Recalls and Alerts: November 16, 2017

Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.

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United States

Allergy Alert: Lipari Foods, LLC recalls Weis, All Natural and unbranded specific dark chocolate products packaged by sister company JLM due to undeclared milk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed to retail stores throughout Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin and West Virginia.

Allergy Alert: Circle S Farm recalls Herb Bacon Cheese Ball Mix (2.2 oz/62g) due to undeclared soy. The recalled product was available for sale prior to November 15, 2017 at retail locations throughout Ohio as well as phone in orders to Circle S Farm.

Food Safety Alert: The New Jersey Department of Health has issued a ‘Cease-and-Desist’ order to Udder Milk, a home-delivery company that has illegally sold unpasteurized milk in New Jersey. A North Jersey woman tested positive for Brucella RB51 infection after consuming the milk.

Food Safety Recall: Casa Sanchez Foods recalls Real Guacamole (9-oz containers; Lot code 279; Expiration date 11/10/17; UPC 0 78732 00412 2) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was distributed to retail stores throughout the California Bay Area and surrounding counties.

Food Safety Recall: Giant Food, LLC recalls Giant Brand Frozen Whole Kernel Sweet Corn (16 oz.; Best by Oct-2019; UPC 68826700676) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall: GIANT Food Stores, LLC and MARTIN’S Food Markets recall GIANT/MARTIN’S Brand Frozen Whole Kernel Sweet Corn (16 oz.; Best by Oct-2019; UPC 68826700676) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Texas Natural Meats recalls Frozen Beef Tongue (1.72-lb. cryovac packages; produced on various dates between April 1, 2016 and Nov. 11, 2017) due to possible contamination with specified risk material. The recalled product was to product owners and further distributed in Texas.

Food Safety Recall: The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC recalls Stop & Shop Brand Frozen Whole Kernel Sweet Corn (16 oz.; Best by Oct-2019; UPC 68826700676) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Trader Joe’s recalls Trader Joe’s Cilantro & Chive Yogurt Dip (SKU #78720) and Trader Joe’s Tahini Sauce (SKU# 78723), due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Both products were sold in Trader Joe’s stores nationwide.

Canada

Allergy Alert: Les Empaqueteurs unis de fruits de mer ltée recalls CUISSE POULET SEMI-DES (Variable weights; All lots sold up to November 15, 2017) due to undeclared sesame seeds, mustard seeds, wheat, soy, eggs, peanuts and other nuts.

Food Safety Recall: Fou du Bio (Québec, QC) recalls various products processed in glass jars, as the items were not processed in a manner that would ensure their safety for human consumption. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Europe

Allergy Alert (Ireland): Lidl Ireland recalls Connell Bakery Wholesome Seed & Grain Sliced Pan (800g; All batch codes; All best before dates) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (Northern Ireland): Lidl recalls Connell Bakery Wholesome Seed and Grain Sliced Pan (800g; All batch codes; All best before dates) due to undeclared soy.

Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Højer Pølser recalls Red wine salami, Cognac sirloin and Ålerøget sirloin due to risk of growth of gas-producing bacteria that may cause packages to bulge. Please refer to the recall notice for additional information.

Food Safety Recall (Germany): California Direct GmbH recalls Trader Joe’s Soft Fruits – Figs (250g; Expiry 31.08.2018; Lot #L21773) due to excessive levels of ochratoxin A, a mold toxin that can cause kidney disease. The recalled product was available in Aldi Nord stores.

Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Food Safety Recall (Hong Kong): Master Blessed Ltd recalls Peacock Brand Dongguan Rice Stick (400g; Best before June 1, 2019; Product of China) due to excessive cadmium in the product.

Food Safety Recall (Israel): Galil Beehive Products recalls Whole Sesame Tahini (380g and 720g jars; All expiry dates up to and including 02/2020; Product of Ambasel Trading House, Gondar Ethiopia) due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Israel): Hamoi Brothers Company Ltd. recalls HaMuvharim Shebakfu’im brand Whole Kernel Corn (1kg and 2.5kg plastic bags; Expiry date 25.9.19) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Australia and New Zealand

Allergy Alert (New Zealand): Venerdi Ltd. recalls Venerdi brand Gluten Freedom Fancier Sourdough Pizza Bases (two pack 400 g plastic package; Best before 15.11.17, 16.11.17, 17.11.17, 20.11.17, 21.11.17, 22.11.17, 23.11.17, and 27.11.17) due to undeclared gluten. The recalled product was sold in Supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

Food Safety Recall Summary: October 26 – November 15, 2017

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United States

CC Kitchens LLC recalls approximately 269 pounds of meat and poultry products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and outside inspection hours. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were shipped to retail locations in Ohio.

