The Garibaldi Cannery LLC is Issuing a Voluntary Recall on all Canned Seafood Products Because of a Possible Health Risk

For Immediate Release
October 15, 2015
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 (503) 322-3344
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The Garibaldi Cannery LLC of Garibaldi, Oregon is voluntarily recalling ALL cans with any code starting with “OC” of The Garibaldi Cannery canned products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does 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.

There have been no reported cases of illness to date.

Products were distributed to consumers in Oregon and shipped nationwide via our website www.thegaribaldicannery.comdisclaimer icon. The last date of distribution of recalled products was September 2015 (with an expiration date of September 2018.)

Affected production codes include any codes starting with “OC”. The code can be found on either the bottom or on top of the can. Products are packaged in metal cans with net weights ranging from 6 oz. to 8 oz.

PRODUCT NAME NET WEIGHT
ALBACORE TUNA 8 oz. (227 g)
ALBACORE TUNA BELLIES ( The word Bellies is written on top of can ) 8 oz. (227 g)
ALBACORE TUNA NO SALT 8 oz. (227 g)
JALAPEÑO ALBACORE TUNA 8 oz. (227 g)
SMOKED ALBACORE TUNA 8 oz. (227 g)
GARLIC ALBACORE TUNA 8 oz. (227 g)
PACIFIC SALMON 6 oz. (170 g)
SMOKED PACIFIC SALMON 6 oz. (170 g)
SILVER SALMON 6 oz. (170 g)
CHINOOK SALMON 6 oz. (170 g)
The Garibaldi Cannery products were made by Skipanon Brand Seafoods LLC and this voluntary recall was initiated after we were notified that that our products were possibly under- processed. The problem was discovered during an inspection at Skipanon Brand Seafoods LLC by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Consumers are advised to contact The Garibaldi Cannery for replacements of canned products. Replacements or refunds will only be given for products that are returned to The Garibaldi Cannery.

As of October 9th, 2015 The Garibaldi Cannery received new canned product from a different manufacturer to offer as replacements.  Consumers and retailers can distinguish this from recalled products by looking at the code starting with “B” on the top of the can.

If you have any questions, call The Garibaldi Cannery LLC at (503) 322-3344 between the hours of 9:00am PST and 6:00pm PST, Monday –Sunday, or send e-mail to thegaribaldicannery@gmail.com.

Ecola Seafoods Inc. is Issuing a Voluntary Recall on all Canned Salmon and Tuna Because of a Possible Health Risk

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October 15, 2015
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ECOLA Seafoods
 (503) 436-9130
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ECOLA Seafoods Inc. of Cannon Beach, Oregon is voluntarily recalling ALL canned salmon and tuna with any code starting with “OC” because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death.  Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does 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.

THERE HAVE BEEN NO REPORTED CASES OF ILLNESS ASSOCIATED WITH OUR PRODUCT TO DATE.

All products were distributed to consumers in Oregon.The last date of distribution of recalled products was September 2015 (with an expiration date of September 2018.)  Affected production codes include any codes starting with “OC”.  The code can be found on either the bottom or on top of the can.  Recalled products are packaged in metal cans with net weight 7.5 oz.

Albacore Tuna 7.5 oz.
Smoked Albacore Tuna 7.5 oz.
Coho Salmon 7.5 oz.
Smoked Coho Salmon 7.5 oz.
Chinook Salmon 7.5 oz.
Smoked Chinook Salmon 7.5 oz.
The ECOLA Seafoods products were made by Skipanon Brand Seafoods LLC and this voluntary recall was initiated after we were notified that that our products were possibly under- processed. The problem was discovered during an inspection at Skipanon Brand Seafoods LLC by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Consumers who have purchased recalled salmon or tuna canned products are urged to return it to ECOLA Seafoods for a full refund.  If you have any questions, call Cindy Beckman at (503) 436-9130 between the hours of 9 am and 3 pm PST, Monday-Friday.

