Month / June 2016

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Expanded #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Brown & Haley Trail Mix

Brown & Haley Expands Voluntary Recall of Mountain Thins “Trail Mix” Flavor Because of Possible Health Risk

June 3, 2016

Contact

Consumers

 sweets@brown-haley.com
  1-800-426-8400 ext. 3085

Media

John Melin
 253-620-3036

Announcement

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Brown & Haley of Tacoma, Washington is taking the precautionary measure of expanding its voluntary recall to include one additional lot of Mountain Thins “Trail Mix” flavor that may be impacted by sunflower seeds 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.
This follows the announcement on May 31, 2016, by the company’s supplier SunOpta of its expanded recall of sunflower seeds which have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date.  No other types, varieties or flavors of Brown & Haley or Mountain products are impacted by this recall.  Brown & Haley is committed to the health and wellness of each and every consumer, and is taking this action in an abundance of caution.
Mountain Thins “Trail Mix” flavorwas distributed to select retail stores nationwide.  Lots being recalled were distributed between March 4, 2016 and April 25, 2016, and are listed below.
Product Name Size UPC Code Lot Code Best By Date
Mountain Thins
“Trail Mix” flavor		 5.3 oz. 
stand-up film pouch (resealable)		 0 41770 33370 7 O03O610 03MAR17 (3/3/2017)
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Retailers and wholesalers should remove the recalled products from their shelves and contact their sales representative or broker for return authorization. 
Consumers should not consume the recalled products.  Consumers who purchased these products may take them back to the store where they purchased them for a refund or simply discard them.  Consumers seeking information may email sweets@brown-haley.com or call 1-800-426-8400 ext. 3085, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Butterfield Foods Broccoli Salad Kits

Butterfield Foods, LLC. Recalls Broccoli Salad Kit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination

Class I Recall046-2016
Health Risk: HighJun 3, 2016
En Español
Congressional and Public Affairs
Sarah Lichtman
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, JUNE 3, 2016 – Butterfield Foods, LLC., a Noblesville, Ind. establishment, is recalling approximately 15,966 pounds of broccoli salad dressing product that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The broccoli salad kit items were produced on various dates between Nov. 10, 2015 and May 25, 2016. The following product is subject to recall:  [View Label (PDF Only)]
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 11/10/2015, bearing lot number 5314129,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 11/17/2015, bearing lot number 5321221,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 11/25/2015, bearing lot number 5328328,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 12/8/2015, bearing lot number 5342116,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 12/15/2015, bearing lot number 5349219,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages  of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 12/23/2015, bearing lot number 5356297,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 12/31/2015, bearing lot number 5363410,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 2/2/2016, bearing lot number 6033071,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 2/9/2016, bearing lot number 6040142,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 2/16/2016, bearing lot number 6047305,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 2/25/2016, bearing lot number 6054450,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 3/2/2016, bearing lot number 6061048,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 3/9/2016, bearing lot number 6068141,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 3/16/2016, bearing lot number 6075273,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 3/30/2016, bearing lot number 6089507,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 4/12/2016, bearing lot number 6103161,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 4/19/2016, bearing lot number 6110244,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 4/26/2016, bearing lot number 6117342,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 5/5/2016, bearing lot number 6124070,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 5/12/2016, bearing lot number 6131130,
  • 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 5/18/2016, bearing lot number 6138250, and
  • And 6-lb. cases containing two 3-lb packages of product labeled “Butterfield Foods Custom Food Production Broccoli Salad Kit” with a packaging date of 5/25/2016, bearing lot number 6145367.
The product subject to recall bears establishment number EST. 6945 inside the USDA mark of inspection. The product has sell-by dates from December 10, 2015 through June 23, 2016. These items were shipped to retail locations in Indiana and Ohio and used to make prepared salad products further distributed to consumers at grocery delicatessens.
The problem was discovered on June 2, 2016, when the establishment was notified by its distributor that the SunOpta sunflower kernel products used in the Butterfield Foods’ Broccoli Salad Kit dressing product were involved in a recall due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of the Butterfield Foods product being recalled.
SunOpta’s recall can be found at: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm504808.htm.
Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that primarily affects older adults, persons with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women and their newborns. Less commonly, persons outside these risk groups are affected.
Listeriosis can cause fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions sometimes preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms. An invasive infection spreads beyond the gastrointestinal tract. In pregnant women, the infection can cause miscarriages, stillbirths, premature delivery or life-threatening infection of the newborn. In addition, serious and sometimes fatal infections can occur in older adults and persons with weakened immune systems. Listeriosis is treated with antibiotics. Persons in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell the health care provider about eating the contaminated food.
Consumers who have purchased prepared salad products that contain the recalled product from grocery delicatessens are urged not to consume them. These prepared salad products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. If you are unsure whether or not the recalled product was used in your prepared salads, consult store management.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.           
Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Keith Fields, Plant Manager, at (317) 776-4775, extension 27.
Media with questions regarding the recall can contact Frank Violi, Owner, at (317) 776-4775, extension 16.
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Expanded #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Kashi & Bear Naked Snack Bars

