Month / June 2018

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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Salmonella #contamination of precut melon sold in Kroger stores in Indiana and Michigan

This information has not been supplied by the FDA, USDA, or CDC at the time of this printing. The recall is apparently coming directly from Kroger. Below is a news article that alerted me to this recall.

http://fox59.com/2018/06/08/pre-cut-melon-sold-in-indiana-recalled-by-kroger-due-to-possible-salmonella-contamination/

Pre-cut melon sold in Indiana recalled by Kroger due to possible salmonella contamination

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.– Kroger is recalling pre-cut cantaloupe, watermelon and melon mixes sold in Indiana and Michigan stores due to possible salmonella contamination.
The company was informed by the CDC and FDA on June 7 that several people have fallen ill in connection with the outbreak. The products were limited to select Kroger, Jay C, Owen’s and Pay Less stores and were provided by a third-party supplier.
Kroger said there have been no further reports of illnesses since May 28 and the shelf life of the produces are very limited, but wanted to issue the recall out of “an abundance of caution.”
The recall doesn’t impact other pre-cut fruit.
Customer who purchased the following products should not consume them and return them to the store for a full refund or replacement:
Product UPC Sell-By Dates: Size
MELON SPEARS TRIO 82676613959 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 16 oz.
FRUIT SPEARS MIXED 82676613960 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 16 oz. 
WATERMELON SPEARS 82676613962 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 16 oz. 
MELON MEDLEY – SMALL 82676613980 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 10 oz.
WATERMELON CHUNKS – SMALL 82676613985 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 10 oz.
CANTALOUPE CHUNKS – SMALL 82676614000 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 10 oz.
HONEYDEW CHUNKS – SMALL 82676614001 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 10 oz.
CANTALOUPE CHUNKS 82676614006 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 24 oz.
MELON MIX 82676614007 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 24 oz.
WATERMELON CHUNKS 82676614008 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 24 oz.
WATERMELON CHUNKS 82676614014 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 48 oz.
FRUIT SNACK TRAY 82676614015 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 40 oz.
FRUIT MEDLEY 82676614017 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 10 oz.
FRUIT MEDLEY 82676614024 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 24 oz.
FRUIT MEDLEY 82676614030 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 48 oz.
SMALL FRUIT TRAY W/ DIP 82676614538 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 26.75 oz.
LARGE FRUIT TRAY W/ DIP 82676614539 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 63.0 oz.
FRUIT TRAY W/WATERMELON 82676618549 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 64.75 oz.
FRUIT FIESTA SALAD 82676618564 6/11/18 AND BEFORE 18 oz.
Customers who have questions may contact Kroger at 1-800-KROGERS.
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New #foodsafety #recall of 3,120 lbs of frozen breaded chicken products #contaminated with blue and clear soft plastic

Tyson Foods Inc. Recalls Breaded Chicken Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Class II Recall047-2018
Health Risk: LowJun 8, 2018
Congressional and Public Affairs
Autumn Canaday
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June 8, 2018 – Tyson Foods Inc., a North Little Rock, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,120 pounds of frozen breaded chicken products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically blue and clear soft plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The frozen, uncooked and breaded chicken tenderloins were produced on May 17, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label (PDF only)]
  • 12-lb. box containing 3-lb. plastic bags of “UNCOOKED, BREADED, ORIGINAL CHICKEN TENDERLOINS,” with a lot code of 1378NLR02.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-746” on the product package. These items were shipped to food services establishments, nationwide. The affected products are not available for purchase in retail stores.
The problem was discovered on June 8, 2018, when Tyson Foods Inc. notified FSIS that their breading supplier was recalling the breading ingredients due to possible foreign material contamination.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. 
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in freezers at food service institutions and could be served. Food Service Institutions who have purchased these products are urged not to serve them. These products should be thrown away.
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.
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact the Tyson Foods Inc. call center at (888) 747-7611. Members of the media may contact Worth Sparkman, senior manager for external communications for Tyson Foods Inc., at (479) 290-6358.
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New #foodsafety #recall of 672 lbs of frozen meat ravioli products produced without inspection

