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Recall Issued For Salad Kits Sold At These Supermarkets In Massachusetts Recall Issued For Salad Kits Sold At These Supermarkets In Massachusetts
Recall Issued For Salad Kits Sold At These Supermarkets In Massachusetts A recall has been issued for a brand of salad kits sold at supermarkets in the region. The Southwest Salad Kits are being due to the potential presence of undeclared fish and wheat allergens, which could pose a serious risk to those with allergies or severe sensitivities, according to a notice from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The voluntary recall, announced by Little Leaf Farms, applies to a specific lot code of its Southwest Salad Kits produced during a single run on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The issue affects fewer than 20 individual salad kits that were incorrectly assembled dur…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including MA Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including MA
Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including MA Consumers in multiple states are being urged to check their snack cabinets after a major recall affecting a popular brand of biscuits, wafers, and snack rolls. ZB Importing LLC is voluntarily recalling certain lots of six varieties of Ulker Brand snack products due to undeclared wheat, egg, and/or milk in the ingredient list and/or "Contains" statement on product labels.  People with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients could experience serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the affected items. Affected Distribution Areas Products were distributed thr…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Amputated Fingertips, Severe Injuries From Coolers Spark Massive Recall: CPSC Amputated Fingertips, Severe Injuries From Coolers Spark Massive Recall: CPSC
Amputated Fingertips, Severe Injuries From Coolers Spark Massive Recall: Cpsc Igloo is recalling more than one million rolling coolers after reports of severe fingertip injuries, including amputations. Igloo Products Corp. issued the recall for about 1,060,000 of its 90-quart Flip & Tow rolling coolers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Feb. 13. A dangerous defect in the tow handle can pinch users' fingertips, posing risks of crushing injuries. The CPSC said Igloo has received 12 reports of injuries, including fingertip amputations, bone fractures, and lacerations. The recall also includes about 47,000 coolers sold …

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by Chris Spiker
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Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold Under These Brand Names Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold Under These Brand Names
Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold Under These Brand Names If canned tuna is a staple in your pantry, check your shelves immediately. A major nationwide recall has been issued for select Genova, Van Camp’s, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s canned tuna due to a potential contamination risk that could lead to botulism, a rare but potentially fatal form of food poisoning. The recall, announced by Tri-Union Seafoods, stems from a manufacturing defect in the pull-tab lids, which could cause product leakage and bacterial contamination over time.  While no illnesses have been reported, the recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution. Where Was …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Fire Risk Sparks Recall Of 217K+ Lawnmowers: See If Yours Is Affected Fire Risk Sparks Recall Of 217K+ Lawnmowers: See If Yours Is Affected
Fire Risk Sparks Recall Of 217K+ Lawnmowers: See If Yours Is Affected More than 200,000 lawnmowers are being recalled because some have overheated, leading to fires and causing injuries, officials said. Ryobi is recalling more than 217,000 cordless lawnmowers due to a fire hazard after nearly 100 reports of overheating incidents, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Thursday, Feb. 6. The mowers have been linked to five fires and two burn injuries. The recall affects RYOBI 40-Volt Brushless 21" Cordless Walk-Behind Mowers sold online, as well as nationwide at Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores. They were for…

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by Chris Spiker
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Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk
Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk Half a million electric ranges are being recalled after reports of the stoves accidentally turning on, causing fires and killing pets, officials said. LG is recalling about 500,000 stoves due to a fire hazard linked to front-mounted knobs, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Thursday, Feb. 6. The recall includes LG Slide-In and Freestanding electric ranges with knobs that can be accidentally turned on by humans or pets. The issue has led to at least 86 reports of unintentional activation, resulting in 28 fires, the CPSC said. At least five fires caused exte…

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by Chris Spiker
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Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Bread Crumbs Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Bread Crumbs
Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Bread Crumbs A popular brand of bread crumbs has been recalled. What You Need To Know La Fiesta Food Products, LLC is recalling 8-ounce packages of La Fiesta brand bread crumbs, sold nationwide between Thursday, April 10, 2024, and Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. The recall stems from the presence of undeclared sesame, a major allergen that can cause serious or life-threatening reactions in some individuals.  It was discovered during routine checks, revealing sesame in the product despite it not being listed on the label. Additionally, the allergen declaration was missing in Spanish. Affected Products…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat
Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat Two seasoning products have been recalled nationwide because of concerns they could cause life-threatening allergic reactions. TS Food Packaging is recalling its “Rural King” and “Wabash Valley Farms” Bacon Seasoning due to the presence of an undeclared soy ingredient.  "People who have allergies to products containing soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products," according to a company announcement released through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The recalled “Bacon Seasonings” were distributed nationwide via E-comm…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Recall Issued For Brand Of Raisins Sold In Massachusetts Recall Issued For Brand Of Raisins Sold In Massachusetts
Recall Issued For Brand Of Raisins Sold In Massachusetts A raisin product produced in New York has been recalled due to an undeclared ingredient that poses serious health risks for certain individuals. Apna Wholesale Inc., based on Long Island, in Hicksville, has issued a recall for its “Paras Premium Golden Raisins” due to undeclared sulfites. The product was sold in New York and Massachusetts at Apna Bazar Farmers Market locations. The affected raisins come in clear plastic packages with the following details: 7-ounce package: UPC 818051014811 14-ounce package: UPC 818051014828 Routine testing by New York State food inspectors revealed the ra…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Recall Issued For Popular Cookie Product: Here's What To Know Recall Issued For Popular Cookie Product: Here's What To Know
Recall Issued For Popular Cookie Product: Here's What To Know A popular cookie product has been recalled due to undeclared almonds, posing a serious risk for individuals with nut allergies. D. Coluccio & Sons is recalling its 300-gram packages of "Colussi Cantuccini Chocolate Drops" cookies. The affected cookies were sold nationwide in blue bags with UPC code 8002590006020. The recall applies to the following lot numbers: 3540152 (Best By Date: 15-01-2025) L354150 (Best By Date: 29-05-2025) The issue was flagged by the product’s Italian manufacturer, citing a temporary packaging error that omitted almonds from the ingredient label. No illnesses …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product
Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product A nationwide recall has been issued for a popular snack brand. Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. has issued a nationwide recall of its Shirakiku brand Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor due to undeclared milk. The FDA announced the recall on Monday, Jan. 20 after the company discovered the allergen was not listed on the packaging.  This oversight poses a serious health risk to individuals with milk allergies, potentially leading to life-threatening allergic reactions. The affected product is packaged in 2.46 oz flexible bags and bears the UPC code 07441078512, found on the back right…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Frozen Chicken Product Recalled Over Metal Contamination Frozen Chicken Product Recalled Over Metal Contamination
Frozen Chicken Product Recalled Over Metal Contamination A popular frozen chicken product being recalled due to reports of metal contamination.  Nearly 25,000 pounds of the taquitos may harm consumers, including causing injuries. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that Bestway Sandwiches Inc., a Valencia, California company, is recalling 20-ounce cartons of “Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos.”  These products were produced on July 3, 2024, and Sept. 25, 2024, and have “Best By” dates of 07/03/25 and 09/25/25 printed on the bottom panel.  They were shipped to select ALDI …

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by Joe Lombardi