “BEST BEFORE OR FREEZE BY” date of “11/13/11″ and “EST. 245C” on the box label. The products were shipped to institutions and distributors in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

Swanson Health Products Recalls Swanson Organic Celery Seed

December 17, 2011

Swanson Health Products is voluntarily recalling Swanson Organic Celery Seed (Whole) which is packaged in plastic bottles with a net weight of 1.4 oz. (40 grams) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Winn-Dixie Issues Voluntary Recall on Bulk Gummy Bears

December 15, 2011

Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. has recalled Sunrise Assorted Flavor Gummy Bears sold in the self-serve bulk area of select store produce departments between November 14 and December 13 due to a remote possibility of metal contamination. The gummy bears included in this recall have been sold in five Winn-Dixie stores in Florida and Louisiana:

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Advanced Animal Nutrition Recalls Dog Power Dry Dog Food

December 13, 2011

Advanced Animal Nutrition has recalled its dry Dog Power Dog Food- due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. The affected products were manufactured between Jan. 4, 2011, and Nov. 18, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association with these products to date, and no other Advanced Animal Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall. Affected products are:

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Ocean Spray Recalls Original Flavor Craisins Dried Cranberries

November 27, 2011

Ocean Spray has recalled some production lots of its Original Flavor Craisins® Dried Cranberries product in 5-ounce, 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages as well as bulk sweetened dried cranberries in 10-pound packages due to the possible presence of very small hair-like metal fragments.
Ocean Spray maintains that the metal fragments are unlikely to cause consumer injury. To date, they have not received any reports of consumer complaints relating to this recall and no injuries have been reported.
The following Ocean Spray Original Flavor Craisins® Dried Cranberries have been recalled:

5 oz Craisins®
UPC: 00293-000
Best By Dates (ONLY THESE DATES FOLLOWED BY THE LETTER “M” ARE AFFECTED): Oct 27 2012 M

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Caribbean Rum Balls Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Allergens In Rum Balls

November 24, 2011

Caribbean Rum Balls of St. Thomas, VI, is issuing this alert due to undeclared allergens, specifically: wheat, coconut, milk, eggs and sodium bisulfite (preservative). People who have allergies to any of these ingredients run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.The “Rum Balls” were distributed locally in retail stores and through mail orders.The product comes in 4, 8 and 12 ounce, white packages with the Caribbean Rum Balls name and logo.No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.The alert was initiated after it was discovered that the allergen-containing products were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of allergens. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging processes.All products are being re-labeled with new ingredient listings, including sub-ingredients and citing allergens.Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-340-775-6616.

 

Written by: FDA · Filed Under FDA Press Releases, Food Recalls

Four Star Import & Distribution Inc. Issues An Alert On Uneviscerated Fish

November 24, 2011

Four Star Import & Distribution Inc, 1075 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11237 is recalling Noya Brand Boyal Dry Fish discovered by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors during a routine inspection and subsequent analysis of the product by New York State Food Laboratory personnel confirming that the product was not properly eviscerated prior to processing.This product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food–borne illness.The sale of this type of fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning; symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty swallowing and respiratory paralysis.The recalled Noya Brand Boyal Dry Fish comes in 200 gram plastic bags coded Best Before Dec. 2012 and is a product of Bangladesh.  Noya Brand Boyal Dry Fish was sold nationwide.No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers who have Noya Brand Boyal Dry Fish are advised not to eat it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumer with questions may contact the company at 718-366-6580.

 

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Diamond Crystal Brands Inc. Announces a Nationwide Recall for GFS Sugar Canisters Due to Undeclared Milk

November 22, 2011

Diamond Crystal Brands Inc. of Savannah, GA has issued an allergen alert for undeclared milk in 12-ounce GFS® sugar canisters that were inadvertently filled with non-dairy coffee creamer. These items were shipped in 24-can cases labeled GFS® non-dairy coffee creamer. Non-dairy coffee creamer contains sodium caseinate, which is a milk derivative. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The items include: CASE LABEL: GFS® NON-DAIRY COFFEE CREAMER-24/12 ounce – Lot G293 B Located on the side of the case.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

United Natural Foods, Inc. Recalls Tabatchnick Fine Foods Yankee Bean Soup & Foodmatch Inc. Divina Olives Due to Possible Health Risk

November 10, 2011

United Natural Foods, Inc. has recalled certain types of FoodMatch, Inc. Divina Stuffed Olives and Tabatchnick Yankee Bean Soup. These foods have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

The following products have been recalled:

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

New York Firm Recalls Broiled Chicken Liver Products Linked to Salmonellosis Illnesses

November 10, 2011

Schreiber Processing Corporation, a Maspeth, N.Y. establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of broiled chicken liver products that are linked to a cluster of Salmonellosis illnesses in New Jersey and New York, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. FSIS is continuing to work with states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) during this ongoing investigation.

