Welcome to the March Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the November Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition
to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and
contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of
importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Monthly recap of recall and product safety news reported by various US government agencies. The publication also provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace, including new markets and capacity, significant recall events, and legislative changes affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the February Edition of Crisis Management’s Recall Register, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the December Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall
and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as
reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition
to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and
contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of
importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in
legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the June Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
A newsletter roundup of recent news stories, including updates on the ongoing Takata airbag investigation, the Porter Ranch gas leak, and the percentage of drivers who engage in unsafe behavior while behind the wheel.
Welcome to the January Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls asreported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Political risk quarterly update Q3 2016Graeme Cross
This summary provides an overview of political risk ratings changes and trends discussed in the Q3 2016 political risk quarterly report from Aon. Four countries saw deteriorations in their overall risk ratings - Azerbaijan, Djibouti, Kuwait, and Zimbabwe. Only Madagascar improved, being upgraded to medium-high risk. Deteriorations were driven by factors like increased political violence, regional conflicts, weakened fiscal situations, and instability. Asia was noted as seeing modestly improving ratings, while challenges remain around infrastructure investment programs in countries like India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Risks in Latin America are also trending positively overall despite issues in Venezuela. The Middle East and Africa continue facing pressure from low oil prices and conflicts.
Welcome to the November Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition
to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and
contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of
importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Monthly recap of recall and product safety news reported by various US government agencies. The publication also provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace, including new markets and capacity, significant recall events, and legislative changes affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the February Edition of Crisis Management’s Recall Register, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the December Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall
and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as
reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition
to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and
contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of
importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in
legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Welcome to the June Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
A newsletter roundup of recent news stories, including updates on the ongoing Takata airbag investigation, the Porter Ranch gas leak, and the percentage of drivers who engage in unsafe behavior while behind the wheel.
Welcome to the January Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls asreported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Political risk quarterly update Q3 2016Graeme Cross
This summary provides an overview of political risk ratings changes and trends discussed in the Q3 2016 political risk quarterly report from Aon. Four countries saw deteriorations in their overall risk ratings - Azerbaijan, Djibouti, Kuwait, and Zimbabwe. Only Madagascar improved, being upgraded to medium-high risk. Deteriorations were driven by factors like increased political violence, regional conflicts, weakened fiscal situations, and instability. Asia was noted as seeing modestly improving ratings, while challenges remain around infrastructure investment programs in countries like India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Risks in Latin America are also trending positively overall despite issues in Venezuela. The Middle East and Africa continue facing pressure from low oil prices and conflicts.
Welcome to the May Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
1) The document discusses how the chemical diacetyl used in microwave popcorn's "butter flavoring" has caused a lung disease called bronchiolitis obliterans in popcorn factory workers and may also pose risks to consumers. A government agency was warned about this risk but did not adequately respond.
2) Factory farming, which confines thousands of animals in tight spaces, dominates U.S. meat production and causes environmental and health problems. A new map shows where these factory farms are concentrated. Consumers are impacted by the antibiotic and hormone use in these systems.
3) Recent large meat recalls and various food safety issues over the past year and a half have undermined consumer confidence in food safety.
A food recall is when a product is removed from the market or; a correction is made to the product because it is either defective or potentially harmful
The mere word “recall” can send a shudder all the way through a company, from receptionist to the executive team, to the boardroom and shareholders. Recalls are costly and risky and can threaten the existence of a company.
Client Alert - New Amendments to California's Proposition 65 Warning Requirem...CohenGrigsby
California's Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, a/k/a "Proposition 65," is a law passed in 1986 as a result of a voter referendum. It seeks to protect the State's drinking water sources from contamination by chemicals determined by the State to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and it requires businesses to inform consumers about exposures to such chemicals via contact with consumer products sold in California, or via occupational or environmental exposure.
Proposition 65 in the State of California and the DINP transition for Vinyl G...Trevor Lee
This document discusses Proposition 65 in California, which requires warnings for chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects. It focuses on the inclusion of DINP (diisononyl phthalate) in vinyl gloves. DINP was added to Proposition 65's list of chemicals due to evidence it causes cancer. By December 2014, manufacturers selling DINP-containing products in California must remove DINP or label it. The document examines potential health risks of DINP in gloves and solutions manufacturers can take to comply with Proposition 65 regulations.
1. The document provides summaries of 7 news articles. It reports that the Takata airbag recall is accelerating, Governor Brown declared a state of emergency in Porter Ranch due to a massive gas leak, the US sued VW for installing emissions cheating software, the FDA tightened regulations for surgical mesh used in some pelvic surgeries, Chipotle was subpoenaed in a criminal probe related to a norovirus outbreak, immigration raids in some states stoked fears, and Governor Snyder declared a state of emergency in Flint over problems with lead in the city's drinking water.
The document discusses new legislation and regulations around food safety in the United States. It outlines the Food Safety Modernization Act, which aims to modernize the food safety system by shifting from reactive to preventative response. Key points of the new law include increased mandatory inspections of domestic and foreign facilities by the FDA, requiring food safety plans and prevention controls, and more import certification requirements for foreign exporters. The changes are expected to significantly impact Chinese exporters through new registration, record access, inspection and food safety standard requirements.
A newsletter featuring updates on a wrongful death suit filed against Fiat Chrysler, the Takata airbag recall and water contamination in New York state.
Pharma Uptoday Monthly Magazine Volume 5, Issue Aug 2014Sathish Vemula
This document provides a summary of news and regulatory information related to the pharmaceutical industry. Key points include:
- The FDA released its strategic priorities document and is seeking public comments on how to ensure drug safety throughout a product's lifecycle.
- Novartis' Japan unit and a former employee were charged for allegedly manipulating data related to their blood pressure drug Diovan.
- The TGA published an updated summary of fees and is working to implement eCTD submissions for drug applications.
- The FDA filed a complaint seeking to permanently enjoin a California company from distributing vaginal drug products without approval.
- Industry groups in India are concerned about dependence on China for drug APIs and are calling for policies to promote
Food safety white paper sept 2015 finalGraeme Cross
Aon's recently published paper which focuses on the topic of food safety. It provides an overview of a supplies view and some guidance on best practice
American Beef Packers, Inc. is recalling approximately 24,428 pounds of raw beef products that were distributed to establishments in California and Oregon after a carcass that was pending laboratory results was erroneously released and further processed. The recalled beef items were produced on August 21, 2019 and include various beef chucks, sirloins, ribeyes, and tenderloins. There have been no reports of adverse health reactions but consumers are urged not to consume the affected products and to throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Product liability insurance protects businesses from legal and financial risks if their products are defective and cause harm.
Fda adverse event reporting requirements for otc drugsComplianceOnline
The document summarizes FDA requirements for reporting adverse events related to over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements. Serious adverse events must be reported to the FDA using a Medwatch form. A serious adverse event is defined as one that results in death, is life-threatening, requires hospitalization or extended care, causes a significant disability or birth defect. The document provides guidance on when and how to submit Medwatch forms to the FDA for different product types. It encourages voluntary reporting and notes that the FDA may also contact companies directly about adverse events.