Kashi Company Voluntarily Recalls Two Varieties of Snack Bars and Two Varieties of Bear Naked® Granola Due to Potential Health Risk After Sunflower Seed Supplier Increases Scope of Impacted Products

June 3, 2016

Contact

Consumers

https://www.kashi.com/contact-usdisclaimer icon
 1-877-747-2467

Media

 Callie.Bruhn@edelman.com
 503.471.6816

Announcement

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Kashi Company is expanding its previously announced voluntary recall to include two varieties of Kashi® brand snack bars – including one product in Canada – and two varieties of Bear Naked® granola because they contain ingredients made from sunflower seeds distributed by its supplier, SunOpta, that have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. SunOpta expanded the scope of impacted products after Kashi announced its recall in the United States on May 31.
Listeria monocytogenes 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.
The company has received no confirmed reports of illness to date.
HOW TO IDENTIFY THE RECALLED PRODUCT
The recalled products include two varieties of Kashi® snack bars and two varieties of Bear Naked® granola. The following products, which also include those that were listed in the May 31 recall announcement, were distributed throughout the United States and Puerto Rico:  
Description (Retail) UPC Code Size Better If Used Before Date/Best If Used By Date
Kashi® Trail Mix Chewy Granola Bars 18627 03000 7.4 oz (6 ct) MAR0117 or earlier
Kashi® GOLEAN® Honey Pecan Baklava Bars 18627 10474 7.95 oz (5 ct) Jul2116; Aug0716; Sep1316
Bear Naked® Soft Baked Granola, Cinnamon + Sunflower Butter 84623 10163 11 oz AUG 14 2016 to JAN 11 2017
Bear Naked® Soft Baked Granola, Pepita + Hemp + Sunflower Butter 84623 10168 10.5 oz OCT 14 2016 to DEC 04 2016
Description (Club) UPC Code Size Best If Used by Date
Kashi® Trail Mix Chewy Granola Bars 18627 10302 42 oz (35 ct) MAR0117 or earlier
Bear Naked® Soft Baked Granola , Cinnamon + Sunflower Butter 84623 10173 26 oz DEC 24 2016; DEC 25 2016; JAN 11 2017; JAN 12 2017; JAN 13, 2017
Description (Food Service) UPC Code Size Best If Used by Date
Kashi® Trail Mix Chewy Trail Mix Granola Bars 18627 37948 14.4 oz (12 ct) MAR0117 or earlier
Kashi® GOLEAN® Honey Pecan Baklava Bars 18627 10471 19 oz (12 ct) Jul2116; Aug0716; Sep1316
Bear Naked® Soft Baked Granola , Cinnamon + Sunflower Butter 84623 10179 Case of 1.2 oz sample pouches DEC 02 2016; DEC 03 2016
The following products were distributed in Canada:
Description (Retail) PC Code Size Best Before/Meilleur Avant
Kashi® Whole Grain Trail Mix Bars 0 18627 43610 2 210 g (6 ct) 2017 JA 04RE
2017 JA 05RE
2017 JA 06RE
2017 FE 10 RE
Kashi® Whole Grain Bars 0 18627 50406 1 630 g (18 ct) 2016 SE 11 EX 
2016 NO 30 EX
Images of these products can be found at www.consumeralert.kashi.comdisclaimer icon. No other Kashi or Bear Naked products are impacted by this recall.
People who have purchased affected product should discard it and contact Kashi for a full refund.
Consumers in the United States and Puerto Rico can call 1-877-747-2467, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET. Consumers may also contact us viahttps://www.kashi.com/contact-usdisclaimer icon. 
Consumers in Canada can call 1-866-958-7884, Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET. Consumers may also contact us via http://www.kashi.ca/en/contact-usdisclaimer icon.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #peanut #allergen in Certain Hostess Brand products

