All articles tagged with #allergen
Costco has recalled its Dubai Style Chocolate due to an allergen labeling error, where gluten was incorrectly listed instead of wheat. The recall affects products sold between May 1 and August 29, but health risks are minimal as gluten is correctly associated with wheat. Consumers with wheat allergies are advised to contact Costco for a refund.
A batch of Artisan-style bread sold at Kroger and Walmart in 12 states has been recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts, posing a life-threatening allergy risk. The recall involves about 883 units distributed across multiple states, with the company urging consumers to return the product for a refund. No serious injuries have been reported.
Breyers has recalled over 6,600 cases of Rocky Road ice cream due to a packaging error that mislabeled the product and could pose a severe allergy risk for individuals with nut allergies, particularly because the product contains almonds but was labeled only as 'may contain tree nuts.' The recall affects products distributed across the U.S., and consumers are advised to check their freezers and return or discard affected items. The incident highlights the importance of accurate allergen labeling for consumer safety.
Sugar Foods is recalling 3.5-ounce bags of Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style in 20 states due to contamination with a wheat allergen, posing a risk to those with wheat allergies. The recall affects products with UPC Code 7 87359 17504 6 and a best by date of June 20, 2025. No illnesses have been reported, and consumers can return the product for a refund. This recall follows recent recalls of organic carrots and ready-to-eat meat due to contamination concerns.
M&P Production LTD is recalling 670 pounds of raw meat products in four states due to the misbranding of an undeclared allergen, sesame seeds, which can be life-threatening for those allergic. Another New York company, MF Meats, is recalling over 93,000 pounds of raw meat products due to potential contamination with non-food grade mineral seal oil. The USDA is urging operators not to serve these products and there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of the affected products.
Manischewitz is recalling its dark chocolate coins due to a mislabeling issue where some bags labeled as "Dark Chocolate Coins" actually contained milk chocolate coins, posing a risk to individuals with milk allergies. The product was distributed nationwide, primarily in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Consumers are advised to check their product for gold foil coins in the dark chocolate bags and discontinue use, with the option to return the product for a refund or credit. No illnesses or injuries have been reported so far.
Dianne's Fine Desserts is voluntarily recalling over 2,000 trays of chocolate brownies in 14 states due to "inadvertent mislabeling" that fails to disclose the presence of peanuts, posing a risk to individuals with peanut allergies. The affected products, Sienna Bakery Chocolate Decadent Brownies and Sienna Bakery Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies, were distributed by Gordon Food Service. Customers are advised to return the products for a full refund. No adverse reactions have been reported thus far.
Frito-Lay has issued a voluntary recall of a limited number of Doritos Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips distributed in Pennsylvania due to the presence of undeclared soy and wheat allergens. The recall affects less than 7,000 bags of 14.5 oz and 1 oz chips, and consumers with allergies or sensitivities to soy or wheat are advised not to consume the product. No other Frito-Lay or Doritos products are affected, and no allergic reactions have been reported so far. Consumers can contact Frito-Lay Consumer Relations for more information.
Over 3,000 pounds of fully-cooked hot dogs produced by Perdue Premium Meat Company have been recalled in Ohio due to misbranding and an undisclosed allergen. The vacuum-sealed packages labeled as beef wieners were found to contain smoked sausages instead, which contain milk, an allergen not listed on the label. The recall affects 2-lbs. packages with specific lot and case codes, and a sell-by date of 8/1/23.
Hy-Vee is recalling one variety of its Chili Macaroni Hamburger Skillet Meal due to the absence of dairy as a possible allergen on the package. The best by date being recalled is Feb. 8, 2024, and the product can be returned for a full refund.