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Welcome and Introduce Yourself / Re: Introduce Yourself - We're Glad You Found Us!
« Last post by spacecanada on January 21, 2024, 01:02:11 AM »
Hi Mike! Welcome to this great group. Everyone here is super helpful. It is great to hear of people who advocate for the food allergy community in the food service industry.

What part of the world are you from?
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Food Allergy Recalls / Rong Shing Trading-Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Lian Sheng Dried Plum
« Last post by hezzier on January 20, 2024, 09:13:56 AM »
Rong Shing Trading NY Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in “Lian Sheng Dried Plum”

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rong-shing-trading-ny-inc-issues-alert-undeclared-sulfites-lian-sheng-dried-plum?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
December 14, 2023
FDA Publish Date:
January 19, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared Allergen-Undeclare Sulfites
Company Name:
RONG SHING
Brand Name:
Lian Sheng
Product Description:
Dried Plum
Company Announcement

Rong Shing Trading NY Inc., 47-57 Bridgewater Street, Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 5.8oz (165g) packages of “Lian Sheng Dried Plum” because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled “Lian Sheng Dried Plum” were distributed nationwide in retail stores. The product is packaged in a 5.8oz (165g), clear plastic bottle marked with an expiration date of 11/13/2023 stamped on the side. The product UPC code is 6928580581396.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the 5.8oz (165g) packages of Dried Plum which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the Dried Tangerine Plum revealed they contained 21.91 milligrams per serving.

Consumers who have purchased 5.6oz (165g) packages of “Lian Sheng Dried Plum” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-308-1177.

“Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum” Press Release

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Rong Shing
 718-308-1177
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Food Allergy Recalls / Rong Shing Trading-Alert on Undeclared Sulfites Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum
« Last post by hezzier on January 20, 2024, 09:11:56 AM »
Rong Shing Trading NY Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites In “Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum”

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rong-shing-trading-ny-inc-issues-alert-undeclared-sulfites-lian-sheng-dried-tangerine-plum?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
December 14, 2023
FDA Publish Date:
January 19, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared Allergen-Undeclare Sulfites
Company Name:
RONG SHING
Brand Name:
Lian Sheng
Product Description:
Dried Tangerine Plum
Company Announcement

Rong Shing Trading NY Inc., 47-57 Bridgewater Street, Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 4.7oz (135g) packages of “Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum” because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled “Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum” were distributed Florida and New York in retail stores. The product is packaged in a 4.7oz (135g), clear plastic bottle marked with an expiration date of 05/31/2023 stamped on the side. The product UPC code is 6928580580214.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the 4.7oz (135g) packages of Dried Tangerine Plum which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the Dried Tangerine Plum revealed they contained 21.91 milligrams per serving.

Consumers who have purchased 4.7oz (135g) packages of “Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-308-1177.

“Lian Sheng Dried Plum” Press Release

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Rong Shing
 718-308-1177
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Food Allergy Recalls / Kinjin Food Issues Alert on Undeclared Wheat in Vandevi Asafoeitida Yellow Powde
« Last post by hezzier on January 18, 2024, 05:07:02 PM »
Kinjin Food Pvt Ltd, Maharashtra, India Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat Traces in "Vandevi Asafoeitida Yellow Powder"

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kinjin-food-pvt-ltd-maharashtra-india-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-traces-vandevi?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
January 10, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
January 17, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
May contain undeclared wheat traces.
Company Name:
Kinjin Food Pvt. Ltd.
Brand Name:
Vandevi
Product Description:
Asafoetida Yellow Powder in 50 gram, 100 gram, 200 gram, 500 gram, and 1 kilogram packages.
Company Announcement

Kinjin Food Pvt. Ltd. Maharashtra, India is recalling its 50 gm, 100 gm, 200 gm & 500 gm, 1 Kg packages of "Asafoetida” Vandevi Yellow powder because they may contain undeclared traces wheat. People who have allergies to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled "Asafoetida" products were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders.

The product details including batch number, package size with expiry date is mentioned in the table below. The product is packed a yellow plastic bottle with a pale blue label with UPC 50g-8906044469013, 100g-8906044469020, 200g-8906044469037, 500g-8906044469044, 1kg-8906044469051. You will find the information of batch number, quantity and expiry date on the product label.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was being manufactured at a plant which also processed wheat products and therefore, there may be a possibility that the product may contain undeclared traces of wheat and the packaging did not mention the presence of traces of wheat as per the declaration required under labelling requirements of FSMA. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused due to misunderstanding of the precautionary labelling done on the product however not as per the labelling requirement of FSMA.

Export and distribution of the product in the USA has been suspended until FDA and the company are certain that the problem has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased packages of "Asafoetida " Vandevi Yellow powder are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at operations@kinjinfood.com +919819003276 (Mr. Hiren Thakkar)

Time: - 12 a.m. EDT to 7 a.m. EDT.

