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BCI Foods Inc. Recalls Meat and Poultry Soup Products Produced Without Benefit
of Import Inspection
Class I Recall090-2019
Health Risk: HighSep 5, 2019
Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2019 – BCI Foods, Inc., a Quebec, Canada firm and importer of record, is
recalling approximately 3,304 pounds of meat and poultry soup products that were not presented for
import re-inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
announced today.
The meat and poultry soup items were imported on July 17, 2019. The following products are subject to
recall: [View labels (PDF only)]
    • 19-oz. cans containing “chef’s cupboard CLASSIC HOMESTYLE CHICKEN & WILD RICE” with a
         “BB/MA 2021 MR 04” date and code “EST 142 602 19 064” on the bottom of the cans.
    • 19-oz. cans containing “chef’s cupboard CLASSIC HOMESTYLE ITALIAN-STYLE WEDDING with
         Meatballs & Chicken” with a “BB/MA 2021 MR 03” date and code “EST 142 603 19 063” on the
         bottom of the cans.
    • 18.8-oz. cans containing “chef’s cupboard CHUNKY BEEF with COUNTRY VEGETABLES” with a
         “BB/MA 2020 SE 25” date and code “EST 142 613 18 269” on the bottom of the cans.
    • 18.8-oz. cans containing “chef’s cupboard CHUNKY SIRLOIN BURGER with COUNTRY
         VEGETABLES” with a “BB/MA 2021 FE 18” date and code “EST 142 614 19 049” on the bottom of
         the cans.
The products subject to recall do not bear the USDA mark of inspection, but bear Canada’s
establishment number “142” within the Canadian mark of inspection. These items were shipped to Aldi
stores in New York and Pennsylvania.
The problem was discovered during routine FSIS monitoring activities of imported products.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.
Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should
be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the
recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers.
When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website
at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact John St. Germain,
Vice President of Sales, BCI Foods Inc., at (416) 882-3513.
* We believe that the products being recalled were not processed or offered through the national
office.
* We strongly encourage you to notify your agencies within one business day from
receipt of this notice.

* ALL cased and uncased inventories, both at the member level and agency level, need
to be checked. This product may have entered member and agency warehouses
through salvage, local donations, TEFAP, local purchases, retail pickups, food drives, or
other avenues.

* For additional local details, please contact the Health Department(s) for the area(s)
your food bank serves.

For full details on the recall, please
visit: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-
archive/archive/2019/recall-090-2019-release

                                     COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT

 Great One Trading Inc. Issues Expanding Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg In
                              Fishball Products
When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the
company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or
                                    the company.

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Great One Trading Inc. Issues Expanding Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg
In Fishball Products

Summary
Company Announcement Date:
       September 04, 2019
FDA Publish Date:
       September 04, 2019
Product Type:
       Food & Beverages
       Fish
Reason for Announcement:
       Recall Reason Description
       Undeclared Egg
Company Name:
       Great One Trading Inc.
Brand Name:
       Brand Name(s)
       QQ Fish
Product Description:
       Product Description
       Fish Ball Products

Company Announcement
Affected States: Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut

Great One Trading Inc issues food recall on undeclared egg in the following products.

               Product name             Size       UPC             Code
 Brand
QQ Fish Mushroom Fish Ball              200 g 8886325910123 Exp : 01/19/2020
QQ Fish Tofu Style Fried Fish Cake        200 g 8886325910116 Exp : 01/19/2020
QQ Fish Crab Flavoured Seafood Ball       200 g 8886323239004 Exp : 01/19/2020
QQ Fish CuttleFish Flavoured Seafood Ball 200 g 8886323239011 Exp : 01/19/2020
QQ Fish Shrimp Flavoured Seafood Ball 200 g 8886323239028 Exp : 01/19/2020

Great One Trading Inc. is recalling the above because it may contain undeclared egg. People
who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening
allergic reaction if they consume these products.
"No illnesses have been reported to date."

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product containing egg was not
revealed on the packaging. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a
mislabeling error by the manufacturer.

Consumers who have purchased the products are urged to return it to the place of
purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at:
Tel: 718- 788-6618 M-F 9am-6pm EST
Fax: 718- 788-6619 M-F 9am-6pm EST
Email: Greatoneusa@gmail.com

Link to Original Recall

Company Contact Information
Consumers:
      718- 788-6618
      Greatoneusa@gmail.com

* We believe that the products being recalled were not processed or offered through the
national office.

* We strongly encourage you to notify your agencies within one business day from
receipt of this notice.

* ALL cased and uncased inventories, both at the member level and agency level, need
to be checked. This product may have entered member and agency warehouses
through salvage, local donations, TEFAP, local purchases, retail pickups, food drives, or
other avenues.