2
Calendar No. 242
114TH CONGRESS SENATE REPORT
2nd Session 104-341
FOOD LABELING: REVISION OF THE NUTRITION AND SUPPLEMENT FACTS LABELS
__________
NOVEMBER 16, 2017 – Ordered to be printed
_______
[Insert full name], from the Senate Committee on [Insert Committee],
submitted the following
REPORT ON COMMENTS
[To accompany, S. 1043]
The Committee on FDA Affairs has analyzed the proposed regulation and the accompanying comments, and recommends that the regulation do not pass. Due to significant evidence questioning the validity of the argument and data that the FDA uses to support their proposed changes, it is recommended that the rule should not be passed without further review and editing.
PURPOSE
In the proposed rule, titled ‘Food Labeling: Revision of the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels’, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making revisions to nutrition and supplement facts labels in attempt to make the information provided on food labels more accurate and useful to the general public. The FDA will change several pieces of the labels. Among the changes included will be the altering of daily intake recommendations to more accurately represent the current state of nutrition and health in America. Additionally, the “calories from fat” section will be eliminated, and an “added sugars” segment will be included. The FDA is also changing which vitamins and minerals are featured, taking away values that have less relevance and replacing those with more significant values that will be of better use to consumers. The format will also be changed to improve readability and accessibility of the label, which includes font size changes and the relocation of percent daily values from the right side to the left side of the panel. Each of these changes proposed by the FDA aim to increase consumer understanding and improve the health of the nation.
ESTABLISHING THE DEBATE
Nutrition and supplement facts labels are topics that are of high concern and debate because of their effect on all consumers in the United States. The proposed rule attracted many comments, both for and against the rulemaking.
Many comments posted were in favor of the government intervention and the proposed changes. Individuals and organizations alike see value in changing the information provided on nutrition and supplement labels to improve the health of the nation and see that it is necessary for the government to intervene. The first comments that will be looked at are from Unilever, which is one of the world’s largest consumer product companies. Unilever includes many top consumer brands in the United States, such as Ben & Jerry’s, Klondike ice cream, Hellman’s mayonnaise, Promise and many more, each of which will be affected by the changes proposed. Unilever supports government intervention, which will provide consumers with an easier understanding of nutrition information in order to build healthy diet pa ...
WHO Pharmaceuticals NEWSLETTER , 2019 No.2.
The WHO Pharmaceuticals Newsletter provides you
with the latest information on the safety of medicines
and legal actions taken by regulatory authorities around
the world. It also provides signals based on information
derived from the WHO global database of individual
case safety reports
Excellence Beyond Compliance: A new path forward for the dietary supplement i...James Traub
This document summarizes the key challenges facing the dietary supplement industry according to the speaker. The three main challenges are: 1) Supplements adulterated with dangerous substances are widely available, putting consumers at risk. 2) Many firms struggle to meet basic Good Manufacturing Practice requirements. 3) There is a disconnect between what regulations require and what consumers expect in terms of product safety and efficacy. If not addressed, these challenges will continue to damage consumer and regulator trust in the industry.
This document discusses return and recall of pharmaceutical products. It defines recall as an action taken to remove defective drugs from distribution or use. Recalls are classified based on their health hazard level. Reasons for recall include adverse reactions, GMP failures, and product complaints. The objectives, types (voluntary and statutory), classification, procedures, and timelines of recalls are described. Some major recalls in history like Rofecoxib, Cerivastatin, and Valdecoxib due to increased heart risks are also summarized.
A surety bond is a financial instrument through which an insurance company guarantees the successful performance of an Aon
client to a third party, known as a beneficiary or employer. It is a written agreement that provides compensation in the event
that specified obligations are not performed within a stated period.
Welcome to the May Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
1) The document discusses how the chemical diacetyl used in microwave popcorn's "butter flavoring" has caused a lung disease called bronchiolitis obliterans in popcorn factory workers and may also pose risks to consumers. A government agency was warned about this risk but did not adequately respond.
2) Factory farming, which confines thousands of animals in tight spaces, dominates U.S. meat production and causes environmental and health problems. A new map shows where these factory farms are concentrated. Consumers are impacted by the antibiotic and hormone use in these systems.
3) Recent large meat recalls and various food safety issues over the past year and a half have undermined consumer confidence in food safety.
A food recall is when a product is removed from the market or; a correction is made to the product because it is either defective or potentially harmful
The mere word “recall” can send a shudder all the way through a company, from receptionist to the executive team, to the boardroom and shareholders. Recalls are costly and risky and can threaten the existence of a company.
Client Alert - New Amendments to California's Proposition 65 Warning Requirem...CohenGrigsby
California's Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, a/k/a "Proposition 65," is a law passed in 1986 as a result of a voter referendum. It seeks to protect the State's drinking water sources from contamination by chemicals determined by the State to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and it requires businesses to inform consumers about exposures to such chemicals via contact with consumer products sold in California, or via occupational or environmental exposure.
Proposition 65 in the State of California and the DINP transition for Vinyl G...Trevor Lee
This document discusses Proposition 65 in California, which requires warnings for chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects. It focuses on the inclusion of DINP (diisononyl phthalate) in vinyl gloves. DINP was added to Proposition 65's list of chemicals due to evidence it causes cancer. By December 2014, manufacturers selling DINP-containing products in California must remove DINP or label it. The document examines potential health risks of DINP in gloves and solutions manufacturers can take to comply with Proposition 65 regulations.
1. The document provides summaries of 7 news articles. It reports that the Takata airbag recall is accelerating, Governor Brown declared a state of emergency in Porter Ranch due to a massive gas leak, the US sued VW for installing emissions cheating software, the FDA tightened regulations for surgical mesh used in some pelvic surgeries, Chipotle was subpoenaed in a criminal probe related to a norovirus outbreak, immigration raids in some states stoked fears, and Governor Snyder declared a state of emergency in Flint over problems with lead in the city's drinking water.
The document discusses new legislation and regulations around food safety in the United States. It outlines the Food Safety Modernization Act, which aims to modernize the food safety system by shifting from reactive to preventative response. Key points of the new law include increased mandatory inspections of domestic and foreign facilities by the FDA, requiring food safety plans and prevention controls, and more import certification requirements for foreign exporters. The changes are expected to significantly impact Chinese exporters through new registration, record access, inspection and food safety standard requirements.
A newsletter featuring updates on a wrongful death suit filed against Fiat Chrysler, the Takata airbag recall and water contamination in New York state.
Pharma Uptoday Monthly Magazine Volume 5, Issue Aug 2014Sathish Vemula
This document provides a summary of news and regulatory information related to the pharmaceutical industry. Key points include:
- The FDA released its strategic priorities document and is seeking public comments on how to ensure drug safety throughout a product's lifecycle.
- Novartis' Japan unit and a former employee were charged for allegedly manipulating data related to their blood pressure drug Diovan.
- The TGA published an updated summary of fees and is working to implement eCTD submissions for drug applications.
- The FDA filed a complaint seeking to permanently enjoin a California company from distributing vaginal drug products without approval.
- Industry groups in India are concerned about dependence on China for drug APIs and are calling for policies to promote
Food safety white paper sept 2015 finalGraeme Cross
Aon's recently published paper which focuses on the topic of food safety. It provides an overview of a supplies view and some guidance on best practice
American Beef Packers, Inc. is recalling approximately 24,428 pounds of raw beef products that were distributed to establishments in California and Oregon after a carcass that was pending laboratory results was erroneously released and further processed. The recalled beef items were produced on August 21, 2019 and include various beef chucks, sirloins, ribeyes, and tenderloins. There have been no reports of adverse health reactions but consumers are urged not to consume the affected products and to throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Product liability insurance protects businesses from legal and financial risks if their products are defective and cause harm.