The illnesses are linked to the consumption of broiled chicken livers which appear to be ready-to-eat, but are in fact partially cooked and need to be fully cooked before consumption. Illnesses are also linked to chopped liver made from this product at retail stores. The outbreak strain of Salmonella Heidelberg was isolated by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets from samples of broiled chicken livers from the establishment, and chopped chicken livers produced at retail from these livers. These products would have been repackaged and will not bear the original packaging information.

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

Golden Glen Creamery Recalls Raw Cheddar Because of Possible Health Risk

November 9, 2011

Golden Glen Creamery of Bow, WA has recalled Raw Cheddar because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, 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.

To date, no illnesses have been reported.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Texas Firm Recalls Beef Jerky Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

November 9, 2011

Whittington’s Jerky, Inc.,  of Johnson City, TX has recalled about 126 pounds of beef jerky products that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

2-oz. packages of “Whittington’s Original Beef Jerky.” 4-oz. packages of “Whittington’s Original Beef Jerky.”
Each package bears the establishment number “EST. 21257″ inside the USDA mark of inspection. The product was produced on Oct. 31, 2011 and distributed to convenience stores in West Texas and at the company’s retail operation. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at: www.fsis.usda.gov/FSIS_Recalls
/Open_Federal_Cases/index.asp.
Recommendations for Preventing Salmonellosis

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

Rice-A-Roni Recall: Small Quantity of Family Size Rice-A-Roni Rice Pilaf Flavor – Undeclared Milk Allergen

November 6, 2011

Rice-A-Roni has recalled certain family-size boxes of Rice-A-Roni Rice Pilaf flavor due to an undeclared milk allergen, which could cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions consumed by someone with milk allergies.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Quirch Foods Co. Issues Alert on Uneviscerated Salted Smoked Split Herring, Packed in 18lb Wooden Boxes, Due to Possible Clostridium Botulinum Health Risk

November 6, 2011

Quirch Foods Co. of Miami, FL is recalling all lots of Leslie Leger and Sons Ltd. brand, Salted Smoked Split Herring, Plant Reg # 2406, Producer: Leslie Leger and Sons LTD, Cap Pele, NB, Canada. A routine sample collected at a retail store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets found the product to be uneviscerated. Clostridium Botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Hawaii Candy Recalls Fortune Cookies and Wafers Due to Mislabeling

November 3, 2011

Hawaii Candy is recalling their fortune cookies, petite wafers, sesame wafers, and ginger wafers with the following UPC codes:

  • 073366-12950
  • 073366-12952
  • 073366-12954
  • 073366-12955

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Windsor Quality Food Recalls Chicken Pot Pie Empanadas: May Contain Foreign Materials

November 2, 2011

Windsor Quality Food Co. Ltd., of Los Angeles, CA, has recalled about 11,390 lbs. of chicken pot pie empanadas that may contain foreign materials, including piece of plastic that may have come from a broken piece of machinery in the factory. Find a detailed description of the recalled pot pies below.

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

Chocolate Decadence Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Multiple Lines of Chocolate Products

September 13, 2011

Chocolate Decadence, Eugene, Oregon, is recalling multiple lines of chocolate products because they may contain 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.

There has been one allergic reaction complaint and confirmed to date in Connecticut. The products were distributed nationwide through Internet sales and through retail stores.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

Kansas Slaughter Firm Recalls Ground Beef Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Adulteration

August 13, 2011

National Beef Packing Co. LLC, a Dodge City, KS., establishment, is recalling approximately 60,424 pounds of ground beef products that may be adulterated with E. coli O157:H7.

The products subject to recall include:

Ground beef chubs produced on July 23, 2011 with a Freeze by Date of August 12, 2011:

Written by: USDA · Filed Under USDA Press Releases

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