Shain's of Maine Ice Cream Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Kahlua Brownie and Double Fudge Brownie

Contact: Jeffrey Shain
207-324-1449

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 17, 2007 -- Shain's of Maine Ice Cream of Sanford, Maine is recalling all quarts of Kahlua Brownie Ice cream, all 3 gallon bulk tubs of Kahlua Brownie Ice cream and all 3 gallon bulk tubs of Double Fudge Brownie Ice cream, because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy of severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Kahlua Brownie ice cream and Double Fudge Brownie ice cream was distributed in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. It has reached consumers through retail stores, direct delivery and distributors.

Kahlua Brownie ice cream quarts can be identified by the red, black and white labeled cardboard round quart container. This recall affects all lot codes. Kahlua brownie ice cream and double fudge brownie ice cream 3 gallon tubs can be identified by its 3 gallon round bulk cardboard container with the flavor stamped on the top of the container. This recall affects all lots codes.

No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the brownies in Kahlua Brownie and Double Fudge Brownie were made with a mix that contains egg, that was not declared on the finished product label.

Consumers who have purchased Shain's of Maine Kahlua Brownie or Double Fudge Brownie Ice Cream that are concerned of any egg allergens may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact Shain's of Maine Ice Cream at 1-800-324-0650.

The Dutch Kettle Issues an Allergy Alert on Undeclared Fish Protein (Anchovy) in Hickory Barbecue Sauce Packed Under Various Private Labels

Contact:
Phillip Haines
(574) 546-4033

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 30, 2007 -- The Dutch Kettle, Bremen, IN 46506 is recalling 94 cases of 12/19 oz. glass (pint size) jars of HICKORY BBQ Sauce (barbecue sauce) packed under 35 private labels because it contains undeclared fish protein (anchovy) that was present in an ingredient used to make the sauce. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish protein (fin fish) run the risk of serious of life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The 94 cases of Hickory Barbecue sauce was distributed to 35 farm market type customers under each of their private labels in 13 states mostly in the eastern half of the United States. Most of the accounts were in Michigan, Indiana, New York and Illinois but there are also accounts in Arkansas, Georgia, Iowa, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Utah. Product was shipped direct to the retailers from the manufacturer.

The product is packed in 19 oz. (pint) jars with metal lids and an attached body label. Each customer has an individual private label that begins with the store name (such as "Amish Country Store") followed by "Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce" can be identified initially by name Hickory BBQ Sauce and the name of the retailer (mainly farm markets) on the label.

Two lots of 50/12, 19 oz. jars were manufactured between 6/01/07 and 9/05/07. The first batch was coded "**70****W" and the second "SM70905W". The code is in a dot matrix format on the side (threaded portion) of the metal lid of the jar.

The different private labels were distributed in the various states as follows:
Michigan:
Andy T’s Farms Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Bailey’s Fresh off the Farm Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Coleman’s Farm Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Fruit Acres Farm Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Galen’s Own Brand Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Heritage Gardens Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Jenny’ Farm Stand Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Little Store on the Prairie Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Palmbos Farm Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Yoder’s Country Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Indiana:
Dutch Country Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Grandma’s Goodies Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Grandma’s Pantry Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Grant Line Nursery & Garden Center Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Parcell’s Pantry Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Sandy’s Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
The Madison Fudge Factory Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Yoder’s Meat & Cheese Co. Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
New York:
Chef World Seasonings Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
J.P. Littles Seasonings Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Heller’s Farm Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Indian Pines Farm Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Illinois:
Hartrich Meats, Inc. Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Hickory BBQ Sauce Dist. By Yeager’s
Mystic Ridge Alpacas Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Tennessee:
Smokey Mountain Mercantile Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Apple Shack Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Arkansas:
Van’s Fruit Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Georgia:
Red Apple Barn Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Iowa:
Harvest Barn Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Missouri:
Amish Country Store Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
New Jersey:
Anderson Farms Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Ohio:
S & R Farm Market Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Pennsylvania:
Moon Shadows Farm Homestyle Hickory BBQ Sauce
Utah:
Windmill Farms Grain and Garden Hickory BBQ Sauce

There have been no illnesses/injuries or complaints reported to date on this product.
An ingredient change to the Hickory BBQ sauce in June of 2007 resulted in the addition of the fish protein allergen (anchovy) but the ingredient statements on the various private labels were not changed to reflect the addition of this ingredient. The problem was discovered during a label review during a recent FDA inspection.