Fda adverse event reporting requirements for otc drugsComplianceOnline
The document summarizes FDA requirements for reporting adverse events related to over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements. Serious adverse events must be reported to the FDA using a Medwatch form. A serious adverse event is defined as one that results in death, is life-threatening, requires hospitalization or extended care, causes a significant disability or birth defect. The document provides guidance on when and how to submit Medwatch forms to the FDA for different product types. It encourages voluntary reporting and notes that the FDA may also contact companies directly about adverse events.
2
Calendar No. 242
114TH CONGRESS SENATE REPORT
2nd Session 104-341
FOOD LABELING: REVISION OF THE NUTRITION AND SUPPLEMENT FACTS LABELS
__________
NOVEMBER 16, 2017 – Ordered to be printed
_______
[Insert full name], from the Senate Committee on [Insert Committee],
submitted the following
REPORT ON COMMENTS
[To accompany, S. 1043]
The Committee on FDA Affairs has analyzed the proposed regulation and the accompanying comments, and recommends that the regulation do not pass. Due to significant evidence questioning the validity of the argument and data that the FDA uses to support their proposed changes, it is recommended that the rule should not be passed without further review and editing.
PURPOSE
In the proposed rule, titled ‘Food Labeling: Revision of the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels’, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making revisions to nutrition and supplement facts labels in attempt to make the information provided on food labels more accurate and useful to the general public. The FDA will change several pieces of the labels. Among the changes included will be the altering of daily intake recommendations to more accurately represent the current state of nutrition and health in America. Additionally, the “calories from fat” section will be eliminated, and an “added sugars” segment will be included. The FDA is also changing which vitamins and minerals are featured, taking away values that have less relevance and replacing those with more significant values that will be of better use to consumers. The format will also be changed to improve readability and accessibility of the label, which includes font size changes and the relocation of percent daily values from the right side to the left side of the panel. Each of these changes proposed by the FDA aim to increase consumer understanding and improve the health of the nation.
ESTABLISHING THE DEBATE
Nutrition and supplement facts labels are topics that are of high concern and debate because of their effect on all consumers in the United States. The proposed rule attracted many comments, both for and against the rulemaking.
Many comments posted were in favor of the government intervention and the proposed changes. Individuals and organizations alike see value in changing the information provided on nutrition and supplement labels to improve the health of the nation and see that it is necessary for the government to intervene. The first comments that will be looked at are from Unilever, which is one of the world’s largest consumer product companies. Unilever includes many top consumer brands in the United States, such as Ben & Jerry’s, Klondike ice cream, Hellman’s mayonnaise, Promise and many more, each of which will be affected by the changes proposed. Unilever supports government intervention, which will provide consumers with an easier understanding of nutrition information in order to build healthy diet pa ...
WHO Pharmaceuticals NEWSLETTER , 2019 No.2.
The WHO Pharmaceuticals Newsletter provides you
with the latest information on the safety of medicines
and legal actions taken by regulatory authorities around
the world. It also provides signals based on information
derived from the WHO global database of individual
case safety reports
Excellence Beyond Compliance: A new path forward for the dietary supplement i...James Traub
This document summarizes the key challenges facing the dietary supplement industry according to the speaker. The three main challenges are: 1) Supplements adulterated with dangerous substances are widely available, putting consumers at risk. 2) Many firms struggle to meet basic Good Manufacturing Practice requirements. 3) There is a disconnect between what regulations require and what consumers expect in terms of product safety and efficacy. If not addressed, these challenges will continue to damage consumer and regulator trust in the industry.
This document discusses return and recall of pharmaceutical products. It defines recall as an action taken to remove defective drugs from distribution or use. Recalls are classified based on their health hazard level. Reasons for recall include adverse reactions, GMP failures, and product complaints. The objectives, types (voluntary and statutory), classification, procedures, and timelines of recalls are described. Some major recalls in history like Rofecoxib, Cerivastatin, and Valdecoxib due to increased heart risks are also summarized.
A surety bond is a financial instrument through which an insurance company guarantees the successful performance of an Aon
client to a third party, known as a beneficiary or employer. It is a written agreement that provides compensation in the event
that specified obligations are not performed within a stated period.
With an ever-changing political scene and limited time left to conclude the negotiations for the United Kingdom’s (UK) exit from the European Union (EU), attention is now beginning to turn to the potential consequences of Brexit. This paper discusses the issues that insurers face and considers the interplay between insurers’ contractual obligation to continue to service policies (including paying claims) versus the practical impact that local regulation might have on their ability to do so.
The document introduces Aon's BioEnergy practice and the solutions it provides clients in the biomass and energy from waste industries. It outlines Aon's BioGen facility, which offers a seamless insurance product covering the project lifecycle with a focus on risk engineering and fire protection. It also describes Aon's risk consulting services, benchmarking and analytics tools, expertise in policy wordings, and online knowledge sharing portal. The goal is to help clients in this specialized industry reduce risks and insurance costs.
IFRS Report - Important upcoming accounting changes Graeme Cross
The new IFRS 9 rules effective January 2018, and equivalent US GAAP standards (ASU 2016-13) effective in 2019, are aimed at
increasing the accuracy and transparency of how credit risk is represented on a company’s Balance Sheet and P&L. Both new
standards include requirements around the use of both historic as well as forward looking credit information in order to calculate
the provisions for credit losses (Expected Credit Losses).
Aon’s cyber capabilities can support organisations in embracing
a risk based approach. This facilitates the deployment of a
more effective cyber insurance strategy to help optimise the
total cost of risk associated with cyber exposures
Reducing an organisation’s property total cost of risk
(TCOR) is fundamental to its operational resiliency and
financial bottom line. Aon Property Laser is a unique
property and business interruption risk management
methodology that incorporates leading-edge diagnostic
and analytical tools to quantify risk exposure. By
identifying and analysing key property performance
indicators, Aon Property Laser helps organisations
to improve their risk profile, while also making the
insurance policy work more effectively should a loss
occur. Our property experts benchmark pre-loss and
post-loss risk management practices, activities and
results, to help assess and optimise an organisation’s
property risk profile.
Many businesses and governments have been reporting on environmental and climate data for over 15 years now, but the way they do is set to change. Following the UN’s Paris
Agreement to address climate risk by cutting greenhouse gas emissions, financial regulators are increasingly concerned about the systemic risks that climate change poses to the financial
system. After the 2008 financial crisis, regulators do not want any disorderly transitions in the market due to a misallocation of capital
Aon has developed a proprietary diagnostic tool to help risk leaders quickly assess their organization’s global supply chain exposures across a variety of key marketplace supply chain indicators.
In the complex and dynamic global risk environment, risk managers play an increasingly vital role in helping their organizations understand, prioritize and manage critical exposures affecting their operations and supply chains.
Today, along with catastrophic property risks, expanding cyber threats, terrorism, supplier insolvency, product integrity and reputational issues, businesses relying on global supply chains must navigate widening geopolitical challenges brought by rising nationalism.
As business leaders, planning, finance and operations executives strive to anticipate how these developments might affect their cross-border trade relationships, effective and forward-looking supply chain risk management is critical to sound decision-making. Aon’s Supply Chain Diagnostic helps clients flag supply chain vulnerabilities and improve resiliency.