A&S Food Trading Inc Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Gorgeous Memory Daylily

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August 28, 2015
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Mina Yang
 718-369-2648
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A&S FOOD TRADING INC of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 10.6 ounces (300 grams) packages of Gorgeous Memory Daylily because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The product comes in 10.6 ounces (300 grams) clear plastic bag. Gorgeous Memory Daylily in 10.6 ounces (300 grams) packages was distributed in New York City area, and has reached consumers through retail stores.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspector and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the 10.6 ounces (300 grams) package of Gorgeous Memory Daylily, which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of Gorgeous Memory Daylily revealed they contained 4477.9 milligrams per serving.

No illnesses or allergic reaction involving this product have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased 10.6 ounces (300 grams) packages of Gorgeous Memory Daylily are urged to return them to the place of purchase for full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-369-2648.

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc., Recalls Limited Quantity of “Fresco Fresh” Brand Parfait Yogurt Cups Due to Undeclared Tree Nut Allergen

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October 14, 2015

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Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., (“Del Monte Fresh”) is initiating a voluntary recall of “Fresco Fresh” brand parfait yogurt cups because they may contain undeclared almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled products were distributed to a limited number of customers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. These items had the Fresco Fresh label and contained vanilla or strawberry parfait yogurt over fresh fruit in the bottom with a separate granola insert at the top of the cup. The granola component contained almonds. The absence of the required allergen statement on the product label was discovered during a routine retained-sample inspection.

No allergic reactions or illnesses have been reported to date.

There are three Parfait yogurt fruit cup types: Strawberry yogurt with fresh bananas, Vanilla yogurt with fresh blueberry/ strawberry blend and Vanilla yogurt with fresh strawberries. The products had “Best if Enjoyed By” dates between October 11 – 20, 2015 and were distributed between October 3 – 12, 2015.

Product DescriptionBest if Enjoyed ByLot NumberUPC6.5 oz Banana Strawberry Yogurt Parfait10/11, 13, 18, 19,20/201510276101; 10279101; 10283101; 10278101; 10280101; 10282101; 102851017-17524-77501-6; 7-17524-77512-26.5 oz Strawberry Yogurt Parfait10/13, 15/201510278101; 102801017-17524-77503-06.5 oz Strawberry Blueberry Yogurt Parfait10/13, 15, 16, 18, 20/201510276101; 10279101; 10280101; 10283101; 102821017-17524-77511-5

Consumers who suspect that they have purchased a “Fresco Fresh” brand parfait yogurt cup affected by this recall should dispose it in the garbage and contact Del Monte Fresh Produce for a refund. Affected retailers have been requested to remove the product from sale.

Consumers with questions may contact the Company’s consumer hotline at 1-800-659-6500 operating 24 hours seven days a week or email Del Monte Fresh at Contact-US-Executive-Office@freshdelmonte.com

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc., Recalls Limited Quantity of Fresh Apples Due to Possible Health Risk

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October 14, 2015

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800-659-6500

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Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., (“Del Monte Fresh”) is initiating a voluntary recall of Granny Smith green apples because they have 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, stuffiness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

A total of 695 boxes containing 8 “Granny Smith” green apples each and 67 clear plastic bags containing 6 “Granny Smith” green apples each were distributed to Coremark and 7-Eleven for sale in convenience stores in the Mountain States region on Oct. 1-12, 2015.  States affected include CO, KS, MO, NE, NM, OK, SD, UT and WY.  The apples at store level are individual fruit on open displays.

No illnesses have been reported to date.  The problem was discovered when a customer performed microbial testing on raw apples received.

Consumers who suspect that they have purchased “Granny Smith” green apples affected by this recall should dispose it in the garbage and contact Del Monte Fresh Produce for a refund.  Affected retailers have been requested to remove the product from sale.