Hostess Brands, LLC Issues Recall On Possible Undeclared Peanut Residue In Certain Snack Cake And Donut Products

June 3, 2016

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Consumers

 1-800-686-2813

Announcement

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Move Comes as Part of FDA’s Safety Advisory Regarding Grain Craft Flour Recall
Hostess Brands, LLC is voluntarily recalling 710,000 cases of select snack cakes and donuts as a direct result of the recent recall by our supplier, Grain Craft, of certain lots of its flour for undeclared peanut residue.  The Hostess Brands products subject to the recall were produced using the Grain Craft flour that has now been recalled and, as a result, these products may contain low levels of undeclared peanut residue.  More information about the Grain Craft recall can be found on the FDA’s website at:http://www.fda.gov/Food/RecallsOutbreaksEmergencies/SafetyAlertsAdvisories/ucm504002.htm. 
While those who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume products containing peanut allergens, the amount of peanut exposure from use of the flours and affected products is considered to be low and not expected to cause adverse health effects in the vast majority of peanut allergic consumers.  To date, Hostess has received notice of two allergic reactions related to the product covered by this recall.  Out of an abundance of caution, we are recalling the specific products listed on the attachment.
This recall applies only to the products listed.  This recall does not affect any other Hostess Brands products.
Variety Item UPC Batch Best Buy Date
Chocodile Multi FSH 888109110499 D033124000 6/4/2016
D040624000 6/10/2016
D040724000 6/11/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
D041424000 7/6/2016
888109110499 D033124000 6/4/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
Chocodile Multi FZN 888109110499 D033124000 N/A
D040624000 N/A
D041324000 N/A
Chocodile Snack FSH 888109010492 D033124000 6/4/2016
D040624000 6/10/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
888109010492 D033124000 6/4/2016
D040624000 6/10/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
Chocodile Snack FZN 888109010492 D040624000 N/A
D040724000 N/A
D041324000 N/A
Ding Dong Multi FSH 888109110611 D032924000 6/2/2016
D033024000 6/3/2016
D040424000 6/8/2016
D040524000 6/9/2016
D040624000 6/10/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
D041224000 6/16/2016
D041324000 7/6/2016
888109110611 D040424000 6/8/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
Ding Dong Multi FZN 888109110611 D040424000 N/A
D041124000 N/A
D041224000 N/A
Ding Dong Snack FSH 888109010027 D032924000 6/2/2016
D040424000 6/8/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
888109010027 D040424000 6/8/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
Ding Dong Snack FZN 888109010027 D040424000 N/A
D041124000 N/A
Zinger Chocolate Multi FSH 888109110581 D040124000 6/5/2016
D040824000 6/12/2016
D040924000 6/13/2016
Zinger Chocolate Multi FZN 888109110581 D040124000 N/A
D040824000 N/A
Zinger Chocolate Snack FSH 888109300036 D040124000 6/5/2016
D040824000 6/12/2016
888109010058 D040124000 6/5/2016
D040824000 6/12/2016
D040924000 6/13/2016
Zinger Chocolate Snack FZN 888109300036 D040124000 N/A
D040824000 N/A
888109000202 D040124000 N/A
888109010058 D040824000 N/A
888109000356 D040124000 N/A
Zinger Ras Multi FSH 888109110604 D040924000 6/13/2016
D041024000 6/14/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
D041624000 6/20/2016
Zinger Ras Multi FZN 888109110604 D040924000 N/A
D041524000 N/A
Zinger Ras Snack FSH 888109010089 D041024000 6/14/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
D041624000 6/20/2016
Zinger Ras Snack FZN 888109010089 D040924000 N/A
D041024000 N/A
D041524000 N/A
Zinger Van Multi FSH 888109110598 D033124000 6/4/2016
D040124000 6/5/2016
D040724000 6/11/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
Zinger Van Multi FZN 888109110598 D040724000 N/A
Zinger Van Snack FSH 888109300029 D033124000 6/4/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
888109010119 D040124000 6/5/2016
D040724000 6/11/2016