Global supply chain management brochureGraeme Cross
Aon’s Approach to supply chain management recognizes the wide spectrum of risks that can negatively impact our clients’ business operations, some of which are common to all industries and others very specific to a particular segment. We bring efficiency to the process by triaging each client’s specific supply chain needs, and deploying a hand-picked team of specialists that can develop industry specific solutions ranging from risk identification and quantification to tailored risk financing programs and claim resolution strategies.
The Aon Global Client Network is the backbone of Aon Risk Solutions’ international network, connecting clients and colleagues with expertise, counsel and resources available in over 120 countries in which Aon Risk Solutions is represented. Aon’s network is the largest majority owned network, unsurpassed in geographic breadth and depth of talent.
Aon Global Client Network provides risk management, reinsurance, and human resources services globally. It operates through owned, management controlled, correspondent, and coordinated offices across the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australasia/Pacific regions serving over 200 countries and territories.
On June 27, 2017, a widespread WannaCry ransomware variant referred to by a number of names, including GoldenEye, Petya, NotPetya, and ExPetr, began impacting computer systems around the world. Similar to the recent WannaCry ransomware attack, victims are being asked to pay a ransom of $300 in bitcoin.
Are you a risk or finance leader of an organization with exposures across multiple territories?
Take our Global Optimization Index survey. The 75 questions are
directly related to international risk management and will help you to measure your company’s risk management practices as compared to Aon’s best practice standards and find areas of focus to enhance the performance of your multinational risk management approach.
Aon’s continually growing directory of intellectual capital provides the latest insights into innovative ways of identifying, quantifying, and managing a wide range of current and emerging risks.
Aon’s guide to Political Risk, Terrorism & Political Violence
The Political Risk Map primarily focuses on economic and fiscal risks, specifically in emerging economies, while the Terrorism and Political Violence Map consider issues such as civil commotion and war and has a global focus.
While comparisons are possible across the two maps and certain countries will be affected by both sets of perils, these are two specific risks with accompanying sub-sets of perils that help to establish ratings for each country.
Together these maps are helping our clients to better understand the challenges facing them when operating in diverse, international geographies. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss these challenges in more detail with you and explain how Aon’s Crisis Management teams can help identify, manage and mitigate risks to help insulate your people, assets and operations wherever they are located in the world.
Environmental insurance market status Q1 2017Graeme Cross
This paper provides an update on the status of the marketplace for environmental insurance as of early 2017. It starts with a look at the environmental risks associated with a number of common industrial, commercial and institutional activities, and then considers various aspects of the marketplace, with a look at the insurance companies that sell environmental coverage, a review of who buys it and what is new in the market for this year.
Global Cyber Market Overview June 2017Graeme Cross
The document provides an overview of the global cyber insurance market, including:
- The cyber insurance market is still in its infancy globally but has grown significantly in recent years, especially in the US where it is estimated to be worth $1.5 billion in 2015.
- The largest market is the US, driven by data breach legislation, high-profile cyber attacks increasing awareness, and demand from companies storing personal data.
- The upcoming European GDPR regulation coming into effect in 2018 is expected to be a major driver for the growing but still relatively nascent European cyber insurance market.
- Various industries like retail, healthcare, and financial institutions are among the largest buyers of cyber insurance.
Aon GDPR prepare and protect solution placematGraeme Cross
The EU’s General Data Protection
Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect on
the 25th of May 2018, enforcing strict
new measures for any organisation
globally handling the personal data
of EU individuals.
Organisations have steps to take to
comply with GDPR and meet the
ongoing data privacy rights of their
clients and employees.
Failure to comply may result in enforcement
action, including fines of up to €20 million
or 4% of your organisation’s annual
worldwide revenue, whichever is greater.
“The European Union data privacy landscape is about to undergo dramatic change, with lasting enterprise wide implications for the way that organisations handle, protect and use the personal data of EU individuals.
Organisations of all sizes, across all industries, and geographies that process personal data of EU residents need to take steps now to comply with the new EU General Data Protection Regulation by 2018, to satisfy management fiduciary duties
and avoid potentially costly penalties.”
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You'll learn to:
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1. Risk. Reinsurance. Human Resources.
A Message from Bernie Steves,
Managing Director and Practice Leader, Crisis Management
Welcome to the March Edition of Crisis Management’s RecallRegister, Aon’s monthly recall
and product safety newsletter. This publication provides a review of the month’s recalls as
reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the U.S Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In addition
to recall announcements, RecallRegister provides an update on the product recall and
contamination insurance marketplace and environment. Each month, we highlight issues of
importance including new markets and capacity, significant recall events and changes in
legislation affecting the consumer products industry.
Recall Register
March, 2016
In this Issue
01 Cardiologist Voted As New
FDA Commissioner
02 2016 Power Broker
03 Tokio Marine HCC Partners
with The Acheson Group
for Restaurant Recovery
Insurance Response
04 February Recall
Announcements
Cardiologist Voted As New FDA
Commissioner
Dr. Robert Califf was confirmed the new
commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration on February 24, 2016 with a
vote 89-4. Califf succeeds Margaret
Hamburg, who left the role in March 2015.
In the interim, FDA chief scientist, Stephen
Ostroff has been serving as acting
commissioner. Califf was a Duke University
professor and had minimal exposure in the
food safety area; however, he comes with
much experience and knowledge as both a
researcher and cardiologist.
Sylvia Burwell, U.S. Secretary of the
Department of Helath and Human Services,
stated “Dr. Califf is the right person with the
right experience to build on the FDA’s
unsurpassed record of protecting public
health while encouraging innovation and the
introduction of new life-saving therapies to
the market.”
Read more about the New FDA Commissioner.
Aon Risk Solutions
Crisis Management Practice
2. 2016 Power Broker
Honored in this year’s Power Broker 2016 February Issue of Risk &
Insurance is Aon’s Crisis Management practice leader, Bernie Steves.
He is recognized as one of the country’s leading product recall,
contamination, and food borne illness insurance specialists. Since the
2015 Food Safety Modernization Act implementation, Bernie has
partnered with underwriters on including the FDA regulations,
related to the act; this also includes government recalls endorsement
wording improvements.
Read more on Bernie Steves and other 2016 Power Brokers.
Tokio Marine HCC Partners with The Acheson Group
for Restaurant Recovery Insurance Response
The recently rebranded Tokio Marine HCC - Specialty Group, a leading
global provider of crisis management insurance products, announced a
new partnership with The Acheson Group (TAG) to provide its
Restaurant Recovery/Food Borne Illness policyholders with industry
leading crisis response services.
TAG, who replaces the current crisis response provider, will provide
Tokio Marine HCC’s policyholders with access to a 24/7 crisis hotline.
The firm will also provide a broad array of food safety consulting and
crisis management response services together with other critical
policyholder services, which will focus on operational, reputational and
regulatory risk.
“This new offering, coupled with our long-standing reputation for
outstanding service, coverage breadth and competitive pricing, truly
sets us apart,” said Bert Van Wagenen, Senior Vice President of Tokio
Marine HCC - Specialty Group. David Acheson, MD and Chief
Executive Officer of TAG, echoed the benefits to policyholders, “We are
proud to be able to bring TAG’s expertise and experience to support
and keep Tokio Marine HCC’s restaurant clients in business and
operating safely.”
Access more information on Tokio Marine HCC and for online
Restaurant Recovery applications, click here.