Venda Ravioli, Inc. Recalls Meat Ravioli Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall046-2018
Health Risk: HighJun 8, 2018
Congressional and Public Affairs
Autumn Canaday
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June 8, 2018 – Venda Ravioli, Inc., a Providence, R.I. establishment, is recalling approximately 672 pounds of frozen meat ravioli products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. 
The frozen meat ravioli items were produced and packaged on various dates from Feb. 22, 2018 through June 7, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]       
• 16 oz. sealed trays of “VENDA RAVIOLI, PASTA FRESCA, COSTANTINO’S, MEAT RAVIOLI,” and a lot code and case code of 05318, 05418, 05518, 05618, 05718, 05818, and 05918. 
• 16 oz. sealed trays of “VENDA RAVIOLI, PASTA FRESCA, COSTANTINO’S, Italian Sausage Ravioli.”
• 16 oz. sealed trays of “VENDA RAVIOLI, PASTA FRESCA, COSTANTINO’S, Prosciutto & Provolone Ravioli,” and a lot code and case code of 05318, 05418, 05518, 05618, 05718, 05818, and 05918. 
• 16 oz. sealed trays of “VENDA RAVIOLI, PASTA FRESCA, COSTANTINO’S, OSSO BUCO RAVIOLI.”
The Meat Ravioli and Prosciutto & Provolone products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST.9501” inside the USDA mark of inspection. The Italian Sausage Ravioli and Osso Bucco Ravioli products do not have the USDA mark of inspection on the packaging. These items were shipped to retail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.                              
The problem was discovered on June 7, 2018 when FSIS personnel were performing inspection activities.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.  
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ freezers Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
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 and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Michael Costantino, occupational manager for Venda Ravioli, Inc., at (401) 569-0909.
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Expanded #foodsafety #recall of undetermined amount of various raw, frozen Siluriformes fish, beef, pork and poultry products produced without inspection

Supermercado Selectos Recalls Raw, Frozen Siluriformes Fish, Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall044-2018 Expansion
Health Risk: HighJun 7, 2018
En Español
Congressional and Public Affairs
Adam Ghering
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
EDITOR’S NOTE: This release was updated on June 7, 2018 to reflect additional products.
WASHINGTON, June. 7, 2018 – Supermercado Selectos, a San Sebastián, Puerto Rico firm, is recalling an undetermined amount of various raw, frozen Siluriformes fish, beef, pork and poultry products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The raw, frozen Siluriformes fish, beef, pork, chicken and turkey items were produced on various dates from August 2017 to May 31, 2018. The complete list of products and UPC code numbers can be found here.
Supermercado Selectos shipped the items to DGA Food Service, LLC, who further distributed the items to Head Start Child and Adult Care Food Programs in Puerto Rico.
USDA provides reimbursement for meals served in Head Start through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP); however, these products were purchased commercially.  These meat and poultry products were not provided or purchased by USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service.        
The problem was first discovered during routine inspection by FSIS investigators on May 23, 2018. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider. 
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
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 and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact David Crespo, General Manager, Supermercados Selecto at (787) 280-4550.
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New #foodsafety #recall undeclared #milk #allergen in Meijer Brand Dill Pickle Flavored Potato chips

Shearer’s Foods, LLC Issues an Allergy Alert for Undeclared Milk in Meijer Brand Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips

June 4, 2018

Contact

Consumers

Shearer’s Consumer Affairs Department
 1-800-428-6843

Announcement

View Product Photos
Shearer’s Foods, LLC of Massillon, OH is recalling Meijer brand 9.5 ounce packages of Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips because they may contain undeclared milk. People who are allergic to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The recalled Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips were distributed to Meijer stores in OH, MI, IN, IL, KY, and WI from April 20, 2018 until May 29, 2018.
The product comes in a 9.5 ounce bag marked with the UPC # 719283594365 and with sell by dates on the package between 07/16/18 and 08/13/18. A total of 2,450 cases were affected. All but 177 cases of the recalled Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips were shipped to Meijer distribution centers.
The remaining cases were caught prior to shipment and are in the process of being destroyed.
The issue was discovered when the family of a consumer who suffered an allergic reaction reported the incident to Meijer. Shearer’s Foods, LLC conducted an investigation which indicated that due to human error, a product containing milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk.
Customers who purchased the recalled product from Meijer may dispose of it or return the product to its place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Shearer’s Consumer Affairs Department toll free at 1-800-428-6843 Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Eastern time.
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New #foodsafety #recall of 34,400 lbs of fully cooked ground beef products #contaminated with hard, white plastic

