ToYou Snacks Issues Allergy Alert on undeclared soy
ToYou Snacks, of Winter Garden, Florida is recalling TOYOU branded snack bars in flavors Coconut Mocha, Chocolate Mango, Salted caramel dark chocolate, Mint Dark chocolate, Banana foster, Mango Yogurt because they contain undeclared soy. People who have an allergy or sensitivity to soy run risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Chocolate mango, & Banana Foster snack bars were sold at 20 Whole Foods stores throughout the state of Florida beginning on 9/6/2023 to 12/15/2023. Coconut Mocha, Mint dark chocolate, Mango yogurt, Salted caramel dark chocolate, Chocolate mango, & Banana foster were sold through AMAZON FBA. Amazon sells directly to consumers at the national level through the North Carolina distribution center beginning on 11/9/2023 to 12/15/2023.
The recalled TOYOU snack bars are packaged in 40 gram (1.4 oz) wrappers in 14 count boxes. Both use craft looking paper and vibrant colors in the names of the flavors.
Lots and expirations are as follows:
Amazon
Mint Dark Chocolate
11/09/2023
MDCFBA-01
08/30/2024
Mango Yogurt
11/09/2023
MY 05
08/30/2024
Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate
11/09/2023
SCFBA 02
08/30/2024
Chocolate Mango
11/09/2023
CHMGFBA 02
08/30/2024
Banana Foster
11/09/2023
BFFBA 02
08/30/2024
Coconut Mocha
11/09/2023
COCOMFBA 02
08/30/2024
KeHe
Banana Foster
09/06/2023-10/24/2023
BF 13 / BFKHE 01
06/30/2024 – 08/30/2024
Chocolate Mango
09/06/2023-10/24/2023
CHMG01 / CMKHE 01
06/30/2024 – 08/30/2024
No illnesses have been reported in connection with this problem.
Production of these flavors has been halted until FDA and ToYou Snacks are certain that the issue has been resolved.
This recall was brought forward to us as an immediate action through the Florida Department of Agriculture. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the wrappers were missing the soy allergen declaration in the flavors listed above. This issue was caused by mass printing wraps and not having anyone in the team previous to myself and my team with any knowledge on quality and control the company.
Consumers who have purchased the flavors above (40 gram bars) are urged to throw away or return products for a full refund. Consumers with question please feel free to contact us at [email protected].
We are working diligently with both the FDA and the Florida Department of Agriculture in order to solve this issue and provide an even better product for those who have been loyal to us.
Turkey Kielbasa recalled due to potential bone fragments
Salm Partners, LLC, a Denmark, Wis. establishment, is recalling approximately 133,039 pounds of ready-to-eat turkey kielbasa products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically bone fragments, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The ready-to-eat turkey kielbasa items were produced on October 27, 2023, and October 30, 2023. The following products are subject to recall [view labels]:
13-oz. plastic vacuum-sealed packages containing “PARKVIEW TURKEY POLSKA KIELBASA”, with P-32009 and “USE BY APR 24 24” or “USE BY APR 27 24” printed on the package.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-32009” printed with the use by date on the front of the package. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The problem was discovered after the firm notified FSIS that it had received consumer complaints reporting that pieces of bone were found in the turkey kielbasa product. In addition, FSIS received two consumer complaints regarding this issue.
There has been one reported minor oral injury associated with consumption of this product. FSIS has received no additional reports of injury or illness from 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 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 Keith Lindsey, President/CEO, Salm Partners, LLC, at 920-863-5559 ext. 1346.
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to [email protected]. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.
HY Success Inc. Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Fat Choy Kee Dried Longan
HY Success Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 5 ounce packages of Fat Choy Kee Dried Longan because they contained undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled product was distributed nationwide in retail stores. There was no online sales.
The recalled Fat Choy Kee Dried Longan is packaged in a 5 ounce, clear plastic package marked with item no.: 61915 on the label with an expiration date of 12/31/2024 stamped on the back.The product UPC code is 89091-99846.
No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the 5 ounce packages of Dried Longan which were not declared on the label. Analysis of the Dried Longan revealed they contained 22.21 milligrams per serving.
Consumers who have purchased 5 ounce packages of Dried Longan are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 646-533-2162, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm EST.
Undeclared Fish (Anchovy) Allergen in Publix Deli Carolina- Style Mustard BBQ Sauce
Ventura Foods of Brea, California has initiated a voluntary recall on Publix Deli Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce sold exclusively at Publix Super Markets, Inc., because it contains Traditional Sweet & Spicy BBQ Sauce that may contain a fish (anchovy) allergen that is not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish (anchovy) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
This recall only impacts Publix Deli Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce with the use by date of April 08, 2024. This product was sold at Publix stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.
The product details are as follows:
Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce
2oz package – individually sold
0 41415 57162 4
APR 08 24B
To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.
If consumers have a product affected by this recall, they are advised to discard it immediately or return the product to their local store for a full refund. Consumers who have additional questions should call Ventura Foods Customer Relations at (888) 500-0086 Monday through Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm CT.
Publix Super Markets have removed all affected products from its shelves. No other Ventura Foods products are affected by this recall.