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3. February Recall Announcements
The following recalls have been announced through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),
the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC),
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
(CFIA). These agencies are charged with protecting consumers from products that may pose injury to
the public. This is only a representative list of recalls announced by these agencies during the month.
A complete list of recalls, as well as actual press releases, is available on the U.S. government recall
website and the Canadian Food Inspection Food Agency.
February 1, 2016
European Natural Food & Trading Co. Inc.
Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites
in Product
European Natural Food & Trading Co, Inc.,
Paterson, New Jersey, is recalling Brian's
Cauliflower 83 oz. due to undeclared sulfites.
People who have an allergy or severe
sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they
consume these products. Brian's Cauliflower
83 oz. was distributed in New York,
Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Jersey
where it reached consumers through retail
stores. The product is pickled cauliflower and
was sold in large clear, glass jars with the
brand name Brian's with expiration date
28/11/2016. The product was shipped during
2013 and 2014.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The
recall was initiated after it was discovered by
NYSDAM Laboratory sampling and analysis
that product containing sulfites were
distributed in packaging that did not reveal
the presence of sulfites. Subsequent
investigation indicates the problem was
caused by temporary breakdown in the
company's production and packaging
processes. Consumers who have purchased
Brian's Cauliflower 83 oz. are urged to return it
to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Braga Organic Farms Issues Voluntary
Recall of Pistachios Due to Possible
Health Risk
Braga Organic Farms announces the voluntary
recall of pistachios due to potential
contamination with Salmonella. No illnesses
have been reported to date in connection
with this recall. The recalled nuts were
distributed in retail stores in California,
Oregon and Washington, and it was
distributed through online sales nationwide.
The product comes in a clear or green standup
bag, with the date code stamped on the
bottom of the bag.
The potential for contamination was noted
after routine testing by the FDA revealed the
presence of Salmonella in a one-pound
package of raw pistachio kernels purchased
online. Consumers who have purchased this
recalled product should not consume it.
They should destroy it or return it to the
point of purchase.
February 2, 2016
Microsoft Recalls AC Power Cords
for Surface Pro Devices Due to Fire,
Shock Hazards
Microsoft Corp., Redmond, Washington, has
announced a recall involving the Surface Pro
power cords that can overheat, posing fire or
shock hazards. This recall affects about 2.25
million (in addition, about 190,000 were sold
in Canada) and involves AC power cords sold
with Microsoft Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2 and
Surface Pro 3 computers before March 15,
2015. Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 devices
have a black case with the product name on
the back of the device toward the bottom.
Surface Pro 3 computers have a silver case
with “Windows 8 Pro” on the back of the
device under the kickstand.
Microsoft has received 56 reports of AC cords
overheating and emitting flames and five
reports of electrical shock to consumers.
Consumers should unplug and stop using the
recalled power cords and contact Microsoft
for a free replacement AC power cord.
Royal Appliance Recalls Dirt Devil Pet
Vacuums Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Royal Appliance Mfg. Co., Glenwillow, Ohio,
has recalled their Dirt Devil Total Pet Cyclonic
Upright due to the vacuum’s electric cord
plug prong can detach and remain in the
electrical outlet when the vacuum is
unplugged and pose an electrical shock
hazard (if it remains connected with the
electrical outlet). The recall includes three
models of the Dirt Devil Total Pet Cyclonic
Upright vacuums, model UD70210,
UD70210CA and UD70210RM. The model
number and manufacture date code are
printed on a silver label on the back side of
the vacuum. The vacuums are identical with
black, gray and clear housing with red and
purple trim.
The firm has received 14 reports of a
detached prong that remained in an
electrical outlet. No injuries have been
reported. Consumers should immediately
stop using the recalled vacuums and contact
Dirt Devil for instructions on receiving a free
replacement vacuum.
Scubapro Recalls Dive Computers Due to
Serious Injury Hazard
Johnson Outdoors Diving LLC, El Cajon,
California, has recalled their Galileo Luna and
Sol Dive Computers because a short circuit
allows the dive computer’s screen to freeze or
display inaccurate information, posing a risk of
serious injury to a diver underwater, including
decompression sickness. This recall affects a
total of about 1,500 units and includes the
2015 models of UWATEC Galileo Luna and Sol
dive computers. Scubapro has received three
reports of the dive computer screens freezing.
No injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled
dive computers and contact Scubapro to
arrange for a free replacement dive computer.
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February Recall Announcements, February 1 – 2, 2016
4. February 3, 2016
Mahina Mele Farms, LLC Expands
Voluntary Recall of Macadamia Nut
Products Due to Possible Health Risk
Mahina Mele Farms, LLC is expanding a
voluntary recall of its macadamia nut products
within expiry after FDA testing found
Salmonella in macadamia nuts. One sample
from LOT 30 was found to be positive for
Salmonella Give. While we are not aware of
any further positive samples, Mahina Mele
Farms feels it is in the best interest of public
health to voluntarily recall ALL lots currently
on the market, until the source of the
contamination can be identified.
Mahina Mele Farms is working with retailers to
pull products from store shelves. To date no
illnesses have been reported in connection
with these products. Mahina Mele Farms, LLC
produces macadamia nuts under the name
Izzie Macs! in plastic bags and macadamia nut
butter under the name Baby Bruddah's Mac
Nut Buttah in plastic tubs. They were
distributed from Oct 21, 2015 - Jan 20, 2016.
In the interest of public health and safety, we
are recalling all products.
Mahina Mele Farms, LLC is working closely
with the FDA to find the source of this
contamination. Customers who have
purchased the above products should not
consume them and should return them to the
store where they were purchased for a full
refund or replacement. Mahina Mele Farms,
LLC will reimburse the wholesaler for any
returned product.
Lutron Electronics Recalls Roller Shades
Due to Impact Hazard
Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., Coopersburg,
Pennsylvania has recalled their roller shades as
they can become dislodged from their
brackets and fall, posing an impact hazard.
This recall affects about 30,000 (in addition
about 5,000 were sold in Canada) and
involves custom-ordered made-to-measure
Serena and SIVOIA QS TRIATHLON roller
shades.
Lutron Electronics has received 36 reports of
incidents of shades falling from mounting
brackets. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should contact Lutron immediately
for instructions on inspecting their roller
shades and to receive a free repair kit to
prevent the shade from falling. Consumers
with recalled roller shades installed on doors
should contact Lutron to receive a free
replacement shade.
Eastwood Recalls Multi-Function Power
Packs Due to Fire Hazard
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co.,
Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is recalling
Rockwood Multi-function power packs as the
power packs’ lithium ion batteries can burst
during charging, posing a fire hazard. This
recall affects a total of about 500 units and
involves Rockwood portable power packs
with lithium ion batteries and cables. They are
used to charge a variety of electronic devices
and car batteries and have a recessed LED
flashlight.
There have been two reports of the battery
packs’ lithium ion batteries bursting during
charging and emitting black smoke, damaging
carpet and leaving a black mark on a wall. No
injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled
power packs and return them to Eastwood for
a full refund
February 4, 2016
Dollar General Recalls Construction Truck
Toy Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards;
Sold Exclusively at Dollar General
Dollar General Corp., Goodlettsville,
Tennessee, has recalled a toy truck because
the truck’s remote control can short circuit,
causing it to overheat and posing fire and burn
hazards. This recall affects about 27,000 units
and involves a toy excavator and a shovel
loader. The remote controlled plastic toys are
orange with black and orange wheels.