The Dutch Kettle will contact customers shipped recalled product via FAX followed up by telephone contact. Customers with recalled product should contact the Dutch Kettle at 574-546-4033 or FAX (574) 546-3550 to request return of product or replacement labeling. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.

Kroger Light Caesar Salad Dressing Is Being Recalled
Some bottles are mislabeled and do not list milk, eggs and anchovies as ingredients

Contact:
Meghan Glynn|
(513) 762-1304

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Cincinnati, OH -- November 8, 2007 -- The Kroger Co. today announced a recall of Kroger brand 16 oz. Light Caesar Salad Dressing with a Sell By date of May 09 08, a code of SA7221 and a UPC number: 0 11110-71765 8 on the back label.

The salad dressing is being recalled because the back label of the bottle was mislabeled with a Light Asian Salad Dressing label. A small number of cases were released that contain the back label for light Asian Dressing which does not list milk, egg, and anchovies in the ingredient statement or allergen contains statement. People who have an allergy to milk, eggs, and/or anchovies run the risk of serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product.

No illnesses have been reported. For most consumers, there is no safety issue with the salad dressing.
The salad dressing may have been distributed to Kroger, Dillons, Food 4 Less (Chicago area only), Jay C, Smith's, Fry's, King Soopers, and City Market grocery stores. No other Kroger-brand salad dressings are affected by this recall.

The mislabeling issue was identified at three Fry's stores in the Phoenix area. The Company is investigating the mislabeling and will enhance labeling procedures to prevent future occurrences.

Customers are encouraged to return the product to the store they purchased it from for a full refund.
Consumers with questions or concerns may call The Kroger Co. at 1-800-632-6900

Napastyle Recalls Romano Pitchers and Tumblers Because of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Dana Smith
510-524-2066

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- November 9, 2007 -- NapaStyle of Napa, California is recalling their Romano Pitchers and Tumblers, because they may contain high levels of leachable lead. No illnesses have been reported to date. The recall was a result of an FDA test that showed that the items may contain lead introduced by the manufacturing process by our supplier.

Consumption of leachable lead from the ceramicware can cause severe health problems; especially in infants, young children and pregnant women. High lead exposures can cause a baby to have low birth weight or be born prematurely, or can result in miscarriage or stillbirth. Lead can cause damage to the central nervous system, resulting in learning disabilities and behavioral disorders that could last a lifetime. Children with lead poisoning may not look or act sick.

The Romano Pitchers and Tumblers were distributed through our retail stores in California and nationwide through our mail order catalog.

These pieces are roughly glazed, with streaks of dark brown clay showing through the variegated green finish.
Product Specs:

Pitcher, 44 oz., 7 1/2" h.
Four Tumblers, 145 oz., 4 1/4" h
SKU #’s: 4410, 4411, 4710
The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the FDA, which revealed that the finished products contained leachable lead that exceeded FDA guidelines. NapaStyle has ceased the production and distribution of the product and will not be reordering this product in the future.

We kindly ask that you return all such products to us, at our expense, for a full refund. Please return all items to: NapaStyle Distribution Center, 360 Industrial Court, Suite A, Benicia, CA 94510. Once the merchandise is received into our office you will immediately be given a full refund or credit. We do ask that you take care of this return within 30 days.

Customers with questions should contact NapaStyle Customer Service at 1-866-776-1600.

Blue Planet Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds, Milk and Coconut in Heartland® Brand Graham Pie Crusts

Contact:
Mike Gloekler
(423) 238-7111, Ext. 22440

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Collegedale, TN -- November 19, 2007 --- Blue Planet Foods Inc., of Collegedale, Tenn., is recalling 3,898 individual retail units of Heartland® brand Graham Pie Crusts because they contain undeclared almonds, milk and coconut. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds, milk or coconut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The Heartland ® brand Graham Pie Crusts were distributed through retail stores nationwide.