Chelsea Food Services dba Journey Cuisine recalls approximately 28,064 pounds of pork and chicken burritos and wrap products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were shipped to retail locations in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.

Empire Kosher Poultry, Inc. recalls approximately 10,839 pounds of raw poultry products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials (metal). Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

Haig’s Delicacies recalls Taboule Salad (10-oz plastic tub, 3-unit multi pack & 6-lb bulk foodservice bag; Lot #17298; Expiry date 11/16/17) due to potential contamination with E. coli O157:H7. The recalled product was distributed in California through retail stores.

Nature’s Touch Frozen Foods LLC recalls Nature’s Touch Frozen Organic Fine Whole Green Beans (10 oz.; Best before 2017 JUN 04 to 2019 JUN 21; UPC 8 73668 00141) due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product was distributed through three retailers in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Virginia.

Sukhi’s Gourmet Indian Foods recalls Sukhi’s CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA with NAAN BREAD & BASMATI RICE (11-oz. frozen microwaveable sealed containers; Use by 11/07/2018; Lot #83790) due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled items were shipped to a distributor in California.

Trader Joe’s recalls Trader Joe’s Broccoli Slaw and Kale Salad with White Chicken Meat (Use by 10/10 through 10/13; SKU #50286) due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product was sold in Trader Joe’s retail stores in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Yorgo Foods Inc. recalls select varieties of Hommus and Baba Ghannouj, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed at retail stores in NY and NJ.

Yorgo’s Foods Inc. recalls all Greek-style food products it manufactures due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Canada

Agropur Cooperative recalls Agropur Import Collection Firm Ripened Comté Cheese (200g; All Best Before dates up to and including 18 FE 09; UPC 0 67400 00397 0; Product of France) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was distributed to retailers nationwide.

International House of Caviar Ltd. recalls AKI brand Chum Salmon Caviar (50g; Lot #L N16319.14; Best before 2017/11/17; UPC 6 28451 22603 1) because the product may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum. The recalled product was distributed to retailers in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario, and may have been distributed nationally.

Maple Leaf Foods recalls Maple Leaf brand Chicken Breast Strips (840g; Best Before 2018 SE 29; UPC 0 63100 03089 6) because the product may contain the toxin produced by Staphylococcus bacteria. The recalled product was distributed to retailers nationally.

M. Simon Bonin recalls various prepared foods because they were manufactured under conditions that do no ensure their safety for human consumption. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected items.

True North Salmon Co. Ltd. recalls True North Seafood Company brand Toppers Smoked Salmon Flakes seasoned with lemon and dill (113g; All Best Before dates up to and including November 17, 2017; Product code 7838; UPC 0 60719 72255 6) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was distributed to consumers in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Ontario, and may have been distributed nationally.

Vantage Foods (ON) Inc. recalls Ground Lean Veal (Variable size; Best Before 2017NO04; UPC starts with 0 226811; Prepared for Food Basics) due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The recalled product was distributed to retailers in Ontario.

Europe

Belgium: Aldi recalls Excellence brand Boulette de sanglier – sauce au poivre/Pork dumplings in pepper sauce, frozen, ready-to-eat (Lot #150917; Best before end 09/2018) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Belgium: Lidl recalls cherry tomatoes (500g plastic container; Lot L60492; Sold November 6-10, 2017) because the product may contain foreign matter.

Belgium: Unilever Belgium recalls Zwan brand Sausages in Tomato Sauce (Expiry dates 20/01/2020, 07/03/2020 & 08/03/2020) due to underprocessing.

Belgium: Vivera recalls Rondelle aux Légumes brand Vegetable Burger Patty (Lot #8718300057007 – 000000000101613322; Best Before 20-11-2017) due to possible contamination with Listeria bacteria.

Denmark: Dansk Supermarked Group recalls Noel Mediterranean Snacks, Fuet Coins (100g; Best before 4/11-2017; Product of Spain) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Denmark: J. Chr. Juhl A/S recalls Cold-smoked salmon and Hot-smoked pighaj due to possible Listeria contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for product details.

Denmark: Johannes Dam & Søn recalls Økologiske Bornholmske Grahamsknæk (170g; Best before 08.07.2018; Lot #08.07.2018) due to contamination with extraneous material (metal).

Denmark: Supreme Food ApS recalls Toasted Almonds (135g; Production dates 26/10/2017 & 31/10/2017; Batch Nos. 2610171 & 3110170) and Toasted Almonds with Salt (135g; Production date 31-10-2017; Batch No. 3110170) due to excessive levels of aflatoxin.