Consumers with questions may contact the Company’s consumer hotline at 1-800-659-6500 operating 24 hours seven days a week or email Del Monte Fresh at Contact-US-Executive-Office@freshdelmonte.com

Medline Industries, Inc. Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall Of One Lot Of Acetaminophen Tablets, 500mg, Due To Mislabeling With Incorrect Strength

For Immediate Release
October 9, 2015

Medline Industries, Inc.
recalls@medline.com
866-359-1704

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Medline Industries, Inc. announced that it will initiate a voluntary nationwide recall of lot # 45810 of Acetaminophen tablets, 500mg, uncoated compressed tablets to the consumer level. The Acetaminophen 500mg, Tab 100/BT (OTC20101) has been found to be mislabeled displaying “Acetaminophen 325mg” (OTC10101) instead of “Acetaminophen 500mg”. The Acetaminophen tablets, 500mg is incorrectly labeled as 325 mg tablets. This error is not easily identifiable by the user or prescriber. If the product is taken at the maximum labeled dose, every four hours, five doses a day, or with other medications containing acetaminophen, it may lead to liver toxicity or liver failure. To date, Medline Industries, Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events associated with this product.
Acetaminophen tablets is an over the counter (OTC) oral medication used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains due to minor pain of arthritis, muscular aches, back aches, headaches, toothaches, the common cold, premenstrual and menstrual cramps, and reduces fever. This item is packaged as 100 tablets per bottle, Medline Item Number: OTC20101, NDC#: 53329-641-30. The recalled Acetaminophen 500mg, Tab 100/BT (OTC20101) includes lot # 45810 with expiration date May 2018.

This lot was distributed nationwide from June 12, 2015 through September 18, 2015. Medline Industries, Inc. is investigating to determine the root cause and corrective and preventative actions. Medline Industries, Inc. notified its distributors, consumers and/or retailer customers by First Class Mail on September 25th, 2015 and is arranging for return and credit of all recalled products. Consumers, distributors, and/or retailers that have product which is being recalled should stop using and return to Medline Industries, Inc.

Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Medline Industries, Inc. by phone 866-359-1704 or recalls@medline.com Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm CST. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Complete and submit the report Online:www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail or Fax: Download form www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Nijay International, Inc. Recalls Coriander Powder Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

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October 14, 2015
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Nijay International, Inc. of Anaheim, CA is recalling 8 cases of Down to Earth Organic Coriander Powder, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism, which 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, endocarditis and arthritis.
Down to Earth Organic Coriander Powder, batch # 1404D25 with a best before date of 05/24/2015 was distributed to retail stores in Dallas, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio, TX. The product is packaged in 7 oz. transparent, green plastic bags.

To date, Nijay International, Inc. has not received any reports of illness related to this recalled product.

The recall was a result of routine sampling by an FDA contract lab, which revealed the presence of Salmonella.

Consumers who have purchased Down to Earth Organic Coriander Powder are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1 (714) 602-6123 Mondays through Fridays, between 9.00am to 5.00pm PST.

The UPC for this product is 40074 13813. This code is located above the ingredient list.

Market of Choice Recalls Baked Brie Herb-Garlic Due to Possible Health Risk

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October 13, 2015

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ConsumersPatrick Lowen
541-513-0486

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Market of Choice is recalling its Market Cheese Shop Baked Brie Herb/Garlic variety, due to undeclared pecans (a tree nut). Use of this product by anyone allergic to pecans may result in illness or injury.

The Baked Brie Herb/Garlic has been recalled from nine Market of Choice stores, including those in Eugene, Ashland, Corvallis, SW Portland, Cedar Mill and West Linn, Oregon. This product was sold Aug. 3, 2015 through Sept. 27, 2015.

Recall placards have been placed in areas where the product was sold. No confirmed illnesses have been reported at this time.

The recalled product can be identified by UPC code 217563014997.

Market of Choice customers who purchased the recalled product may return it for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company through its website at www.marketofchoice.com, or by calling 541-513-0486, M-F from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (PDT).

Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Precautionary Recall of Limited Number of Spinach Salads

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October 13, 2015

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Bil Goldfield
William.Goldfield@dole.com
 (818) 874-4647
Consumer Response Center
 (800) 356-3111

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Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of bagged salad. The product being recalled is Dole Spinach coded A27409B & A27409A, with an Enjoy By date of October 15 and UPC 7143000976 due to a possible health risk from Salmonella. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall.

The product code and Enjoy By date are in the upper right-hand corner of the package; the UPC code is on the back of the package, below the barcode. The salads were distributed in 13 U.S. states (Connecticut, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Wisconsin).

No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall. This precautionary recall notification is being issued due to an isolated instance in which a sample of Dole Spinach salad yielded a positive result forSalmonella in a random sample test conducted by the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development; Laboratory Division.

Neither Baby Spinach nor any other salads, are included in the recall. Only the specific Product Codes, UPC codes and October 15, 2015 Enjoy By date identified above are included in the recall. Consumers who have any remaining product with these Product Codes should not consume it, but rather discard it. Retailers and consumers with questions may call the Dole Food Company Consumer Response Center at (800) 356-3111, which is open 8:00 am to 3:00 pm (PT) Monday – Friday.

Dole Fresh Vegetables customer service representatives are already contacting retailers and are in the process of confirming that the recalled product is being removed from the stream of commerce.

Salmonella is an organism that can cause foodborne illness in a person who eats a food item contaminated with it. Symptoms of infection may include fever and gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting or abnormal pain. The illness primarily impacts young children, frail and elderly people and those with weakened immune systems. Most healthy adults and children rarely become seriously ill.

New Frontier Foods, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall Of Ocean’s Halo Seaweed Chips Produced At Third Party Manufacturer On Certain Dates, Because Of Possible Health Risk (Undeclared Allergen – Wheat)

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October 12, 2015
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Bob Childs
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New Frontier Foods, Inc. of Burlingame, CA is voluntarily recalling six days of production of Ocean’s Halo Gluten Free Seaweed Chips produced at a third party manufacturer because of an undeclared allergen – wheat – with potential adverse health effects.
The Seaweed Chips produced on the affected dates of production are being recalled because routine testing showed levels of gluten above the FDA limit for a gluten free product. As a result, the products may contain an undeclared allergen – wheat – in products labeled as gluten-free. To date, New Frontier Foods has not received any reports of illness that may be associated with gluten.

New Frontier Foods is voluntarily recalling affected chips produced on those dates from customer warehouses and retail store shelves. No other dates and no other New Frontier Foods products are covered by the recall.

Products containing wheat can cause illness or severe reactions for individuals with wheat allergies or Celiac disease. Products containing wheat can also cause illness or discomfort for individuals with gluten intolerance.

Consumers with wheat allergies, Celiac disease or gluten intolerance should not consume products bearing the affected code dates and should contact New Frontier Foods for a replacement or full refund. For consumers who do not have an allergy to wheat, Celiac disease or a gluten intolerance, the products are safe to eat.

This voluntary recall includes 3 flavors Ocean’s Halo Seaweed Chips, with the following “BEST BY” dates shown as Lot Numbers below.

Product Name Brand Name Description Outer Case UPC Unit (Bag) UPC Lot Numbers
The Organic Seaweed Chip Ocean’s Halo Sea Salt 2.5oz bag/12 ct 10851899005174 8 51899 00517 74 082416, 091416, 091516, 091616
The Organic Seaweed Chip Ocean’s Halo Chili Lime 2.5oz bag/12 ct 10851899005198 8 51899 00519 1 091716
The Organic Seaweed Chip Ocean’s Halo Korean BBQ 2.5oz bag/12 ct 10851899005181 8 51899 00518 4 082416, 091516, 091616, 092116
Consumers requesting refunds or calling with further questions should contact Bob Childs at New Frontier Foods at 1-888-767-2035 from the hours of 9am-5pm PST.