The Heartland ® brand Graham Pie Crust is a ready-to-eat pie crust, packaged in a foil pie tin with clear plastic cover and labeled “Heartland ® Graham Pie Crust.” The pie crust has a net weight of 6 oz. (170g). Affected pie crusts are limited to those with freshness dates reading: “Best By Oct 27 2008 1” or “Best By Oct 27 2008 3.”

No illnesses have been reported. For most consumers, there is no safety issue with the pie crusts.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing almonds, milk and coconut was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of almonds, milk and coconut. Subsequent investigation indicates that the problem was caused by a temporary application of an incorrect label.

Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to contact the company’s consumer affairs department toll-free at 1-877-885-6650 for a full refund.

Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese

Contact:
John Harrison
877-862-4332

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Philadelphia, TN-- November 21, 2007 --- Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. of Philadelphia, TN is recalling Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese 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 miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese, Lot Number 539 was distributed in 7, 10, 15 ounce, and 5 pound blocks and through retail stores in Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Maryland, and Alabama. The product was also distributed to 48 contiguous states in gift baskets marketed by the firm’s website.

This product was distributed between September 19, 2006 and November 18, 2007.

No illnesses have been reported.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished product contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the distribution of this lot as the company continues their investigation as to what caused the problem

Consumers who have purchased lot number 539 of this product are urged discard it or ship it back to the company for a full refund. Contact the company’s consumer affairs department at 1-877-862-4332 for further information.

Bodee LLC, Inc. Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Encore Tabs, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement

Contact:
Bodee LLC
(800) 935-0296

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Century City, CA – November 21, 2007- Bodee LLC, 2222 Avenue of the Stars, 702E, Century City, CA 90067, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of all the company's supplement product sold under the name Encore Tabs.

Bodee LLC is conducting this recall after being informed by representatives of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that lab analysis by FDA of Encore Tabs samples found the product contains potentially harmful, undeclared ingredients. FDA asserts that its chemical analysis revealed that one lot of Encore Tabs contains aminotadalafil, an analog of tadalafil, the active ingredient of a FDA-approved drug used for Erectile Dysfunction (ED). FDA maintains Aminotadalafil is close in structure to tadalafil and is expected to possess a similar pharmacological and adverse event profile. This undeclared chemical poses a threat to consumers because it may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.

Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. ED is a common problem in men with these conditions, and consumers may seek these types of products to enhance sexual performance.

Encore Tabs is sold in health food stores, via the internet and by mail order nationwide and in Canada. The Encore Tabs product is sold as a 2-capsule blister pack packaged in a retail booklet with five booklets in a box.

Customers who have this product in their possession should stop using it immediately and contact their physician if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking this product.

Any adverse events that may be related to the use of this product should be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088 or by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178 or by mail at MedWatch, HF-2, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787.

The company advises that any unused portion be returned to Bodee LLC for a full purchase price refund by calling (800) 935-0296 for instructions on the return and refund process.

The Company is taking this voluntary action because it is committed and is always concerned with the health of persons who have consumed this product. The Company is reviewing the procedures and policies of all firms involved with the manufacture of the product to ensure that there will be no future issues with regard to Encore Tabs’ composition. The Company is working closely with the FDA in the recall process and is committed to the quality and integrity of its products. It sincerely regrets any inconvenience to consumers and its other customers.

Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Tennessee Aged Southern Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) and Southern Mild Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) Lot #604

Contact:
John Harrison
877-862-4332

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- November 28, 2007 -- Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. of Philadelphia, TN is recalling its Tennessee Aged Southern Mild Cheddar Cheese (yellow) and Tennessee Aged Southern Sharp Cheddar Cheese (yellow) 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 miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

TENNESSEE AGED SOUTHERN SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE (yellow) AND TENNESSEE AGED SOUTHERN MILD CHEDDAR CHEESE (yellow), Lot Number 604 was distributed in 7, 10, and 15 ounce bars retail stores in Tennessee and Georgia.  These products were also distributed to 48 contiguous states in gift baskets marketed by the firm's website.