Annexure Name

Product name: - Vandevi Asafoetida Yellow Powder

BATCH NO.   PACK SIZE   EXP/ BEST BEFORE END DATES
163   50g   06-11-2023, 10-11-2023, 13-02-2024
100g   11-2023, 06-11-2023 10-11-2023, 08-12-2023, 23-12-2023, 05-12-2023, 14-12-2023, 13-02-2024
1 kg   10-11-2023
169   50g   22-02-2024, 24-02-2024, 03-04-2024, 06-05-2024, 05-06-2024
100g   12-2023, 22-02-2024, 24-02-2024, 04-03-2024, 08-03-2024, 25-03-2024, 03-04-2024, 08-05-2024, 03-06-2024, 05-06-2024, 09-06-2024, 03-07-2024
200g & 500g   22-02-2024
1 kg   08-05-2024
173   50g   13-07-2024, 08-08-2024, 25-09-2024, 11-11-2024
100g   11-07-2024, 01-08-2024, 19-08-2024, 14-09-2024, 25-09-2024, 11-11-2024, 20-11-2024, 12-12-2024
178   50g   18-01-2025, 01-03-2025, 09-03-2025, 02-05-2025, 10-05-2025,
100g   12-2024, 18-01-2025, 02-2025, 13-02-2025, 01-03-2025, 09-03-2025, 19-03-2025, 02-04-2025, 09-04-2025, 02-05-2025, 07-05-2025
200g   09-03-2025, 02-05-2025
181   50g   07-07-2025, 13-07-2025, 15-08-2025, 22-08-2025, 01-09-2025, 10-09-2025, 14-09-2025
100g   05-06-2025, 08-06-2025, 14-06-2025, 07-07-2025, 13-07-2025, 24-07-2025, 06-08-2025, 15-08-2025, 22-08-2025, 09-2025, 01-09-2025, 10-09- 2025, 14-09-2025
1kg   15-08-2025
Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Kinjin Food Pvt. Ltd.
 +919819003276
 operations@kinjinfood.com
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Food Allergy Recalls / Whitleys Peanut Factory Issues an AllergyAlert for Limited Units of DeluxeNutMix
« Last post by hezzier on January 18, 2024, 05:03:36 PM »
Whitley’s Peanut Factory Issues an Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts, Milk, Soy, Wheat, and Sesame for Limited Units of Deluxe Nut Mix 12oz

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/whitleys-peanut-factory-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-peanuts-milk-soy-wheat-and-sesame-limited?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
January 18, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
January 18, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared Allergens - Peanuts, Milk, Soy, Wheat, and Sesame
Company Name:
Whitley’s Peanut Factory
Brand Name:
Whitley’s Peanut Factory
Product Description:
Deluxe Nut Mix
Company Announcement

Whitley’s Peanut Factory of Hayes, Virginia is recalling 12oz Deluxe Nut Mix with specific code dates because they may contain undeclared peanuts, milk, soy, wheat, and sesame. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to these ingredients run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Deluxe Nut Mix was distributed to wholesalers and retail customers nationwide between the weeks of August 21st, 2023 through January 10th, 2024. The product(s) were available for purchase on the company website at www.WhitleysPeanut.comExternal Link Disclaimer, through mail-order catalogue, and in select US retail stores.

The recall of this product was initiated after the Quality Assurance Department became aware of a limited number of 10.5oz Whit’s Party Mix tins labeled with 12oz Deluxe Nut Mix labels. The depth of the recall has been expanded to include the previous production date through the time in which the company became aware of the issue. While both products contain almonds, Whit’s Party Mix also includes peanuts, milk, soy, wheat, and sesame which are not listed in the “Contains” statement of the Deluxe Nut Mix label.

Recalled product can be easily identified by checking the manufacturing code on the bottom of the tin. Only 12oz Deluxe Nut Mix labeled tins bearing the code dates below are affected.

UPC Code   Description   Lot Code(s)
Single Unit UPC: 703795000551   Deluxe Nut Mix 12oz(340g)   MFG 22823; MFG 25023; MFG 25823;
MFG 29323; MFG 35623
The company has received no reports of illness or injury to date.

Customers who may have purchased or received this product are advised to inspect any Deluxe Nut Mix 12oz tins for the lot codes above, and discontinue use immediately if found to be affected. Consumers may contact Customer Service for a refund, and safely dispose of any mislabeled tins. If a consumer experiences an allergic reaction, they are urged to seek medical attention right away. For questions, please contact CustomerCare@WhitleysPeanut.com, or call 1-800-470-2244 Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5PM Eastern Time.

This recall is being executed with the knowledge of the US Food and Drug Administration

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 1-800-470-2244
 CustomerCare@WhitleysPeanut.com
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Food Allergy Recalls / Hans Kissle Issues Alert on Undeclared Soy&Egg in HansKissleMexicanQuinoa Salad
« Last post by hezzier on January 18, 2024, 05:00:29 PM »
Hans Kissle Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy & Egg in "Hans Kissle Mexican Style Quinoa Salad"

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hans-kissle-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-egg-hans-kissle-mexican-style-quinoa-salad?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
January 18, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
January 18, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared Allergens – Egg, Soy
Company Name:
Hans Kissle
Brand Name:
No Brand
Product Description:
Mexican Style Quinoa Salad
Company Announcement

Hans Kissle of Haverhill, MA, is recalling its 7-ounce packages of MEXICAN STYLE QUINOA SALAD, deli salad, because the product contains undeclared egg and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg and/or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled MEXICAN STYLE QUINOA SALAD was distributed to Hannaford’s Supermarkets in the following states MA, NH, NY, ME, and VT.