D040824000 6/12/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
Zinger Van Snack FZN 888109300029 D041424000 N/A
D041524000 N/A
888109010119 D033124000 N/A
D040124000 N/A
D040724000 N/A
D041524000 N/A
Chocolate Donut BG FSH 888109150020 D031821000 5/22/2016
D031821001 6/22/2016
D031824001 6/29/2016
D031921000 5/23/2016
D031924000 6/29/2016
D032021000 5/24/2016
D032024000 6/29/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
D041224000 6/16/2016
888109150020 D031824000 5/22/2016
D032124000 5/25/2016
D032224000 5/26/2016
D032324000 5/27/2016
D032424000 5/28/2016
D032424001 6/22/2016
D032524000 6/22/2016
D032524001 6/22/2016
D032624001 6/22/2016
D032824000 6/1/2016
D032924000 6/2/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
D041224000 6/16/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
D041324001 6/29/2016
D041424000 6/29/2016
888109150020 D032121000 5/25/2016
888109110239 D032021000 5/24/2016
D032121000 5/25/2016
Chocolate Donut SS FSH 888109300067 D032121000 5/25/2016
888109050023 D032121000 5/25/2016
888109050023 D032121000 5/25/2016
Chocolate Donut SS FZN 888109300067 D032121000 N/A
888109050023 D032121000 N/A
888109050023 D032121000 N/A
Crunch Donut BG FSH 888109110642 D031924000 5/23/2016
D032524000 5/29/2016
D032624000 5/30/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
D041524000 6/19/2016
888109110642 D031824000 5/22/2016
D031924000 5/23/2016
D032024000 5/24/2016
D032424000 5/28/2016
D032524000 5/29/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
888109110642 D031824000 5/22/2016
D031924000 5/23/2016
888109110659 D041324000 6/17/2016
Crunch Donut BG FZN 888109110642 D031924000 N/A
D032524000 N/A
D041424000 N/A
Crunch Donut SS FSH 888109300081 D031921000 5/23/2016
888109050054 D031921000 5/23/2016
D032021000 5/24/2016
D040221000 6/6/2016
888109050054 D031921000 5/23/2016
D040221000 6/6/2016
Crunch Donut SS FZN 888109050054 D031921000 N/A
D040221000 N/A
888109000332 D040221000 N/A
Devils Food Donut BG FSH 888109150037 D040221000 6/6/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
Glazed Mini Donut Bag FSH 888109110659 D032124000 5/25/2016
D032824000 6/1/2016
D032924000 6/2/2016
D041124000 6/15/2016
D041224000 6/16/2016
888109110659 D032224000 5/26/2016
D032324000 5/27/2016
D032424000 5/28/2016
D032924000 6/2/2016
D041224000 6/16/2016
D041324000 6/17/2016
D041424000 6/18/2016
888109110659 D032224000 5/26/2016
Glazed Mini Donut Bag FZN 888109110659 D032124000 N/A
D032224000 N/A
D032824000 N/A
D041124000 N/A
Maple Donut Bag FSH 888109111243 D032424000 5/28/2016
Powder Donut BG FSH 888109150044 D031821000 5/22/2016
D031821001 6/8/2016
D031824000 6/8/2016
D031921000 5/23/2016
D031921001 6/8/2016
D040221000 6/6/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
888109150044 D032121000 5/25/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
888109110246 D031921000 5/23/2016
D032021000 5/24/2016
D032121000 5/25/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
Powder Donut BG FZN 888109150044 D032121000 N/A
D040821000  
Powder Donut SS FSH 888109050047 D031821000 5/22/2016
D031921000 5/23/2016
888109050047 D031921000 5/23/2016
D040221000 6/6/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
888109050047 D031821000 5/22/2016
D040821000 6/12/2016
Powder Donut SS FZN 888109050047 D031821000 N/A
D040821000 N/A
888109050047 D040821000 N/A
The Hostess Brands products affected by the recall include single serve (snack cakes and donuts), multipack boxes and bagged donuts.  The products were sold to mass merchandisers, grocery stores, distributors, dollar stores, drug stores, and convenience stores throughout the United States and Mexico.
Anyone who has purchased an affected product and who has a sensitivity or allergy to peanuts is encouraged to discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact 1-800-686-2813 Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm Central time, and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm Central time.  Consumers may also visit www.hostesscakes.comdisclaimer icon.
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New #FDA #advisory on possible #peanut #allergen in limited flour & flour products