These products were distributed between October 18, 2007 and November 26, 2007.

No illnesses have been reported.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished product contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the distribution of this lot as the company continues their investigation as to what caused the problem

Consumers who have purchased lot number 604 of these products are urged discard it or ship it back to the company for a full refund.  Contact the company's consumer affairs department at 1-877-862-4332 for further information.

Stop & Shop Updates Cookie Tray Recall
2 Pound Cookie trays recalled due to undeclared ingredients

Contact:
Faith Weiner
(617) 770-6025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Quincy, MA -- Nov. 30, 2007--- On November 21, 2007 The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company announced a recall of Stop & Shop 2- pound cookie trays produced by Luigi’s Bakery and sold in Stop & Shop stores in Connecticut and New York.  The cookies were recalled because the label did not list as ingredients artificial colors including FD&C Yellow #5, which can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. Upon investigation by regulatory agencies, the cookies were found to contain milk and sulfur dioxide, both of which were not listed on the label and can cause an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.

The cookies were packaged on a plastic plate with cellophane over wrap and a Luigi’s Bakery Sticker affixed to them. They have a UPC code of   20549910000.

Customers who have purchased this product and have any remaining product may return it to Stop & Shop for a full refund, or call Stop & Shop Customer Service at (800) 767-7772 for more information. Customers can also visit the Stop & Shop website at www.stopandshop.com.

Soma Beverage Recalls Metromint Flavor Water

Contact:
Soma Beverage
415-979-0781 Ext. 101

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 4, 2007 -- Soma Beverage recalls Metromint flavor water in 16.9 fluid ounce bottles. All flavors of Metromint with Best Before 2008/12/21 and produced at its California facility are affected by this recall, this includes peppermint, spearmint, orangemint, and lemonmint.

Soma Beverage of San Francisco, California is recalling all bottles of Metromint flavors Peppermint, Spearmint, Orangemint, and Lemonmint with Best Before 2008/12/21 and produced at its California facility because they may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus.

The products were distributed nationwide to grocery stores and sold on the Internet.

The products were packaged in plastic 16.9 ounce bottles. The Metromint recalled products were produced at the California Soma facility. The recalled products can be identified by the "Best Before" date found on the shoulder of the bottle. All Metromint recalled products (Peppermint, Spearmint, Orangemint, and Lemonmint) with "Best Before" dates before 2008/12/21, produced at the Californian facility, are affected by this recall. Products produced in the California facility have the lettering "KSA" in a rectangle located on the lower right-hand corner of the back panel on the label.

There have been no reported illnesses in California.

The symptoms of B. cereus diarrheal type food poisoning usually include onset of watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and pain 6-15 hours after consumption of contaminated food. Nausea may accompany diarrhea, but vomiting rarely occurs. Symptoms persist for 24 hours in most instances. The vomiting type of food poisoning associated with B. cereus is characterized by nausea and vomiting within 30 minutes to 6 hours after consumption of contaminated foods. Duration of symptoms is generally less than 24 hours. Infants, children and pregnant women are susceptible to dehydration resulting from diarrhea.

Consumers in possession of the recalled product should discard it or return it to the point of purchase. Individuals who think they may have become ill from eating these products should contact their health care provider for evaluation.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-415-979-0781 Ext. 101.

California Department of Public Health Warns Consumers Not to Drink Metromint Flavored Water

Contact:
Suanne Buggy or Lea Brooks
(916) 440-7259

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 5, 2007 -- Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today warned consumers not to drink Metromint brand flavored water because it may be contaminated with a bacterium called Bacillus cereus, a microorganism that may cause vomiting or diarrhea. Soma Beverage Co., LLC., of San Francisco is voluntarily recalling all bottles of Metromint brand flavored water (Peppermint, Spearmint, Orangemint and Lemonmint) with a "Best Before" date prior to 2008/12/21 (Dec. 21, 2008) and produced at its California facility because they may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus. The "Best Before" date is on the shoulder of the bottle.