* For additional local details, please contact the Health Department(s) for the area(s)
your food bank serves.
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For full details on the recall, please visit: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-
withdrawals-safety-alerts/great-one-trading-inc-issues-expanding-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-fishball-
products?utm_campaign=Great%20One%20Trading%20Inc.%20Issues%20Expanding%20Allergy%20Aler
t%20on%20Undeclared%20Egg%20In%20Fishball%20Products&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloq
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                                COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT

Hiland Dairy Announces Voluntary Recall of Hiland Dairy Half-Gallon and Pint
                              Lemonades
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company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or
the company.

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Hiland Dairy Announces Voluntary Recall of Hiland Dairy Half-Gallon and
Pint Lemonades

Summary
Company Announcement Date:
       August 30, 2019
FDA Publish Date:
       August 30, 2019
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
       Recall Reason Description
       Undeclared Milk
Company Name:
       Hiland Dairy
Brand Name:
       Brand Name(s)
       Hiland
Product Description:
       Product Description
       Lemonade

Company Announcement
Concerns the products may contain milk that could affect those individuals that have sensitivity
to dairy milk allergens

CHANDLER, Okla. — Hiland Dairy is announcing a voluntary recall of one-half gallon (64-
ounce) and pint (12-ounce) lemonade that is produced at the Chandler, Oklahoma facility,
over concerns the products may contain milk that could affect those individuals that have
sensitivity to dairy milk allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to dairy
milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these
products. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported at this time.

The affected products were sold and distributed at retailers in the following metropolitan
areas:

   •   Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
   •   Wichita, Kansas
   •   Kansas City, Kansas
   •   Kansas City Missouri

The product information is detailed below:

One-Half Gallon Hiland Dairy Lemonade
UPC: 72060-00519-6
Sell by Date: October 25, 2019
Plant Code: 4024

Pint Hiland Dairy Lemonade
UPC: 72060-00524-0
Sell by Date: October 20, 2019
Plant Code: 4024
Hiland Dairy initially learned of a potential issue and then confirmed after internal quality-
control testing at the Chandler, Oklahoma facility. There are 81 units of one-half gallon and
387 units of pint Hiland Lemonade that are unaccounted for and still in the markets. The
company promptly contacted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate the
voluntary product recall.

Other Hiland Dairy products are not part of this recall.

Customers who have purchased this product are encouraged to discard it or return it to
their local retailer to exchange the product for a like item. Consumers with questions may
contact Hiland Dairy seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST via email
athttps://www.hilanddairy.com/contact-usExternal Link Disclaimer or by calling 402 558-
0637 ext. 107.

Hiland Dairy is working in partnership with the FDA to fully investigate the matter and
comply with all necessary recall procedures. The company is also taking the necessary
steps to address this issue and apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this product
issue.

Members of the media may contact Hiland's Media Relations seven days a week from 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m. CST at 1-402-740-2254 or via email at kathyb@envoyinc.com
https://www.hilanddairy.com/company/media-centerExternal Link Disclaimer

Company Contact Information
Consumers:
       Hiland Dairy
       402-558-0637 ext. 107
       https://www.hilanddairy.com/contact-us
Media:
       Media Relations
       1-402-740-2254
       kathyb@envoyinc.com

* We believe that the products being recalled were not processed or offered through the
national office.

* We strongly encourage you to notify your agencies within one business day from
receipt of this notice.
* ALL cased and uncased inventories, both at the member level and agency level, need
to be checked. This product may have entered member and agency warehouses
through salvage, local donations, TEFAP, local purchases, retail pickups, food drives, or
other avenues.

* For additional local details, please contact the Health Department(s) for the area(s)
your food bank serves.
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For full details on the recall, please visit: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-
withdrawals-safety-alerts/hiland-dairy-announces-voluntary-recall-hiland-dairy-half-gallon-and-pint-
lemonades?utm_campaign=Hiland%20Dairy%20Announces%20Voluntary%20Recall%20of%20Hiland%2
0Dairy%20Half-Gallon%20and%20Pint%20Lemonades&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua

                                       News Release
           Heatherfield Foods Inc. Recalls Pork Sausage Products Due to Misbranding
Class II Recall 088-2019
Health Risk: Low Aug 30, 2019

Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2019 – Heatherfield Foods, Inc., an Ontario, Calif. establishment, is
recalling approximately 4,380 pounds of pork sausage products due to misbranding, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced
today. The product has a gluten free claim represented on the front of the label; however,
the product contains gluten in the form of wheat. Wheat, which is an allergen, is also listed
in the product’s list of ingredients.

The raw Longanisa sausage items were produced on various dates between March 8, 2019
and July 31, 2019. The following product is subject to recall: [View labels (PDF only)]

   •   1-lb. thermoform tray packages containing “HAWAIIAN SAUSAGE COMPANY Sweet Filipino
       Longanisa ˙NO PRESERVATIVES ˙GLUTEN FREE ˙NO MSG” with lot codes 09067, 09081, 09088,
       09113, 09130, 09148, 09156, 09163, 09170, 09179, 09193 and 09212 on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 4846” inside the USDA
mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in Hawaii.