Dollar General has received five reports of the
toy’s remote control overheating. No injuries
have been reported. Consumers should
immediately take the recalled toy vehicles
away from children and contact Dollar General
for a full refund. This product was sold
exclusively at Dollar General stores nationwide
and online from July 2015 through December
2015 for about $10.
Wedgwood Decorative Baby
Rattles Recalled by WWRD Due to
Choking Hazard
WWRD U.S. LLC, Wall, New Jersey, has issued a
recall on their Wedgwood Peter Rabbit
decorative baby rattles due to a choking
hazard; the ball bearings inside each side of
the decorative rattle can be released, posing a
choking hazard to young children. This recall
affects about 670 in the U.S. (in addition 24
were sold in Canada) units and involves all
Wedgwood Peter Rabbit decorative baby
rattles. The silver-plated giftware is shaped like
a baby rattle, but is intended to be used as
decoration only.
The firm has received two reports of ball
bearings releasing from the decorative
giftware baby rattle. No injuries have been
reported. Consumers should immediately stop
using the decorative rattles and take them
away from young children and contact WWRD
for a full refund. Bloomingdales, Macy’s, and
WWRD Outlets and other department stores
nationwide and online at www.amazon.com
and www.wedgwood.com from April 2015
through December 2015 for between $75
and $95.
CE North America Recalls Fan Heaters Due
to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath
& Beyond
CE North America LLC, Miami, Florida, has
recalled KUL Fan Heaters as the fan heaters can
overheat, posing a fire hazard. This recall
affects about 28,000 in the United States (in
addition, about 260 were sold in Canada)
units and involves KUL small, black portable
fan heaters sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond stores
nationwide and online for about $20.
There have been four reports of the fan
heaters overheating and catching on fire. No
injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled fan
heaters and contact CE North America for
instructions on returning the recalled heaters
with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will
issue a refund check upon receipt of the
returned fan heaters.
Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard
Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
Head USA, Boulder, Colorado, has issued a
recall on their ski and snowboard helmets
because the helmets do not comply with the
impact requirements of safety standards for
helmets, posing a risk of head injury. This
recall affects about 260 in the United States (in
addition, 180 were sold in Canada) and
involves six models of HEAD ski and
snowboard helmets: Agent, Alia, Andor, Arise,
Arosa and Avril.
The ski and snowboard helmets were sold a
specialty ski and snowboard shops and online
from January 2015 through December 2015 for
between $80 and $120. There have been no
incidents or injuries reported to date.
Consumers should immediately stop using the
recalled helmets and contact Head USA to
receive a free replacement helmet.
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February Recall Announcements, February 3 – 4, 2016
5. KHS America Recalls Children’s Musical
Instrument Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
KHS America, Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, is recalling
their Monkey Glockenspiel due to violation of
lead paint standard; the pink metal note bar
on the glockenspiel may contain excessive
levels of lead in the paint, violating the federal
lead paint standard. If the paint is scraped off
and ingested lead can cause adverse health
effects. This recall affects about 150 units.
The Green Tones 8-note Monkey Glockenspiel
is a children’s musical instrument with eight
metal bars in multiple colors mounted on a
wooden base shaped like a monkey. The bars
are individually attached to the base with one
screw at each end.
Independent toy and music retailers and
online at amazon.com and gogreentones.com
from January 2015 through September 2015
for about $40. There have been no incidents
or injuries reported. Consumers should
immediately remove the pink bar from the
glockenspiel and contact KHS America for
information on getting a free replacement
pink bar.
February 5, 2016
Living Tree Community Foods Recalls
Macadamia Nuts and Macadamia Butter
Because of Possible Health Risk
Living Tree Community Foods, Berkeley,
California, is recalling Organic Macadamia
Nuts and Organic Macadamia Butter because
it has the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella. It was distributed throughout the
US via retail stores (California, Connecticut)
and to mail order customers. These items
shipped from our facility between 12/11/2015
and 2/03/2016.
No illnesses have been reported to date in
connection with this problem. The potential
for contamination was noted after FDA testing
done with our supplier, Mahina Mele, based in
Captain Cook, Hawaii, revealed the presence
of Salmonella in organic macadamia nuts.
Production of the product has been
suspended while FDA and the company
continue their investigation as to the source of
the problem. Consumers who have purchased
4 oz pouch of Organic Macadamia Nuts and 8
oz jars of Organic Macadamia Butter are urged
to not consume and return them to the place
of purchase for a full refund.
BJ's Wholesale Club Announces Recall
of Deli Meats Due to Undeclared Pistachios
in Product
BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc., is voluntarily issuing
a recall of Cittero Mortadella and deli meats
sold from January 20 through February 3, 2016
due to a possible exposure to a tree nut
allergen, pistachio. The Citterio Mortadella is
being recalled because it may contain
undeclared pistachios. Deli meats that may
have come in contact with the same
equipment as the Citterio Mortadella are also
being recalled. The recalled deli meats were
sold at BJ's locations in Delaware, Maryland,
New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio,
Pennsylvania and Virginia.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The
recall is being conducted because during the
January 20, 2016 – February 3, 2016
timeframe, BJ's mistakenly received Citterio
Mortadella containing pistachios. BJ's deli
labels did not list pistachios as an ingredient.
Since the Mortadella with pistachios may have
been sliced on equipment where other deli
meats were sliced, BJ's is conducting a
voluntary recall of all deli meats purchased
during the dates shown above. Deli cheeses
are sliced on separate equipment and, as such,
are not subject to this voluntary recall.
BJ's is coordinating closely with the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration and has
taken precautionary steps, including
removing all potentially-impacted products
from its delis and disinfecting the deli
equipment and surfaces.
Members that purchased the recalled
products and have an allergy to pistachio nuts,
are asked to please throw away the Citterio
Mortadella and any other deli meats
purchased during January 20, 2016 –
February 3, 2016. If you do not have an allergy
to pistachio nuts, then you do not need to
throw out the Citterio Mordatella or other deli
meats as they are safe to eat. Members can
visit their local BJ's with their receipt for a
refund. If a Member does not have their
receipt, a BJ's Team Member at their local Club
can look it up.
The Jel Sert Company Issues a Voluntary
Recall of Margaritaville Banana Cream Pie
Filling due to Possible Salmonella Risk
The Jel Sert Company, West Chicago, Illinois, is
issuing a voluntary recall notice for 52 cases of
Margaritaville Banana Cream Pie Filling, 4.16
ounce carton that was used for sales samples
and gift packages distributed nationwide,
because it has the possibility to be
contaminated with Salmonella. There have
been no reported illnesses related to this
product to date. The product was not
available to consumers on store shelves, only
through directly provided sales samples and
gift packages.
The recall was issued in an abundance of
caution after the supplier of the banana chips
used in the filling notified Jel Sert of possible
contamination. If you have the recalled
product, please dispose of the product and if
you have questions contact Jel Sert at the toll
free number: 866-853-1969 at any time.
TF Foods Issues Allergy Alert on
Undeclared Peanuts in Fried Bean
Snack (Na-Pia-Jo)
TF Foods, Paramount, California, is recalling its
10.60 ounce packages of Fried Bean Snack
(Na-Pia-Jo) food treats because they may
contain undeclared peanuts. The recalled
Fried Bean Snack (Na-Pia-Jo) were distributed
nationally in retail stores between November
of 2015 and beginning of February of 2016.
