U.S. Food Recalls in 2013

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Hug Fruit Barrel Kiwi Strawberry, in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Hug Fruit Barrel Citrus in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Hug Fruit Barrel Fruit Punch in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Hug Fruit Barrel Grape in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Juicy Fruit Punch Drink in 10 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Juicy Orange Drink in 10 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Juicy Grape Drink in 10 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Juicy Blue Raspberry Drink in 10 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Citrus Punch, 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Orchard Chill, 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Alpine Freeze, 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Kiwi-Strawberry, 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Iced Tea 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Island Punch 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Concord Grape 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Guzzler Lemonade 20 fl. oz. PET plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corporation, Verona PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Hug, Fruit Barrel Orange in a plastic 16 oz bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona, PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing), and then possibly ingested, posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· PA

American Beverage Corp

Big Burst Orange Drink in a 16 oz PET bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona, PA.

Reason: There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.

2013-11-27Class II· CA

Pharmavite Corporation

Multi For Him (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 60 Count Bottle. 24 units per master case. Product labeling reads in part:"NatureMade***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 60 SOFTGELS***Distributed by: Nature Made Nutritional Products Mission Hills, CA 91346-9606, U.S.A 1-800-276-2878 www.NatureMade.com***"

Reason: Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me

2013-11-27Class II· CA

Pharmavite Corporation

Multi for Her 50+ (Full Strength Mini and Multi softgels) 24 units per master case. Product labeling reads in part:"NatureMade***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 60 SOFTGELS***Distributed by: Nature Made Nutritional Products Mission Hills, CA 91346-9606, U.S.A 1-800-276-2878 www.NatureMade.com***"

Reason: Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me

2013-11-27Class II· CA

Pharmavite Corporation

Multi for Her (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 60 Count Bottle. 24 units per master case. Product labeling reads in part:"NatureMade***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 60 SOFTGELS***Distributed by: Nature Made Nutritional Products Mission Hills, CA 91346-9606, U.S.A 1-800-276-2878 www.NatureMade.com***"

Reason: Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me

2013-11-27Class II· CA

Pharmavite Corporation

Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 60 Count Bottle. 24 units per master case.+++Multi Complete (club size) (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 180 Count Bottle. 20 units per master case. Product labeling reads in part:"NatureMade***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 60 SOFTGELS***Distributed by: Nature Made Nutritional Products Mission Hills, CA 91346-9606, U.S.A 1-800-276-2878 www.NatureMade.com***"

Reason: Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me

2013-11-27Class I· CA

World Class Distribution, Inc.

Trader Joe's Southwest Salads, 9oz. Packaged in plastic clamshell with ranch dressing packaged in plastic sealed solo cup. Product labeling reads in part:"TRADER JOE'S ***SOUTHWEST SALAD with Black Beans, Corn, Cotija Cheese and a tangy Ranch Dressing***NET WT. 9 OZ (255g)***DIST. & SOLD EXCLUSIVELY BY: TRADER JOE'S MONROVIA, CA 91016***".

Reason: World Class Distribution of Fontana, California is voluntarily recalling one specific lot of Trader Joe's Southwest Salad (SKU 56077) with Use by Date 11/2/13 due to undeclared soy.

2013-11-27Class II· MI

Krispak Inc

Good Sense Spicy Sweet Mix, 25-oz (1lb 9oz) plastic container, UPC: 030243787178

Reason: Krispak, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Spicy Sweet Mix due to a potential mislabeling, resulting in undeclared allergens. Good Sense City Mix (contains: Peanut, Milk, Almond, Cashew, Soy) was labeled as Good Sense Spicy Sweet Mix (contains: Peanut, Milk, Wheat, Soy), resulting in the undeclared allergens of Almond and Cashew.

2013-11-27Class II· WI

Kerry Foods

Idahoan, Steakhouse Parmesan topping, Net Weight 35 lbs., Item Code ZID800Bulk.

Reason: Steakhouse Parmmesan Topping was produced on the same equipment line as another product that tested positive for Salmonella.

2013-11-27Class II· NV

ProThera, Inc.

Pro Thera Dual Detox Dietary Supplement; 60 capsules; Chlorella - 500 mg; Broccoli Sprout, dried extract - 60 mg; Enzyme Blend - supplying Beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Protease, Hemicellulase, Phytase and Xylanase Manufactured by ProThera, Reno, NV,

Reason: Firm was notified by supplier of the enzyme Xylanase that it was contaminated with chloramphenicol.

2013-11-27Class II· NV

ProThera, Inc.

Lifeforce Medical Institute Ultra Power; Optimal Vitamin/Mi neral. Trace Element/Anti-Oxidant Detox Support Dietary Supplement. 10 tablets/Packet and 30 packets/1000cc bottle. Distributed by: Mark Rosenbloom, MD LIFEFORCE Medical Institute 60 Revere Dr., Ste. 820 Northbrook, IL 60062 (847) 905-9505 www.lifeforcemed.com

Reason: Firm was notified by supplier of the enzyme Xylanase that it was contaminated with chloramphenicol.

2013-11-27Class II· VA

Bio-Cat Inc

Xylanase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as xylanase 1000, xylanase 150,000 XU, synerzyme-ae, brizyme, Cellulase Special Blend OMRI, xylanase amylase blend, Bio-Cat Ruminant Enzyme, Feed Blend ws alkacel 20x, BC-XR, enzyme blend #2237, CHX blend, EB-7 multi-enzyme blend EB110311-01, EB020812-01, xylanase 70,000, nut 14-500, ultra blend 102 xylanase 10,000, bb cd blend #3, soy blend, amiron blend, Formula #121412b, erc530b, pn digestive blend, digest basic, blend 0313, xylanase 20,000, EC-CHPX, Xylanase 50,000 XU, Xylanase 50m XU, Xylanase 25,000, Xylanase 190,000 XU, af-5x, silage blend, xylanase concentrate, Enzyme Blend 1, and Enzyme Blend 2, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # XYXP, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bio-cat.com***

Reason: Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.