The problem was discovered after FSIS received a consumer complaint.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these
products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare
provider.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These
products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms are
notifying their customers of the recall and that actions are being taken to make certain that
the product is no longer available to consumers.

Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact John
Brown, Vice President, Heatherfield Foods Inc., at (909) 460-4150.

Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative
available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-
free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in
English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday
through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online
Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day
at:http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.
* We believe that the products being recalled were not processed or offered through the
national office.

* We strongly encourage you to notify your agencies within one business day from
receipt of this notice.

* ALL cased and uncased inventories, both at the member level and agency level, need
to be checked. This product may have entered member and agency warehouses
through salvage, local donations, TEFAP, local purchases, retail pickups, food drives, or
other avenues.

* For additional local details, please contact the Health Department(s) for the area(s)
your food bank serves.
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For full details on the recall, please
visit: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-
archive/archive/2019/recall-088-2019-release
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If you have questions, please contact Wayne Melichar, Food Safety Manager,
at recallnotice@feedingamerica.org or 312.629.7263.

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                                        News Release
American Beef Packers, Inc. Recalls Raw Beef Products Deemed Unfit for Human Consumption
Class II Recall 089-2019
Health Risk: Low Aug 31, 2019

Congressional and Public Affairs
Maria Machuca
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31, 2019 – American Beef Packers, Inc., a Chino, Calif. establishment, is
recalling approximately 24,428 pounds of raw beef products that are deemed unfit for
human consumption, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection
Service (FSIS) announced today.

FSIS inspection personnel retained the carcass and collected a sample for further analysis.
Prior to test results being received, the carcass was erroneously released and further
processed into raw intact and non-intact beef products, which were distributed in
commerce.

The raw beef items were produced and packaged on Aug. 21, 2019. The following products
are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]

   •   Bulk pack combo bins containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS 85 BONELESS BEEF CHUCKS” with
       LOT NO.110 and BIN No. 85 and BIN No. 86.
   •   Bulk pack combo bins containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS 90 BONELESS BEEF” with LOT NO.
       110 and BIN No. 81, BIN No. 82 and BIN No. 83.
   •   Bulk pack combo bins containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS 85 BONELESS BEEF” with LOT NO.
       25-110 and BIN No. 84 and LOT NO 110 and BIN No. 88.
   •   Cases containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS RIBEYE 8/10 #1” with codes BT190821-1178,
       BT190821-1185, BT190821-1188, BT190821-1190, and BT190821-1194.
   •   66.2-lb. case containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS RIBEYE 10 UP #1” with code BT190821-1186.
   •   Bulk pack combo bin containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS 90 BONELESS BEEF SIRLOINS” with
       LOT NO. 24-110 and BIN No. 80.
   •   Cases containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS TERDERLOIN 4 UP” with codes BT190821-1160,
       BT190821-1161, BT190821-1162, BT190821-1163, BT190821-1167, BT190821-1168, BT190821-
       1169, and BT190821-1170.
   •   Cases containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS RIBEYE 10 UP” with codes BT190821-1187 and
       BT190821-1192.
   •   Cases containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS TENDERLOIN 3/4” with codes BT190821-1155,
       BT190821-1157, BT190821-1171, BT190821-1200, BT190821-1201, BT190821-1202, BT190821-
       1203, BT190821-1204, and BT190821-1205.
   •   50-lb. cases containing “AMERICAN BEEF PACKERS DESC: BEEF FOR FURTHER PROCESSING
       75/25” with lot code 08347412719.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 34741” inside the USDA
mark of inspection. These items were shipped to federal establishments in California and
Oregon.

The firm notified FSIS on Aug. 30, 2019 that a carcass that was pending laboratory results
had been erroneously released and further processed into raw intact and non-intact beef
products.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these
products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and consumers’ refrigerators or
freezers or both. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume
them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their
customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no
longer available to consumers.

Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Kari
Godbey Houchens, Regulatory Manager, American Beef Packers, Inc. at (909) 628-4888 ext.
123.

Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative
available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-
free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in
English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday
through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online
Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day
at:http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

* We believe that the products being recalled were not processed or offered through the
national office.

* We strongly encourage you to notify your agencies within one business day from
receipt of this notice.

* ALL cased and uncased inventories, both at the member level and agency level, need
to be checked. This product may have entered member and agency warehouses
through salvage, local donations, TEFAP, local purchases, retail pickups, food drives, or
other avenues.

* For additional local details, please contact the Health Department(s) for the area(s)
your food bank serves.
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For full details on the recall, please
visit: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-
archive/archive/2019/recall-089-2019-release
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