Undeclared Wheat in 1.5oz Glass Jars of Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauces
Vesta Fiery Gourmet Foods, Inc., of Raleigh, NC is voluntarily recalling Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauce Ghost 1.5oz glass jar UPC 7 94571 99498 0, Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauce Hot 1.5oz glass jar UPC 7 94571 99497 3, Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauce Reaper 1.5oz glass jar UPC 7 94571 99490 4, Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauce Scorpion 1.5oz glass jar UPC 7 94571 99491 1 & Benny T’s Vesta Dry Hot Sauce Very Hot 1.5oz glass jar UPC 7 94571 99499 7 because these products contain undeclared wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Products affected are:
Benny T’s Vesta Ghost
1.5 Ounce
7 94571 99498 0
December 2024
Benny T’s Vesta Hot
1.5 Ounce
7 94571 99497 3
December 2024
Benny T’s Vesta Reaper
1.5 Ounce
7 94571 99490 4
December 2024
Benny T’s Vesta Scorpion
1.5 Ounce
7 94571 99491 1
December 2024
Benny T’s Vesta Very Hot
1.5 Ounce
7 94571 99499 7
December 2024
On 1/4/24 the firm was notified by the North Carolina Depart of Agriculture and Consumer Services that the label does not state the flour used is a wheat flour.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The affected lot numbers and expiration dates are: FX001500 (expiration date 09/2024) and FX001582 (expiration date 09/2024) NDC 0078-0110-22. These lots were only distributed in the US. They were distributed nationwide to wholesalers across the US, beginning in January 2022 and September 2022, respectively.
The products were distributed between October 1, 2023 – January 4, 2024. These products were packaged in glass jars and sold primarily online, in retail stores & deli cases located throughout the United States. Images of the products are below.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them or they may discard the product. Consumers with questions may contact Chris Tuorto at 919-656-7688, Monday – Friday, 8AM – 9PM EST.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
Quaker expanded its recall from December to include some of the items above. All products added to the recall can be found here.
The Quaker Oats Company today announced an expansion of the December 15, 2023, recall to include additional cereals, bars and snacks listed below because they have 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 (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The products listed below are sold throughout the 50 United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and Saipan. Consumers should check their pantries for any of the products listed below and dispose of them. Additionally, consumers with any product noted below can contact Quaker Consumer Relations (9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST, Mon.-Fri.) at 1-800-492-9322 or visit www.QuakerRecallUSA.com for additional information or product reimbursement.
Consumers can scan the SmartLabel QR code on the product package to determine if it has been recalled. Click here for information on how to use SmartLabel.
Quaker has informed the FDA of our actions.
This recall applies to the specific products listed below, in addition to the products announced on December 15, 2023. A combined list of recalled products is available on www.QuakerRecallUSA.com
For more information, please reference this PDF.
Rizo Lopez Foods is recalling Aged Cotija Mexican Grating Cheese because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. of Modesto, CA is recalling a total of 344 cases of Aged Cotija Mexican Grating Cheese (8oz), UPC 72724200043 batch number 4DW-23318 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 miscarriage and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Aged Cotija Mexican Grating Cheese (8oz) was distributed nationwide through distributors.
The product comes in a small 8oz. “puck” shape wrapped in clear plastic marked with red and black lettering on the botom noted as “Cotija, made with Grade A Milk” along with an ingredient description. Nutritional facts are noted in black below the ingredient description. The top shows “Cotija Aged Mexican Grating Cheese” with orange background. Batch number is identified on the outer edge of the clear plastic with “SELL BY 05/12/24 BATCH 4DW-23318” in black lettering.
To date, no confirmed illnesses related to this product have been reported.
The recall was a result of a routine sampling program by the Hawaii State Department of Health’s Food and Drug Branch on Wednesday, January 3rd which revealed that the finished product contained the bacteria. Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. has ceased the producon and distribution of the product as the FDA and Rizo Lopez Foods continue their investigation as to what caused the issue.
Consumers who have purchased Aged Cotija Mexican Grating Cheese (8oz). are urged to quarantine the product and destroy it. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-626-5587, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Pacific Standard Time.
U.S. Trading Company is recalling Dragonfly Jelly Bars Because it Contains Konjac Powder and May Present a Choking Hazard
U.S. Trading Company of Hayward, CA is recalling Dragonfly jelly bars because it contains konjac powder and may present a choking hazard.
Konjac and its consequent texture and consistency could pose a choking hazard to small children as well as adults with functional and/or anatomic abnormalities.
The recalled Jelly bars were distributed to retailers Nationwide.
The jelly bars are individually packed in small handbags and small backpacks. Below are the products being recalled:
Dragonfly
Jelly Handbag
11.64oz
721557357156
Dragonfly
Jelly Handbag
17.63oz
721557357163
Dragonfly
Jelly Backpack
7.93oz
721557357170
Dragonfly
Jelly Backpack
28.22oz
721557357187
The recall was initiated after New York State Agriculture Department of Agriculture and Markets collected a sample of the jelly containing Konjac. Based upon the products containing the ingredient konjac and the dimensions, FDA has determined that the products present a choking hazard.
No incidents of consumers choking have been reported to date.
Consumers who have purchased these products should return them to the store of purchase for a refund.
Consumers who may have questions or concerns should contact U.S. Trading Company at 510- 781-1818 Monday thru Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm PST.