The product comes in a 10.60 ounce, clear
plastic bag.No illnesses have been reported to
date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered
that the peanut-containing product was
distributed in packaging that did not reveal
the presence of peanuts. Subsequent
investigation indicates the problem was
caused by a change in the company's recipe
which added peanuts but not to the labeling
of the product. Sale of the product has been
suspended until the company is certain that
the problem has been corrected. Consumers
who have purchased 10.60 ounce packages
of Fried Bean Snack (Na-Pia-Jo) are urged to
return them to the place of purchase for a
full refund.
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February Recall Announcements, February 4 – 5, 2016
6. February 8, 2016
King Soopers Recalls Gourmet Bread
Pudding Due to Undeclared Allergens
King Soopers, Denver, Colorado, has recalled
its Gourmet Bread Pudding sold in their Deli,
either as a part of their cold meal solutions, or
pre-packaged in the self-service deli case,
because the product may contain walnuts not
listed on the label. All stores operating under
King Soopers or City Market are included.
King Soopers has removed this item from store
shelves and initiated its customer recall
notification system that alerts customers who
may have purchased recalled Class 1 products
through register receipt tape messages and
phone calls.
Customers allergic to walnuts who have
purchased the above product should not
consume it and should return them to a store
for a full refund or replacement. Customers
who have questions may contact us at
1-800-KROGERS.
Giant Eagle Voluntarily Recalls Japanese
Hand Breaded Cod Fillets Due to an
Undeclared Soy Allergen
Giant Eagle has issued a voluntary recall on
their Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets due to an
undeclared soy allergen. People who have an
allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk
of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if
they consume these products. The product is
safe for consumption by those who do not
have soy allergies. Approximately 420
packages of Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets were
purchased by customers in Giant Eagle and
Market District supermarkets in Pennsylvania
and Ohio. There are no reported illnesses to
date associated with this recall. Giant Eagle
became aware of the issue during ongoing
ingredient declaration monitoring. The
product label for the fillets, which contain soy,
omitted soy as an allergen.
Customers with a soy allergy who have
purchased the affected product should
dispose of it or return it to their local Giant
Eagle or Market District store for a refund. In
addition to this public communication
regarding this recall, Giant Eagle initiated its
consumer recall telephone notification
process. The consumer recall process uses
purchase data and consumer telephone
numbers housed in the Giant Eagle Advantage
Card database to alert those households that
purchased the affected product and have
updated telephone contact information in
the database.
February 9, 2016
IKEA Recalls Ceiling Lamps Due to
Laceration Hazard
IKEA North America Services LLC,
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, has recalled
their celling lamp due to the plastic retaining
clips that secure the glass shades to the lamp
housings can break and allow the glass shades
to fall, posing a laceration hazard. This recall
affects about 840,000 (in addition, about
427,000 were sold in Canada) and involves
Ikea HYBY and LOCK ceiling lamps. The lamps
have domed white frosted glass shades and
three plastic clips that attach the shade to steel
electrical lamp housings.
Ikea has received 224 reports of incidents
worldwide of retaining clips breaking and
glass shades falling from the lamps, including
with 11 injuries. Three incidents with no
injuries were reported in the U.S. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled
ceiling lamps, uninstall them and return them
to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Classic Characters Recalls Infant Booties
Due to Choking Hazard
Classic Characters Inc., Quebec, Canada, has
recalled infant elf booties as the pompoms at
the tip of the toe can detach, posing a choking
hazard to young children. This recall involves
Classic Characters’ infant knit Elf Booties sold
in sizes 6 through 12 months. The infant
booties are green, with red and white trim,
and a yellow pompom on the tip of the toe.
This recall affects about 4,000 pairs.
This product was sold exclusively at Cracker
Barrel Old Country Store nationwide and
online from September 2015 through
November 2015 for about $13. Classic
Characters has received two reports of the
pompoms detaching from the shoes. No
injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled elf
booties and return them to a Cracker Barrel
Old Country Store for a full refund, or contact
Classic Characters for instructions on returning
them for a full refund.
February 10, 2016
Pier 1 Imports Recalls Swivel Dining Chairs
Pier 1 Imports U.S. Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, has
recalled Capella Island Swivel Dining Chairs
due to the chair can break at the base, posing
fall hazards to the user. This recall affects
about 800 (in addition, 4 were sold in Canada)
and involves Pier 1 Imports Capella Island
Swivel Dining chairs. The plastic wicker chairs
have a natural wood color.
This product was sold exclusively at Pier 1
Imports stores nationwide and online from
January 2015 through October 2015 for
between $240 and $500. Pier 1 Imports has
received three reports of the chairs breaking,
including two reports of customers falling. No
injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled
chairs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports
store for a full refund or a merchandise credit.
February 11, 2016
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due
to Crash, Injury Hazards
Arctic Cat Inc., Thief River Falls, Minnesota, has
recalled their snowmobiles due to the breaks
can fail, posing a risk of injury or death to the
operator. This recall affects about 1,600 units
and involves all model year 2016 Arctic Cat
turbo 9000 snowmobiles. Recalled models
include the M 9000, XF 9000, XF9000 Cross
Trek and ZR 9000 snowmobiles. The recalled
snowmobiles were sold in the colors black,
green, orange and white. The model name is
on a decal on the top of the chassis between
the seat and the rear bumper.
Arctic Cat snowmobiles recalled models were
sold at dealers nationwide from June 2015
through January 2016 for between $14,000
and $16,000. There have been no incidents/
injuries reported. Consumers should
immediately stop using the recalled
snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat dealer
to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is
contacting its customers directly.
Nuna Baby Essentials Recalls High Chairs
Due to Fall Hazard
Nuna Baby Essentials Inc., Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, has recalled their high chairs
due to the arm bar can bend or detach during
use, posing a fall hazard to children. This recall
affects about 5,600 in the U.S. (in addition,
350 were sold in Canada) and includes ZAAZ
high chairs in eight models with various colors.
Nuna has received 50 reports of the arm bar
detaching, including six reports of children
falling from the high chair. Four incidents
resulted in injuries, including bruising and a
cut on the forehead. Consumers should
immediately stop using these recalled high
chairs and contact the firm to receive a free
new arm bar and instructions on how to
replace it.
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February Recall Announcements, February 8 – 11, 2016
7. February 12, 2016
International Foodsource, LLC Issues a
Voluntary Recall of Various Raw Pistachios
Products Due to Possible SalmIonella Risk
International Foodsource, LLC Issues a
Voluntary Recall of Various Raw Pistachios
Products due to possible risk of Salmonella.
The products were distributed to food service
and retail stores nationally. There are no
reported illnesses in connection with this
product. This was brought to International
Foodsource, LLC’s attention by FDA after their
contract testing laboratory analysis revealed
the presence of Salmonella in one of the 19
retail 5oz bags of Valued Naturals Raw
Pistachio Kernels, Lot 79249.
As a precaution, additional products are being
recalled as they may be contaminated since
they were packed from the master lot that
came to our facility. International Foodsource,
LLC is working closely with FDA to determine
the cause of this situation. Consumers who
have purchased this recalled product should
not consume it. They should return it to the
point of purchase.
Crescent Point Energy Recalls To Inspect
Propane Gas Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Crescent Point Energy Corp., Canada, has
recalled their Propane (LP) Gas because it
does not have sufficient levels of odorant to
help alert consumers of a gas leak. Failure to
detect leaking gas can present fire, explosion
and thermal burn hazards. This recall affects
about 118,000,000 gallons (U.S.) (additional
units sold in Canada) and involves under-
odorized propane gas (LP) delivered to
consumers for use in storage tanks or sold at
retail locations for use in portable refillable
tanks (for use in recreational vehicles,
barbeques, stoves and other appliances). LP
was also sold to businesses for commercial and
industrial use.