The product was distributed nationwide to grocery stores, including those in California, and sold on the Internet.

There have been no confirmed illnesses in California associated with this product to date. There is an illness complaint in Illinois that is possibly linked to consumption of this product.

The products were packaged in clear plastic 16.9-ounce bottles with a black M on the front and the lettering "KSA" in a rectangle located on back of the bottle in the lower right-hand corner.

The products were sold at the following locations in Northern California: Albertson's, Andronico's, Berkeley Bowl, BevMo!, Brown and Cole, Central Markets, Cost Plus World Market, Draeger's, Elephant Pharmacy, Fiesta Markets, Fred Meyer, Food Emporium, Haggen, Harmon's (UT), Lunardi's, Marlene's, Super Supplements, Mollie Stone's, New Seasons, PCC, Pharmaca, PW Markets, QFD, Rosauers, Safeway, Thriftway, Top Foods, Town and Country, Uwajimaya, Whole Foods Market, Wild Oaks Market, Yokes and Zupans.

In Southern California, the products are sold at AJ's Fine Foods, Albertson's, Baron's Markets, BevMo!, Bristol Farms, Clark's Nutrition, Cost Plus World Market, Erewhon Market, Fry's, Gelson's, Henry's, Jensen's, Jimbo's Naturally, Lazy Acres, Mother's Market, New Frontiers, One World Fine Foods, Organic To Go, Pacific Coast Greens, Pavillions, Pharmaca, Ralph's, Sprouts, Sunflower, Vitality Juice and Java Bar, Vons, Wally's Win and Spirits, Wild Oats Market and Whole Foods Market. Illness caused by Bacillus cereus may be either a vomiting or a diarrheal type. The vomiting type is characterized by nausea and vomiting within 30 minutes to six hours after consumption of contaminated foods. Duration of symptoms is generally less than 24 hours. The diarrheal type usually includes onset of abdominal cramps and watery diarrhea six to 15 hours after consumption of contaminated food. Symptoms may last for 24 to 48 hours.

Consumers in possession of the recalled product should discard it or return it to the point of purchase. Individuals who have become ill from drinking the product should contact their health care provider for evaluation.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at (415) 979-0781, Ext. 101.

Trader Joe's Company Voluntarily Recalls 12 oz. Pinjur

Contact:
Alison Mochizuki
626-599-3779

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 7, 2007 -- Trader Joe's Company of Monrovia, California is voluntarily recalling 1,000 cases of 12 oz jars of Trader Joe's Pinjur (a traditional Macedonian condiment made with roasted peppers, eggplant, and tomatoes), UPC 00529068, Best By 10/2009. The Best By date can be found printed on the top of the lid. The product is being recalled because customers reported finding small pieces of glass in the product.

Trader Joe's Pinjur was potentially sold from Trader Joe's retail stores in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin.

Upon discovery of the problem, the product was removed from sale in all Trader Joe's stores and put on hold in all Trader Joe's distribution centers.

The product should not be consumed. Customers should discard it, or return it to any Trader Joe's store for a full refund. Customers with questions may call Trader Joe's Customer Relations at 626-599-3817, or write Trader Joe's through their website at traderjoes.com.

Back to Nature Foods Company Recalls Ginger Rice Thins Crackers

Contact:
Brenda Smith
973-503-2422

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 10, 2007 -- The Back To Nature Foods Company is issuing a product recall notice for: Back to Nature Sesame Ginger Rice Thins Crackers with a “Best When Used By” date 22FEB2008
No other varieties of Back to Nature Rice Thins or any other Back to Nature products are impacted by this recall.

Case/Package Information
Product: Back to Nature Sesame Ginger Rice Thins Crackers
Product Code Date: “Best When Used By” date of 22FEB2008
Package UPC: 59283 10013
Case UPC: 07 59283 10013 00
Case count: Approximately 1150 cases; distributed nationwide in the U.S.

The Back to Nature Sesame Ginger Rice Thins Crackers with a “Best When Used By” date of 22FEB2008 are being recalled because a small number of boxes may contain a milk ingredient, and no milk ingredients are declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

This product will expire on 22FEB2008. The company has voluntarily issued a nationwide recall to alert any milk-allergic consumers who may have the product at home.