FDA Investigates Low Levels of Peanut Residue Found in Limited Flour and Flour Products
Fast Facts
  • FDA advises consumers with severe peanut allergies to avoid the products listed below being recalled because of peanut residue in certain flour originating from Grain Craft.
  • Grain Craft has recalled its affected flour. FDA is working with other companies that received the affected flour product from Grain Craft to determine if further recalls are needed.
  • On June 3, 2016, Hostess recalled products containing flour it had received from Grain Craft.
What is the problem and what is being done about it? Grain Craft first notified FDA on April 26 that sampling by a customer found peanut residue in cookies and subsequent analysis revealed the source of the peanut residue to be its soft red winter wheat flour. Since that time, Grain Craft analyzed additional samples of the flour and found positive samples for peanut residue. FDA also collected samples at Grain Craft and found evidence that some soft red winter wheat flour contained peanut protein. Grain Craft ceased manufacturing and distribution of its soft red winter wheat flour on April 30. Subsequent FDA sampling did not show the presence of peanut protein. Following ongoing discussions with FDA, Grain Craft issued a recall to its customers. FDA is working with companies that received flour from Grain Craft containing undeclared peanut residue to determine if their products pose a safety hazard and need to be recalled.
On June 3, 2016, Hostess recalled products containing flour it had received from Grain Craft. Hostess had received two adverse events involving children with peanut allergies who suffered immediate allergic reactions after consuming Hostess donut products. Hostess subsequently tested the soft red winter wheat flour it had received from its supplier and notified FDA that the flour contained peanut residue. Hostess has since tested other shipments of flour from the same supplier as well as finished products and has found other instances of products or flours with low level peanut residues.
Grain Craft sells only to other companies and not directly to consumers. In general, FDA is prohibited by law from releasing publicly certain information about supply chains, such as the names of customers, if it constitutes confidential commercial information. In the meantime, reporters and consumers should contact Grain Craft directly with questions about their customers. A list of those products recalled can be found on the FDA website and will continue to be updated as the agency learns more.
What are the symptoms of peanut allergies? Following ingestion of a food allergen(s), a person with food allergies can experience a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis.
This can lead to:
  • constricted airways in the lungs
  • severe lowering of blood pressure and shock (“anaphylactic shock“)
  • suffocation by swelling of the throat
Allergic reactions can include:
  • Hives
  • Flushed skin or rash
  • Tingling or itchy sensation in the mouth
  • Face, tongue, or lip swelling
  • Vomiting and/or diarrhea
  • Abdominal cramps
  • Coughing or wheezing
  • Dizziness and/or lightheadedness
  • Swelling of the throat and vocal cords
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Loss of consciousness
What specific products are recalled? FDA will continue to update this list if additional products are recalled.
Consumer advice for those with peanut allergies: FDA advises consumers with severe peanut allergies to avoid the recalled products listed on this page because of peanut residue in soft red winter wheat flour originating from Grain Craft.
The amount of peanut exposure from use of the flours and affected products is low and not expected to cause adverse health effects in the vast majority of peanut allergic consumers.
If symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as shortness of breath, swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or hives, occur, stop eating the product and seek immediate medical care.
The FDA tracks allergic reactions to FDA-regulated foods. Should you experience an allergic reaction to any FDA-regulated food, report it to your local FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinators

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If you are unsure of your risk, ask your healthcare provider.
Individuals who do not have peanut allergies do not need to avoid these products
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #egg #allergen in Chelsea food service products

Chelsea Food Services Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Egg In Product

June 3, 2016

Contact

Consumers

Anthony Igo
Quality Assurance Manager
(303) 348-6521

Announcement

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Chelsea Food Services of Denver, Colorado is recalling Jarlsberg Cheese Spread with Cookies and Cream Dessert labeling, because it contains undeclared EGGS. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to EGGS run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Product was distributed in Colorado to King Soopers and City Market Stores.
Specific information on how the product can be identified: packed in plastic container, net wt. 6.6 oz., states “Made for King Soopers”, with expiration date of 05/13/16. Label is on bottom of packaging.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered Jarlsberg Cheese Spread containing EGGS were labeled with Cookies and Cream Dessert. It was distributed with packaging that did not reveal the presence of EGGS. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the labeling processes.
Consumers who have purchased Jarlsberg Cheese Spread with Cookies and Cream Dessert labeling are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Anthony Igo at Chelsea Food Services, (303) 348-6521
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Updated #expanded #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Hickory Harvest Sunflower Kernel Products

Updated: Hickory Harvest Expands Recall of Certain Sunflower Kernel Products Because of Possible Listeria Monocytogenes

June 3, 2016

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Consumers

Consumers Customer Service
Service askus2@hickoryharvest.com
1-800-448-6887

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Joe Swiatkowski
joe@hickoryharvest.com
330-644-6266

