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Last Updated: Dec 27th, 2006 - 19:07:47 |
Federico’s Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sodium Bisulfite
Contact:
John Lee
(626)357-3243 X13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Duarte, CA -- February 23, 2006 -- FEDERICO'S BAKERY of Duarte, California is recalling its "Apricot-filled Butter Cookies" because they contain Sodium-Bisulfite in the Apricot filling. People who have allergies to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled "Apricot-filled Butter Cookies" were distributed in California in retail stores. The product comes in a clear plastic package and is contained in the following item numbers:
Item No. / Description / Size
VS 118 / Italian Deluxe Assortment / 13.50 oz
VS 119 / Fancy Butter Cookie Assortment / 11.50 oz
VS 122 / Butter Cookie Apricot Center / 11.50 oz
VS 123 / Assorted Butter Cookies / 11.50 oz
V118 / Deluxe Italian Assortment / 32 oz
V119 / Fancy Butter Cookies / 32 oz
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Sodium-Bisulfite containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Sodium- Bisulfite. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by not properly labeling the Sodium-Bisulfite in the packages.
Consumers who have purchased the packages above are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-626-357-3243 extension 13.
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