Goodman Food Products Recalls Fully Cooked Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Class I Recall045-2018
Health Risk: HighJun 4, 2018
Congressional and Public Affairs
Adam Ghering
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June 4, 2018 – Goodman Food Products, Texas, Inc., a Mansfield, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 34,400 pounds of fully cooked ground beef products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically hard, white plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The frozen, fully cooked ground beef patty and crumble items were produced on August 2, 2017. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
  • 40-lb. cases of “Don Lee Farms FULLY COOKED BEEF PATTY CRUMBLES” with lot code 5886A7214, case code CNG36100 and “Best if used within” date of August 2, 2018.
  • 40-lb. cases of “Don Lee Farms FULLY COOKED HOMESTYLE BEEF PATTY” with lot code 5886A7214, case code CNG38220 and “Best if used within” date of August 2, 2018.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 5886A” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These products were purchased by USDA Foods for the National School Lunch Program (NLSP). These items were shipped to institutional locations in Maine and Connecticut.
The problem was discovered after the company and USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Services received consumer complaints about hard, white plastic material found in the fully cooked ground beef products.  
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.  
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in school freezers or refrigerators. School nutrition professionals who have purchased these products are urged not to prepare or consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
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 and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Donald Goodman, President, Goldman Food Products, Texas, Inc. at (310) 674-3180.
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New #foodsafety #recall undeclared #almond #allergen in Sanders Fudge Mini Bites

Sanders Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Fudge Mini Bites

June 1, 2018

Contact

Consumers

Sanders
  info@sanderscandy.com 
 at 1-800-651-7263

Media

Nakia Mills
  nmills@sanderscandy.com
 586-464-5368

Announcement

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Sanders announced today that it is recalling its 3.75oz Milk Chocolate Covered Fudge Mini Bites because they may contain undeclared almonds. People who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled 3.75oz Milk Chocolate Covered Fudge Mini Bites were distributed throughout several Michigan retail stores.
The product comes in a 3.75 ounce, gray and black package marked with lot 8109 FL and Best By Date January 31, 2019 ink-jetted on the rear.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Almond-containing product was inadvertently added to a production line which was packaging product that did not contain Almonds.
Other production dates of the product are not affected.
Consumers who have purchased 3.75oz Milk Chocolate Covered Fudge Mini Bites – specifically those packages with lot 8109 FL and Best By Date January 31, 2019 printed on the rear – are urged to contact Sanders at 1-800-651-7263 Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 EST or info@sanderscandy.com for a full refund or a replacement product of equal value.
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New #foodsafety #recall undeclared #milk #allergen in SDQ Trading Cheese Biscuits

SDQ Trading Inc Issues Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergen in Cheese Biscuits

June 1, 2018

Contact

Consumers

SDQ Trading Inc. 
 718-453-3838

Announcement

View Product Photos
SDQ Trading Inc. of 651A Lexington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221 is recalling its 16.5 oz packages of Cheese Biscuits because they may contain undeclared milk allergen. Consumers who are allergic to milk allergen may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled Cheese Biscuits were distributed in New York State in retail stores. The product comes in a 16.5 oz, clear plastic package. The product UPC code is 6926145712902.
No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of undeclared milk allergens in the 16.5 oz packages of Cheese Biscuits which did not declare a milk ingredient on the label.
Consumers who have purchased 16.5 oz packages of Cheese Biscuits are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-453-3838
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Expanded #foodsafety #recall 15,315 lbs of various raw, frozen beef, pork and poultry products produced without inspection