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Akron, OH, – Hickory Harvest Foods, under advice from its sunflower kernel supplier, SunOpta, is expanding their recall of a limited number of products that 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, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. These items are in addition to the items recalled on May 4, 2016 and May 20, 2016.
The additional products were packaged at, or distributed from Hickory Harvest between the dates of June 22,2015 and May 31,2016. Shipments were to the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, lA, 10, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, Ml, MO, MS, MT, NC, NO, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SO, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WY. No illnesses have been reported to date, but in an abundance of caution Hickory Harvest is recalling all affected products.
Recalled retail items were sold in packaged bags and deli tubs and are marked with Best By Dates located on the front or back of the packages. Listed below are details regarding the additional recalled items:
Product Description Size UPC Best By Date
Hickory Harvest Sweet and Salty Trail Mix 4.5oz. 0-36232-06075-5 010216
042916
050516
052716
071416
071516
080416
101516
111616
Hickory Harvest Foods Roasted and Salted Sunflower Kernels 5 oz. 0-36232-07704-6 030316
040916
042316
043016
052716
071216
080316
081316
101216
Hickory Harvest Foods Roasted and Salted Sunflower Kernels 10oz. 0-36232-07703-9 013016
030906
030916
031016
032516
035216
042216
042916
050416
053116
060216
062216
062316
062516
070816
081216
081816
092816
101916
122516
122816
Hickory Harvest Foods Roasted and Salted Sunflower Kernels 11 oz. 0-36232-07702-2 011117
012916
031816
053116
061816
081816
081916
102716
Hickory Harvest Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel Car Cup 7 oz. 0-36232-07716-9 102816
110116
111616
111716
Heinens Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 10 oz. 0-36232-07703-9 022516
030916
032416
032516
032916
041416
052416
052516
052916
070816
081816
101916
122816
Heinens Roasted NoSalt Sunflower Kernel 10oz. 0-36232-07707-7 020416
021316
022116
032415
032416
052516
062416
070816
081816
100816
101416
Hickory Harvest Roasted NoSalt Sunflower Kernel 10oz. 0-36232-07707-7 022116
030916
032116
032416
032516
042616
042916
060216
061516
070816
071916
091416
101416
IM Good Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 1.6oz. 7-93724-80218-9 022617
050316
061116
070716
071716
080716
081316
082716
110816
Amish Farms Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 5.5oz. 8-55993-20018-6 070916
081216
100716
112516
Raylicious Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 1.5oz. 8-55291-00192-8 041417
041517
041617
070216
081416
110816
121216
Liberty Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 3oz. 6-08819-35672-3 011517
021217
030817
030917
041617
071616
071716
081316
091116
102916
120516
120715
Sheetz Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel 3.5oz. 7-59465-00784-9 012617
012717
030117
031917
061816
070916
071316
083116
091516
101416
110316
110516
112016
120116
121816
Superior Brokerage Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernel Car Cup 7 oz. 8-10222-02129-1 Pack Date:
16046
16048
16049
16075
Superior Brokerage Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernels 9oz. 8-10222-02022-5 Pack Date:
15224
15237
15243
15272
15280
15285
15313
15314
15324
Superior Brokerage No Salt Sunflower Kernels 9oz. 8-10222-02140-6 Pack Date:
15246
15265
15281
15295
15315
15317
15320
15322
 
Consumers are urged not to consume these products. Consumers who purchased these products may take them back to the store where they purchased them for a refund or simply discard them. Consumers seeking information may emailaskus2@hickoryharvest.com or call1-877-237-4374 Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Eastern Time.
Retailers and wholesale customers should check their inventories and shelves to confirm that none of the products are present or available for purchase by consumers or in warehouse inventories. Please contact Hickory Harvest ataskus2@hickoryharvest.com to arrange for disposal or return of the product.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The Company provided the following statement:
“We are dedicated to producing the highest quality and safest snacks for our customers, as their safety is our top priority. Therefore, we are following the advice of our supplier and issuing a voluntary recall on certain sunflower kernel products that are potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Fortunately, there have been no consumer illnesses reported. Hickory Harvest Foods is working with its customers and the FDA to ensure the products are removed from commerce as quickly as possible.”
About Hickory Harvest Foods
Hickory Harvest Foods, Inc., The Good Snack People, offers the largest selection of healthy and salty snacks in a variety of packaging options. Hickory Harvest Foods sells wholesale product under its own brand, the I.M. Good Snacks brand as well as private brands to grocery stores/mass retail, convenience/travel stores, distributors, food manufacturers, gift companies and fundraising organizations. Located in Akron, Ohio since 1972, the company has a proud history of retaining long-time employees that are dedicated to producing the best quality in the industry.
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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of ACH Foods Salad Toppings

ACH Food Companies, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Salad Toppings Due to Possible Health Risk Related to Sunflower Seeds

June 2, 2016

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ACH Food Companies, Inc.
 1-800-328-6013

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Sarah Blankenship
 1-800-691-1106

