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What’s in Your Kitchen?  A Week in Recalls: Ramen Recall, Poultry, Tahini, Parfaits, and Cheese

MakeFoodSafe.com would like to help you keep your family safe from unsafe foods.  Each week we bring together a list of the current recalls.  Some recalls are issued due to undeclared allergens, which could cause serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if someone sensitive to the product consumes it.  Other recalls are issued due to contamination with harmful material or other health risk.  Check back often and evaluate your fridge, pantry, and shopping list to make sure you can identify which foods to avoid, including the ramen recall.

Ottogi America, Inc. Recalls Ramen Due to Undeclared Allergen

Ottogi America, Inc. of Gardena, California issued a recall on November 23, 2018 for their 1lb 5.16 ounce 5pk of Jin Ramen Mild due to the undeclared allergen, egg.  Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs risk serious or life-threatening reaction.

The recall is specific to 2 “Best Before” dates of the particular size.  See table below for specific product information. Affected product was distributed to retail stores nationwide.

There have been no reports of illness in connection with this recall.

Chunwei, Inc. Recalls Poultry Products Due to Undeclared Allergen

Chunwei, Inc., of Huntington Park, California issued a recall on November 23, 2018 for approximately 65,023 pounds of poultry products due to undeclared allergens soy, wheat, dairy, egg, sesame, and monosodium glutamate (MSG).  Those with an allergy to any of these potential allergens risk serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if product is consumed.

The recall was initiated after routine Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) label verification.

Affected product was produced on various dates from November 16, 2018 through November 19, 2018 and was shipped to a distributor and then to retail locations nationwide.  Affected product bears establishment number EST. P-8110 or EST. 8110.  See table below for specific product information.

There have been no confirmed reports of illness associated with this recall.

Achdut LTD Recalls Tahini Products Due to Potential Health Risk

Achdut, LTD of Ariel, Israel issued a recall on November 27, 2018 for their Tahini product due to potential contamination with the health risk, Salmonella.

Salmonella may cause serious or even fatal illness. While most healthy individuals often

experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, the very young, the very old,

and those with a compromised immune system may suffer more serious illness. Complications

may occur if the infection moves from the gastrointestinal tract and into the bloodstream and

other parts of the body resulting in arterial infections, endocarditis, and reactive arthritis

The recall was initiated after a Salmonella outbreak was linked to Achdut Tahini products.

Affected Tahini products were sold under the brand names Achdut, Baron’s, S&F, Pepperwood, Soom, and Achva distributed internationally in retail stores and through mail orders.  See table below for specific product information.

Consumers are urged to return recalled products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Kwik Trip, Inc. Recalls Parfaits Due to Undeclared Allergen

Kwik Trip, Inc. of La Crosse, Wisconsin issued a recall on November 27, 2018 for their Kitchen Cravings Strawberry and Mixed Berry Parfaits due to the undeclared allergy, cashews and almonds.  Those with an allergy or severe allergy to cashews or almonds risk serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.

The recall was initiated after a chocolate covered cashew or almond was discovered in granola mix from an outside supplier.

Recalled products were sold at Kwik Trip convenience stores in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.  See table below for specific product information.

No adverse reaction has been reported in connection with this recall.  Consumers who have are allergic to cashews or almonds that purchased affected product on or before 11/27/2018 are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Sprout Creek Farm Recalls Kinkead Cheese Due to Health Risk

Sprout Creek Farm of Poughkeepsie, New York issued a recall on November 28, 2018 for 4 wheels of their “Kinkead” cheese made on May 10, 2018 due to potential contamination with the health risk, Listeria monocytogenes.

Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal illness in

the very young, the very old, and those with a compromised immune system. Pregnant women

are at risk for miscarriages and still birth. Normally healthy individuals often experience short-

term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and

diarrhea.

The recall was initiated after Listeria monocytogenes was discovered during routine testing.  After thorough review the firm determined that the bacteria may have been present in the environment, so no new cheese will be produced until corrective actions are completed.

Recalled product was distributed to the following locations, all of which have been notified and instructed to dispose of recalled product:

Adams Fairacre Farms 160 OldPost Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Rocking Horse Ranch 600 US-44, Highland, NY 12528
Mountain Brauhaus 3123 US-44, Gardiner, NY 12525
Online Order 2003 Avondale, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
The Amsterdam 6380 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572

No illness has been reported in connection with this recall.

This Week’s Affected Products

Manufacturer Label Size Date UPC/Lot
Ottogi America, Inc Jin Ramen Mild 5pk 1lb 5.16 ounce Best Before AUG.19.2019, AUG.20.2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Pickled Chicken Feet 14.1 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Chicken Feet 14.1 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Neck 14.1 oz Produced: 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Wings 14.1 Produced: 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Head 14.1 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Feet 10.58 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Gizzards 10.58 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Duck Tongue 5.3 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Pork Ears 16 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Brined Pig Feet 16 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Cooked Spicy Chicken Feet 16 oz Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Chunwei, Inc. Hunan Styled Duck 900g Produced 11/19/2018, Best By: 3/25/2019
Achdut, LTD All packages and sizes Expiration dates: April 7, 2018 to May 21, 2020 Lot numbers 18-097 to 18-141
Kwik Trip, Inc. Kitchen Cravings Strawberry Parfait 8.25 oz Sell By on or before 12/6/2018 UPC 3977918435
Kwik Trip, Inc. Kitchen Cravings Mixed Berry Parfait 8.25 oz Sell By on or before 12/6/2018 UPC 3977918436

By: Heather Van Tassell, Contributing Writer (Non-Lawyer)

Candess Zona-Mendola

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