Denmark: Toms Gruppen A / S recalls four varieties of Anthon Berg Marcipan bread because the product may be contaminated with pieces of orange plastic. Please refer to the recall notice for complete details.

Finland: Kesko Oyj recalls frozen Pirkka chicken wings (400g; All best before dates) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Germany: DMK Deutsche Milchkontor GmbH recalls various MILRAM and private label cheese products due to possible contamination with small plastic pieces. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Germany: Jütro Tiefkühlkost GmbH & Co. KG recalls BIO GRENO Himbeeren / BIO GRENO raspberries (300g; Best before 11.04.2019) due to possible norovirus contamination.

Germany: Kaufland Dienstleistung GmbH & Co. KG recalls K-Classic Delikatess Rotkohl / K-Classic Delicatessen Red Cabbage (680g; Batch #ML3 L6287; Best before 31.12.2020) because some of the jars may contain pieces of wire.

Germany: Mina Spices recalls Mina Spices Pepper Milled (500g; Batch 754; Best before 31.12.2020; Product of Spain) and Mina Spices Pepper Black (80g; Batch 754; Best before 31.12.2020; Product of Spain), due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Germany: Toms Gruppen A/S recalls two varieties of Anthon Berg Marsipan bread, because orange plastic pieces have been found in the product. Please refer to the recall notice for complete details.

Germany: Vossko GmbH & Co. KG recalls GUT&GÜNSTIG brand Knusper Dinos (400g; Expiry date 04.10.2018) due to possible contamination with plastic pieces.

Ireland: ACFL Ltd. trading as The Cheese Hub recalls all cheese wedges, cheese wheels, grated cheese and pre-packs of cheese bearing the approval number IE 1987 EC (All batches and best before dates; May be labelled under The Little Milk Company brand), due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Ireland: Aldi Stores Ltd. recalls The Deli brand Red Pesto (140g; Use by dates up to and including dates in November 2017) due to product spoilage.

Ireland: Creative Nature recalls Creative Nature brand Apricot Kernels (Batch #58997, Best before 30/12/2018) due to high levels of hydrocyanic acid (cyanide).

Ireland: Lidl Ireland recalls Sol & Mar Squid in Sunflower Oil with Paprika and Sol & Mar Squid in Sunflower Oil with Garlic (3 x 80g; Best before 31 December 2023; Product of Spain) because they may contain struvites (salt crystals).

Ireland: Sheridan Cheesemongers Ltd. recalls Brie de Meaux Cheese (Use-by 19.11.17 and 26.11.17; Product of France), due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Sweden: Coop recalls Coop brand Frozen Broccoli Balls with cheese and basil (Best before July 12, 2018) due to possible contamination with pieces of glass.

Sweden: Hedman’s Delikatesser recalls sausages due to Listeria contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for product details.

Sweden: Kronfågel recalls four Chicken spreads due to Listeria contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a details on the recalled products.

UK: Lidl recalls Sol & Mar Squid in Sunflower Oil with Paprika and Sol & Mar Squid in Sunflower Oil with Garlic (3 x 80g; Best before 31 December 2023) because they may contain struvites (salt crystals).

Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Hong Kong: The Centre for Food Safety alerts the public not to consume three varieties of Organic Irish Cheddar Cheese manufactured in Ireland by The Little Milk Co., due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the official notice for complete details of affected products.

Israel: Al-Othmani Salads recalls Corn in Mayonnaise (250g and 400g; Dated 07/11/11) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Israel: Ariel Bakery recalls Mozart Mousse Cake (600g; Production code 7276; Best before 01.02.18) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Israel: Hamawi Bros. Ltd. recalls Corn Kernel (1kg/5.2kg) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Australia and New Zealand

New Zealand: Bee Corner Ltd recalls Beecorner brand Lemon Honey (500g plastic jar; Best before 13/09/2020; Batch #1190) due to possible contamination with sharp metal foreign matter.

New Zealand: Westervelt Owhaoko Honey Ltd recalls Taku Honey brand Honey with Lemon (500g plastic jar; Best before 13/09/2020; Batch #WHA1190) due to possible contamination with sharp metal foreign matter.

Recalls and Alerts: October 23 – 25, 2017

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United States

Allergy Alert: Earthbound Farm LLC (San Juan Bautista, CA) recalls Earthbound Farm Organic Chopped Asian Style Salad Kit (Expiry date October 24, 2017; UPC 32601 95134) due to undeclared milk and egg. The recalled product was distributed through retail stores in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Allergy Alert: Giant Eagle recalls Giant Eagle brand Breaded Shrimp (prepared and sold from the Prepared Foods grab and go sections inside Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets through October 19, 2017) due to undeclared egg.