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – ACH Food Companies, Inc. of Memphis, TN is recalling Durkee® Salad Topping, Food Club® branded Salad Topping and Hy-Vee® Garden Style Salad Topping 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.
ACH has received no reports of illness to date, but is taking this voluntary action as a precaution to ensure the health and safety of everyone who enjoys our products.
The recall is the result of the expanded recall of sunflower kernels supplied to us by SunOpta.
These products are distributed throughout the United States and the Dominican Republic through retail stores.
HOW TO IDENTIFY THE RECALLED PRODUCT
Images of the product labels are shown below.
Recalled products can be identified on the Durkee® Salad Topping and the Food Club Salad Topping by the “Best By” date and the Hy-Vee product can be identified by its lot code. This information is printed in black ink on the bottom of the plastic product container.
DESCRIPTION UPC CODE SIZE BEST BY
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz JUL 20 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz JUL 21 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz AUG 18 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz AUG 19 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz OCT 05 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz NOV 17 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz NOV 22 17
Durkee Salad Topping 4760009136 6.75 oz FEB 09 18
DESCRIPTION UPC CODE SIZE BEST BY
Food Club Salad Topping 3680017322 6.75 oz JUL 21 17
Food Club Salad Topping 3680017322 6.75 oz OCT 05 17
Food Club Salad Topping 3680017322 6.75 oz NOV 17 17
Food Club Salad Topping 3680017322 6.75 oz APR 20 18
DESCRIPTION UPC CODE SIZE LOT CODE
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 232A5 B
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 238A5 B
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 239A5 C
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 279A5 C
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 327A5 B
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 327A5 C
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 041A6 C
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 042A6 B
Hy-Vee Garden Style Salad Topping 7545004755 6.75 oz 111A6 B
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are advised to not consume the product, and either discard the unused portion or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
No other ACH Food Companies, Inc. or Durkee® products are included in this recall.
Consumers with questions about the recall should contact ACH Food Companies, Inc. at 1-800-328-6013 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday.
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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Nu Life Sunflower Spread

Nu Life Market Voluntarily Recalls Sun Life Sunflower Spread Because of Possible Health Risk

June 2, 2016

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contactus@sunlifespreads.com
1-866-962-5236

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Nu Life Market of Scott City, Kansas is voluntarily recalling approximately 300 jars of its three flavors of Sun Life brand Sunflower Spread packaged in a 12 ounce jar 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, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeriainfection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
The Sunflower Spread was distributed in retail stores in Kansas and through online sales between the dates of September 15, 2015 and May 17, 2016. The product comes in a 12 ounce, clear plastic jar with a brown plastic lid. The best by date is located on the top of the brown jar lid. Listed below are details pertaining to the recalled items:
Sun Life Spread Flavor Lot# Best By UPC
Natural Sunflower Spread 5266A1 6/17/2016 855881003370
Natural Sunflower Spread 5315A1 8/5/2016 855881003370
Natural Sunflower Spread with Maple 5225B1 5/13/2016 855881003622
Natural Sunflower Spread with Chocolate 5246C1 5/28/2016 855881003615
 
No illnesses have been reported to date, but the company is recalling the products as a precaution to maintain the health and safety of our consumers. These spreads contain sunflower seeds distributed by our supplier, SunOpta, which notified our company of their potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Consumers who have purchased these products should discard the product or return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers seeking information may email contactus@sunlifespreads.com or call 1-866-962-5236 Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Daylight Savings Time.
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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #fish #allergen in Bayou Brothers Creole Sauce

Bayou Brothers Issues an Allergy Alert for an Undeclared Fish Allergen in Bayou Brothers Creole Sauce With a “Best By” Date of “23MAR17” Through “18MAY18”

June 3, 2016

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 1-800-903-7087

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Bayou Brothers of Austin, Texas is recalling its 33 oz. jars of its Bayou Brothers Creole Sauce because it contains undeclared fish.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish may run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The recalled Bayou Brothers Creole Sauce jars were only distributed in the state of Texas. 
The product comes in a labeled 33 oz. jar that is coded with a “Best By” Date code of “23MAR17” through “18MAY18”. Please see the attached picture as a reference. 
The UPC code for the recalled product is: 91037 60907.
No illnesses have been reported to date and there are no other safety concerns for people who do not have a fish allergy.
This recall was voluntarily issued by the company after it discovered that the label on the product did not accurately reflect the ingredients.
The company has since corrected the problem and has initiated corrective actions to prevent its reoccurrence.
Consumers who have purchased 33 oz. jars of Bayou Brothers Creole Sauce are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-903-7087, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, CST.
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