Dierbergs Markets Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Fish and Milk in Product
For Immediate Release
June 30, 2017
Contact
Consumers
Dierbergs Markets
636-532-8884
Media
Todd Vasel
636-812-1323
Announcement
St Louis-based Dierbergs is recalling various Deli Products with multiple use by dates in all retail stores because undeclared fish (anchovy) in a Caesar dressing and undeclared milk in 2 Santa Fe wraps. People who have allergies to fish and dairy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
All of the packages have been removed from store shelves. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Product was distributed to all Dierbergs Markets retail locations in eastern and central Missouri and western Illinois.
All ‘Use By’ dates of the following products are included in this recall:
| # Retail Products | Reason for recall | USE-BY-DATE |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap 10oz | Undeclared Fish Misbranded; Caesar Dressing has the incorrect ingredients listed |
7/2/17 and earlier |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 14oz | Undeclared Fish Anchovies are listed but fish is not declared as an allergen |
7/1/17 and earlier |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 8.5oz | Undeclared Fish Anchovies are listed but fish is not declared as an allergen |
7/1/17 and earlier |
| Classic Pinwheel Appetizer Wrap Platter 12ct | Undeclared Fish Misbranding; Caesar Dressing has the incorrect ingredients listed |
7/2/17 and earlier |
| Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Wrap 11oz | Undeclared Dairy Misbranding; Chicken (contains a dairy based additive) and cheese are not listed as an ingredient on the label |
7/2/17 and earlier |
| Santa Fe Grilled Veggie Wrap 12oz | Undeclared Dairy Misbranding; Cheese (contains dairy) is not listed as an ingredient on the label |
7/2/17 and earlier |
The recall was initiated after it was discovered the fish containing (Caesar Dressing) and Dairy containing (Wraps) product was distributed in packages that did not reveal the presence of fish and milk respectively. Subsequent investigation indicated the omissions were the result of ingredient changes in the products. Production of the named products is suspended until FDA and Dierbergs are certain the labeling has been corrected. No other Dierbergs Markets branded products are affected by this recall. To date, Dierbergs Markets have received no reports of illnesses or allergic reactions associated with the recalled products.
Dierbergs Markets is asking consumers who have packages of the product to return them unopened to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Dierbergs Markets at 1636-532-8884 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm CDT.
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