2013-11-27Class II· VA

Bio-Cat Inc

Pectinase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as pectinase 500, pectinase 1000, Pectinase 350 Endo-pg/gm, PC Blend 14, Nut 14-500, pectinase 3500, gastro blend 0111, Digestive Blend 021894, enzyme complex 5763, pectinase 1750, pectinase 350, EC-CHPX, enzyme blend for cyto grn, pectinase 150m, and Cellulase 3, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # PECCI, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bio-cat.com***

Reason: Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.

2013-11-27Class II· VA

Bio-Cat Inc

Cellulase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as Cellulase BX and Celluase Conc, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # CELIND, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bio-cat.com***

Reason: Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.

2013-11-20Class I· CA

Primex Intl Trading Corp

US Pistachio Shelled, Halves, Raw, Net Weight: 30lbs.

Reason: Primex International Trading Corp. is recalling Pistachios Shelled, Halves, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

2013-11-20Class I· AL

Priester Pecan Company, Inc.

PRIESTER'S PECANS brand FANCY ROASTED NUTS, Stock No. 7, Net Wt 12 oz (454g)

Reason: Pistachios, which were supplied by ARO and subsequently recalled, have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

2013-11-20Class I· AL

Priester Pecan Company, Inc.

PRIESTER'S PECANS brand NUTTY FAVORITES ASST, Stock No. 79, Net Wt 1 lb 10 oz (737g)

Reason: Pistachios, which were supplied by ARO and subsequently recalled, have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

2013-11-20Class I· AL

Priester Pecan Company, Inc.

PRIESTER'S PECANS brand brand ROASTED SALTED PISTACHIOS, item #18010, Net Wt. 1 lb (454g), UPC 720056180104; item #15502, Net Wt. 8 oz (226.8g), UPC 001001155027; Stock No. 189, Net Wt. 2 lb (907g)

Reason: Pistachios, which were supplied by ARO and subsequently recalled, have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

2013-11-20Class I· IL

GoPicnic, Inc.

Gopicnic; Hummus & crackers; GoPicnic meal kit packaged in paperboard container. ready-to-eat meal; with professor zim zam's extraordinary sweets dark chocolate with sea salt. NET WT 4.1 OZ (116g); distributed by gopicnic brands, inc.; chicago, il 60613; www.gopicnic.com

Reason: The chocolates included in the meal kits may contain undeclared milk allergens.

2013-11-20Class I· IL

GoPicnic, Inc.

GoPicnic Black Bean Dip & Plantain Chips; ready-to-eat meal kit with professor zim zam's extraordinary sweets dark chocolate with orange packaged in paperboard container; NET WT 4.2 OZ (116.2g); distributed by gopicnic brands, inc.; chicago, il 60613; www.gopicnic.com;

Reason: The chocolates included in the meal kits may contain undeclared milk allergens.

2013-11-20Class II· CA

Torn Ranch Inc.

Fruit Truffles - Cherry, Coconut, Key Lime, Lemon, Mango, Pear, Pineapple and Tangelo flavors. (6 piece count/4.5 oz) Pear, Lemon, Key Lime, Coconut flavors contain FD&C Y5 and/or Y6; (9 piece count/7 oz) Pear, Cherry, Tangelo, Coconut, Lemon, Key Lime flavors contain FD&C Y5 and/or Y6 ; (12 piece count/9 oz) Mango, Pineapple, Tangelo, Cherry, Pear, Coconut, Key Lime, Lemon flavors contain FD&C Y5 and/or Y6; Firm also sells 2 piece count/1.5 oz products. However, this product only contains 2 strawberry flavors and do not contain FD&C Y5 and/or Y6. Sold to the hospitality industry. Product of the USA. Manufactured by Torn Ranch, Petaluma, CA 94954

Reason: FDA inspection at the firm found that Yellow # 5 and 6 used in decoration on top of fruit truffles was not declared in the ingredient statement.

2013-11-20Class II· IL

Quaker Foods and Snacks North America

White grits packaged in a paper bag labeled in part: Smooth & Creamy; Aunt Jemima; Quick GRITS; Cooks in about 5 minutes; ENRICHED WHITE HOMINY; NET WT 36.8 oz. (2 lb. 4.8 oz.) 1043g

Reason: Some Aunt Jemima brand Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Quick Grits Enriched with White Hominy, and Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix White have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit..

2013-11-20Class II· IL

Quaker Foods and Snacks North America

White grits packaged in a paper bag labeled in part: Smooth & Creamy; Aunt Jemima; Quick GRITS; Cooks in about 5 minutes; ENRICHED WHITE HOMINY; NET WT 36.8 oz. (2 lb. 4.8 oz.) 1043g

Reason: Aflatoxins. Some Aunt Jemima brand Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Quick Grits Enriched with White Hominy, and Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix White have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit..

2013-11-20Class II· PA

Cho & So, Inc. DBA Oh Bok Bakery

Sweet Bread known as Bam Bbang (Chestnut Bread) packed on styrofoam tray with plastic over wrap ASSI brand Korean Cake 20646D Net Wt.: 8 oz. Distributed by Rhee Bros., Inc. 7461 Coca Cola Dr Hanover, MD 21076 Expiration date 1/29/14 With Korean language labeling

Reason: "Wheat" flour was not declared on the label