The product comes in a 7-ounce, clear plastic package marked with UPC Code: 036217172018 and USE BY 1/22/24 on the top.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was mislabeled and distributed in packaging that did not declare the presence of egg or soy.

Consumers who have purchased 7-ounce packages of MEXICAN STYLE QUINOA SALAD are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at +1(978)556-4500, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday.

 

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Hans Kissle
 +1 978-556-4500
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Food Allergy Recalls / Big Island Candies Issues Alert Undeclared Peanuts in Makana Brownie Assortment
« Last post by hezzier on January 18, 2024, 04:57:20 PM »
Big Island Candies Issues Allergen Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in “Makana Brownie Assortment

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/big-island-candies-issues-allergen-alert-undeclared-peanuts-makana-brownie-assortment?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
January 16, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
January 17, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Contains undeclared peanuts
Company Name:
Big Island Candies
Brand Name:
Big Island Candies
Product Description:
Brownie Assortment
Company Announcement

Big Island Candies of Hilo, Hawaii is voluntarily recalling 120 boxes of their Makana Brownie Assortment Box (batch 60) purchased from its Ala Moana Store located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii between December 13, 2023 – December 21, 2023 because the product contains undeclared peanuts.

This product is harmful to people with a peanut allergy. People who have an allergy or sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

A portion of the box may contain Milk Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Brownies instead of Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nut Brownies. The label does not depict peanut as a key ingredient.

The affected products were only sold at the Ala Moana store and can be identified by the following PLU batch Code of RFFIC 326760 at the back of the box in the top right corner.

This recall was initiated as a result of information received by a consumer who had an adverse reaction. To date, no other incidents have been reported. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused at the packing and labeling stage and was limited to batch 60 of this item.

Consumers who have purchased the 10 oz. Box of the Makana Brownie Assortment or received this as a gift with the batch code of RFFIC 326760 are urged to return them to either one of our stores for a full refund or replacement.

Consumers with questions can call 1.800.935.5510 (ext. 283) between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (HST) Monday through Friday or email us anytime Monday - Sunday at customerservice@bigislandcandies.com. For additional information please visit www.bigislandcandies.comExternal Link Disclaimer and click on “Important Announcements”.

Big Island Candies would like to sincerely apologize to its loyal customers for this very unfortunate situation and any inconvenience this may cause.

# # # #

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 1.800.935.5510 (ext. 283)
 customerservice@bigislandcandies.com
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Welcome and Introduce Yourself / Re: Introduce Yourself - We're Glad You Found Us!
« Last post by GoingNuts on January 17, 2024, 12:49:44 PM »
Welcome Mike!  I look forward to your input.  :bye:
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Welcome and Introduce Yourself / Re: Introduce Yourself - We're Glad You Found Us!
« Last post by MikeFlot on January 17, 2024, 10:29:29 AM »
Hi All!  I have worked in food safety my whole career and have a daughter that is allergic to 3 tree nuts.  I help companies with their allergen control programs :)
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Food Allergy Recalls / Wegmans Issues Allergy Alert on Outrageous Oat Cookies for Undeclared Wheat
« Last post by hezzier on January 12, 2024, 07:19:19 PM »
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Outrageous Oat Cookies for Undeclared Wheat

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wegmans-food-markets-inc-issues-allergy-alert-outrageous-oat-cookies-undeclared-wheat?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
January 10, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
January 10, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared wheat
Company Name:
Wegmans
Brand Name:
Wegmans
Product Description:
Outrageous Oat Cookies
Company Announcement

Rochester, NY - Wegmans has initiated a voluntary recall of Outrageous Oat Cookies purchased from its in-store bakeries starting on January 3, 2024, because they may contain undeclared wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

These products are sold at all Wegmans locations in D.C, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia beginning on January 3, 2024.

Outrageous Oat Cookies, 5 pack, UPC: 7789056618
(all use-by dates)
Outrageous Oat Cookies, sold by the pound, UPC: 2-08165-00000-6
(all use-by dates)
The recall was initiated when it was learned that a wheat-containing ingredient was inadvertently included in the product. There have been no reported injuries or illnesses to date associated with this recall.

Customers can return these products to a Wegmans service desk for a full refund. Customers who have questions or concerns about this recall should contact Wegmans Food Markets at 1-855-934-3663 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST.

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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is a regional supermarket chain with 110 stores located along the east coast. The family company, recognized as an industry leader and innovator, celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2016. Wegmans has been named one of the ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’ by FORTUNE magazine for 26 consecutive years, ranking #4 in 2023.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Wegmans Food Markets
 1-855-934-3663
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