Allergy Alert: Tres Latin Foods recalls certain pupusas due to undeclared milk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Public Health Alert: FSIS issues a public health alert due to concerns that certain poultry products produced by Mary’s Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc. (Portland, OR) establishment, may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. A recall was not requested, as all of the products are past their ‘Best by’ dates, and it is believed that none of the affected products remain in commerce. Please refer to the FSIS notice for additional details of affected products, which were shipped to retail locations in Oregon and Washington.

Food Safety Recall: H-E-B recalls certain H-E-B single-serving soups made with vegetable products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were sold in H-E-B stores.

Food Safety Recall: Triple B Corporation (Seattle, WA) recalls several salad kits and stir fry mixes due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed in the states of Oregon and Washington through retail store delis, hospitals, schools and hotels.

Food Safety Recall: Triple B Corporation (Anchorage, Alaska) recalls broccoli florette’s, stir fry kit, veggie trays w/ cauliflower, and a veggie pack combo, due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed in state of Alaska through retail store delis.

Food Safety Recall (Update): Albertsons, Safeway, Vons and Pak N’ Save stores in eight states revise their earlier recall of products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the updated recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall: Randalls, Tom Thumb and Albertsons stores in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas recall Ready.Chef.Go!Cod Filet seafood meal bag (Sell by dates up to and including 10-22-17; UPC beginning with 231201) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Cooperstown Cheese Company recalls Toma Celena Cheese (Batch #51017 & 52417), Roasted Garlic Cheddar Cheese (Batch #52417 & 60717) and Roasted Garlic Peppercorn Cheese (Batch #52417), due to a presumptive positive test result for Listeria.

Food Safety Recall (Update): Relish Foods, Inc. (Culver City, CA) expands its earlier recall of frozen tuna loins to include: 3 to 5 lb. tuna loins, 6 oz. tuna steaks, and 4 oz. tuna steaks, due to Salmonella contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for additional details on product codes and distribution of the recalled products.

Food Safety Recall: Paragon Wholesale Foods Corp. (Warrendale, PA) recalls Broccoli Florets (1.7 oz; Best by date of 10/16/17 or 10/23/2017) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was distributed to multiple schools in the Greater Pittsburgh and Butler, PA areas between 10/9/2017 and 10/16/2017.

Food Safety Recall: Pacific Coast Fruit Company (Portland, OR) recalls multiple types of bagged processed salads due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed to selected grocery, restaurant and deli chains in Oregon and Washington.

Food Safety Recall: King Soopers and City Market recall various deli broccoli salads and coleslaw products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a detailed list of affected products, which were sold from the service case in the deli department at King Soopers and City Market in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming.

Food Safety Recall: Trader Joe’s recalls Trader Joe’s Kohlrabi Salad Blend (Best before OCT 14 2017, OCT 15 2017 and OCT 16 2017) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was sold in Trader Joe’s stores nationwide.

Canada

Allergy Alert: Boulangerie L’Épi doré (Montreal, QC) recalls various baked goods and sandwiches due to undeclared sesame seeds, almonds, nuts, wheat, soy, egg, pecans and milk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Allergy Alert: Metro Richelieu inc. recalls various salads due to undeclared sesame seeds, mustard seeds, wheat, milk, gluten, soy, egg, peanuts, shellfish and sulfits. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (Update): Industry recalls various brands of vegetable products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed to retailers nationwide.

Food Safety Recall: Community Living Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln recall various Well Preserved brand jams and jellies due to broken seals. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products, which were distributed to retailers in Ontario.

Europe

Allergy Alert (Denmark): Danton Trading A / S recalls four bread varieties due to undeclared nuts. Please refer to the recall notice for complete product details.

Allergy Alert (Denmark): Jensens Foods A / S recalls Mørbradgryde (400g; Best before 09.11.2017) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (Ireland): Manufacturer recalls Snacking Essentials Fruit and Nut (150g; Best before End March 2018; Batch #17157L2) due to undeclared Brazil nuts. The recalled product was sold in Mr Price Branded Bargains stores.

Allergy Alert (Sweden): SIA Glass AB recalls Kladdkaka due to undeclared egg.

Food Safety Recall (France): Blédina recalls Blédina brand ‘pour Bébé’ apple/mango (4 x 130g jars; Lot 2019.02.19; Best before 19/02/2019) due to a processing problem that may have rendered the products unsafe for consumption.

Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Allergy Alert (Israel): Hecht Products Ltd. informs its customers that Pnina Rosenblum Gluten-free Salty Sticks and Pnina Rosenblum Gluten-free Oriental Cookies may contain undeclared sesame seeds.