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) has also been notified of the recall and communication will be sent to milk-allergic FAAN members.

Please hold this product at the warehouse and remove it from retail store shelves. Your sales representative will be contacting the appropriate people within your organization to complete the recall as soon as possible and make arrangements for production disposition.

If you have shipped this product to other locations either within your own system or externally, or used it in in-house deli or other preparations please send this recall notice to them.

Back to Nature has no higher priority than the safety of our consumers. The food safety policies, programs and systems we have in place are there to help ensure the safety of our products and ultimately, our consumers. From product development through ingredient sourcing, production, distribution and consumer use, food safety is top of mind. While we have confidence in our quality systems across the Back to Nature line of products, we are actively reviewing our food safety practices and will implement additional procedures as necessary.

We are sorry for the inconvenience and we appreciate your assistance in helping us complete the warehouse and store level recall. If you have additional questions, please contact your Back to Nature representative. If you get questions from others, please contact:

Media:
Back to Nature Media Contact
847-646-4538

Government agencies
Sherry Marcouiller
847-646-4206

Consumers
Consumer Relations
800-433-9361

Distribution
Richard Wieczorek
973-503-3765

Customer Quality Assurance
Brenda Smith
973-503-2422

San Antonio Company Recalling Mexican Candy

Contact:
Texas Dept. of State Health Services
(512) 458-7111 or 1-888-963-7111

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 4, 2007 -- San Antonio company is voluntarily recalling jars of candy imported from Mexico after testing by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) found elevated lead levels that could cause health problems.

Villa-Mex Imports, Inc., is recalling Barrilito, a dark brown thick syrup sold in 3.3 ounce (100 gram) glass barrel-shaped jars with white plastic lids. The yellow label shows the name “Barrilito” in red outline letters. The label also reads: Productos Avila, S.A. de C.V. Puerto Malaque 1379 Col. Sta. Maria Guadalajara, Jal. Mexico.

DSHS officials said the problem is with the product, not with the distributor, Villa-Mex Imports.

Recent laboratory tests show lead levels above the 0.1 parts per million lead level considered to be a potential public health hazard by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Candy samples ranged from 0.101 to 0.132 parts per million of lead. The tests were part of DSHS product surveillance conducted over the last several months.

Eating products containing lead can be especially harmful to infants, young children and pregnant women. Too much lead intake can result in delayed mental and physical development and learning deficiencies. Children who have high blood lead levels may be tired or cranky, not have much appetite, not be able to pay attention, have headaches, vomit, be constipated, be clumsy or weak or not be able to sleep. Some children who have lead poisoning may not look or act sick.

DSHS officials say consumers who have the recalled product should not eat it and should return it or throw it away. The only way to know if a child has a high blood lead level is to have a blood lead test. People concerned about blood lead levels should call their doctor or health clinic about testing.

Wegmans Announces Voluntary Recall of 8 oz. Wegmans Bouillabaisse Seafood Sauce

Contact:
Jeanne Colleluori
585-464-4760

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 12, 2007 -- Rochester, NY - Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of 8 oz. Wegmans Bouillabaisse Seafood Sauce with a ‘Use By’ date up to and including 12/24/07. The product is being recalled because it contains wheat, which is not declared on the label. The problem was identified by a routine label review. The recall of this product is of concern only to those individuals who have allergies to wheat or gluten sensitivity. Consumption may cause a serious reaction in persons with allergies to wheat.

The sauce is packaged in a clear, flexible pouch. All dates are affected by the recall. The product is no longer on store shelves.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Concerned customers should return the product to Wegmans for a full refund. Customers who have consumed the product and feel they are experiencing symptoms should contact their physician.

Wegmans Bouillabaisse Seafood Sauce is sold exclusively at Wegmans Food Markets’ 71 stores located in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia and Maryland. Wegmans’ customers who have questions or concerns about this recall should contact the consumer affairs department Monday through Friday 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. at 1-800-WEGMANS, extension 4760.