Supermercado Selectos Recalls Raw, Frozen Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall044-2018-EXP
Health Risk: HighJun 2, 2018
En Español
Congressional and Public Affairs
Adam Ghering
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
EDITOR’S NOTE: This release was updated on June 2, 2018 to reflect additional products.
WASHINGTON, June. 2, 2018 – Supermercado Selectos, a San Sebastián, Puerto Rico firm, is recalling approximately 15,315 pounds of various raw, frozen beef, pork and poultry products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The raw, frozen beef, pork, chicken and turkey items were produced on various dates from August 2017 to May 31, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
       
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped packages containing ground beef labeled “Selectos DGA CARNE DE RES MOLIDA USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef for stew labeled “Selectos DGA CARNE DE RES PARA GUISAR USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing lean pork for stew labeled “Selectos DGA MASITAS DE CERDO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing boneless pork chops labeled “Selectos DGA CHULETAS DESHUESADAS USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing boneless chicken thighs labeled “Selectos DGA CADERAS DE POLLO DESHUESADAS USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing turkey for stew labeled “Selectos DGA MASITAS DE PAVO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped packages containing chicken fajitas labeled “Selectos DGA FAJITAS DE POLLO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef cubed steak labeled “SELECTOS SAN SEBASTIAN DGA BIFTEC US.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef pepper steak labeled “Selectos DGA PEPPER STEAK USDA SOUTHERN RIVER.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing boneless turkey breast labeled “Selectos DGA BIFTEC PAVO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing ground chicken labeled “Selectos DGA CARNE MOLIDA DE POLLO USDA.”

Supermercado Selectos shipped the items to DGA Food Service, LLC, who further distributed the items to Head Start Child and Adult Care Food Programs in Puerto Rico.
USDA provides reimbursement for meals served in Head Start through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP); however, these products were purchased commercially.  These meat and poultry products were not provided or purchased by USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service.
                                 
The problem was first discovered during routine inspection by FSIS investigators on May 23, 2018. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
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 and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact David Crespo, General Manager, Supermercados Selecto at (787) 280-4550.
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New #foodsafety #recall of undetermined amount of various raw, frozen beef, pork and poultry products produced without inspection

Supermercado Selectos Recalls Raw, Frozen Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall044-2018
Health Risk: HighJun 1, 2018
En Español
Congressional and Public Affairs
Adam Ghering
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, June. 1, 2018 – Supermercado Selectos, a San Sebastián, Puerto Rico firm, is recalling an undetermined amount of various raw, frozen beef, pork and poultry products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The raw, frozen beef, pork, chicken and turkey items were produced on various dates from August 2017 to May 31, 2018. The following products are subject to recall:   [View Label (PDF only)] 
       
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped packages containing ground beef labeled “Selectos DGA CARNE DE RES MOLIDA USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef for stew labeled “Selectos DGA CARNE DE RES PARA GUISAR USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing lean pork for stew labeled “Selectos DGA MASITAS DE CERDO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing boneless pork chops labeled “Selectos DGA CHULETAS DESHUESADAS USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing boneless chicken thighs labeled “Selectos DGA CADERAS DE POLLO DESHUESDAS USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing turkey for stew labeled “Selectos DGA MASITAS DE PAVO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped packages containing chicken fajitas labeled “Selectos DGA FAJITAS DE POLLO USDA.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef cubed steak labeled “SELECTOS SAN SEBASTIAN DGA BIFTEC US.”
• Varying 1-lb to 2-lb weights of plastic-wrapped tray packages containing beef pepper steak labeled “Selectos DGA PEPPER STEAK USDA SOUTHERN RIVER.”
Supermercado Selectos shipped the items to DGA Food Service, LLC, who further distributed the items to Head Start Child and Adult Care Food Programs in Puerto Rico.
USDA provides reimbursement for meals served in Head Start through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP); however, these products were purchased commercially.  These meat and poultry products were not provided or purchased by USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service.
The problem was first discovered during routine inspection by FSIS investigators on May 23, 2018. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
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 and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact David Crespo, General Manager, Supermercados Selecto at (787) 280-4550.