There have been no incidents or injuries
reported. Consumers should not attempt to
test the propane themselves. Instead, they
should immediately contact the retailer,
supplier or Crescent Point Energy hotline to
arrange for an inspection. If inspection
confirms that the propane contains insufficient
odorant, Crescent Point Energy will either
promptly arrange for appropriate odorization
or provide a replacement portable tank. If
consumers do smell even a faint odor of gas or
a gas leak, they should immediately leave the
building and call 911 or their gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone.
February 13, 2016
Garden of Life Expands Voluntary
Recall to Include Additional Lots of
Raw Meal Products Due to Possible
Salmonella Contamination
Garden of Life LLC is expanding its January
29th voluntary recall to include additional lots
of its Raw Meal Organic Shake & Meal
Chocolate, Original, Vanilla and Vanilla Chai
products because an ingredient used in
certain lots of the product has the potential to
be contaminated with Salmonella Virchow.
Garden of Life has requested that retailers
remove the lots of Raw Meal from sale and that
consumers check the lot number on their Raw
Meal product and return any products
involved in this recall to their point of purchase
for a full refund.
After extensive testing of the product and its
ingredients, and working in collaboration with
the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the
manufacturer, suppliers and other third-party
experts, the Company has now identified the
likely source of Salmonella contamination to
be Organic Moringa Leaf powder from a
supplier used only in Raw Meal. Because
other Garden of Life products containing
Moringa use different suppliers, only Raw
Meal is exposed.
February 16, 2016
Lipari Foods Issues Voluntary Recall of
Various Retail And Food Service Raw
Pistachio Products Due to Potential
Salmonella Risk
Lipari Foods, LLC, of Warren, Michigan, has
issued a voluntary recall of various raw
pistachio products packaged by sister
company JLM due to potential Salmonella risk.
The products were distributed to food service
and retail stores throughout Iowa, Illinois,
Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota,
Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, Ohio,
Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Wisconsin and West
Virginia.Products were distributed under the
following brand names: Blue Goose Market,
Hollywood Market, Market Fresh Fine Foods,
Roger's Foodland, Marv & Alison's
Marketplace, Long Lake Market, Martin's,
Holiday Market, The Purple Onion,
Trentwood Farms, Angeli Foods, Market
Square, Village Food Market, Martha's
Vineyard, Remke Market or as generic
product without branding.
There are no reported illnesses in connection
with these products to date. This was brought
to our attention by our supplier, International
Foodsource, LLC who recalled raw pistachios
after testing performed by an FDA contract
testing laboratory revealed the presence of
Salmonella. As a precaution, Lipari Foods
products are being recalled as they have the
potential to be contaminated due to the fact
that they were packed from an affected lot
that was received from International
Foodsource, LLC. We are working closely with
International Foodsource, LLC and the FDA to
understand the cause of the situation and
ensure that all affected product has been
pulled from commerce. Consumers who have
purchased this recalled product should not
consume it. They should return it to the point
of purchase.
FDA Announces Pharmakon
Pharmaceuticals Voluntary Recall of
Morphine Sulfate 0.5 mg/mL Preservative
Free in 0.9% Sodium Chloride
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is
alerting health care professionals of a
voluntary recall of morphine sulfate 0.5 mg/
mL preservative free in 0.9% sodium chloride,
1 mL syringe, CII, for intravenous use made
and distributed by Pharmakon
Pharmaceuticals, in Noblesville, Indiana,
because the product is super-potent.
Pharmakon initiated the voluntary recall on
February 11, 2016, after receiving laboratory
results showing the product was super-potent.
Injecting a patient with super-potent
morphine could result in serious consequences
including respiratory depression, coma, and
death. Health care professionals should
immediately check their medical supplies,
quarantine the recalled product from
Pharmakon, and not administer them to
patients. On February 16, 2016, FDA was
alerted of serious adverse events in three
infants associated with the use of the recalled
morphine sulfate products from Pharmakon.
Patients who have received this drug product
and who have concerns should contact their
health care professionals.
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February Recall Announcements, February 12 – 16, 2016
8. Whole Foods Market Recalls Pecorino
Aged Cheese in Walnut Leaves in Two
Stores Due to Possible Health Risk
Whole Foods Market, Austin, Texas, recalling
Pecorino Aged Cheese in Walnut Leaves sold
in one Florida and one New York, New York
store, because it has the potential to be
contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
A sampling of the products tested positive
for Listeria monocytogenes during a routine
inspection conducted by the supplier. The
recalled cheese was cut and packaged in
clear plastic wrap with sell by dates of 3/3/16
through 3/8/16 in the Bowery, NYC store. In
Coral Gables, FL* the recalled cheese was
sold with sell by dates of 2/29/16 through
3/8/16. The recalled cheese was pulled from
store shelves and destroyed on Monday, Feb.
8, 2016.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
Consumers who have purchased this product
from Whole Foods Market should discard it
and bring their receipt to the store for a full
refund. Consumers with questions should
contact their local store or call 512-477-5566
ext. 20060 between the hours of 9am and
5pm CST, Monday through Friday. (*Coral
Gables, Florida location was previously
misreported as the West Palm Beach location).
Forever Cheese Recalls Imported Mitica
Brand Pecorino Aged Cheese in Walnut
Leaves For Possible Health Risk
Forever Cheese Inc., Long Island City, New
York, is recalling 40 cases of Mitica brand
Pecorino Aged Cheese in Walnut Leaves
(Pecorino Foglie di Noci) from one specific
production code because it has the potential
to be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes. The imported Mitica brand
Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves was shipped
to distributors between January 27th and
February 3, 2016. The imported cheese was
further sold to retailers and restaurants located
in Los Angeles, California, Cleveland, Ohio,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New York,
Colorado, Vermont, Virginia, Florida and
Connecticut.
There have been no reported illnesses related
to this potential contamination to date. The
recall was the result of a routine sampling
program by Forever Cheese which revealed
that the imported cheese tested positive for
the bacteria. The company has ceased
distribution of the affected lot as the FDA and
the company continue their investigation as to
what caused the problem. Each and every
distributor and retailer has been contacted
in an effort to recall any and all remaining
product in the marketplace. Consumers
should not consume the imported Mitica
brand Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves
cheese listed above. Consumers that believe
they have purchased the affected Mitica brand
Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves cheese
should contact the retailer or the company
for a full refund.
February 17, 2016
Baxter Issues Voluntary Nationwide
Recall of One Lot of 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Solution for Irrigation Due to Presence
of Particulate Matter
Baxter International Inc., Deerfield, Illinois, is
voluntarily recalling one lot of 0.9% Sodium
Chloride Irrigation, USP, 500 mL Plastic Pour
Bottle solution to the hospital/user level
because there is a presence of particulate
matter, identified as an insect. Sodium
Chloride Irrigation solution with foreign
material contamination potentially could result
in a series of complications dependent in
which anatomic location the irrigation is used,
which could include inflammatory reaction,
foreign body reaction, and infection which
could be life-threatening. The lot being
recalled was distributed to customers and
distributors in the United States between
November 12, 2015 and January 11, 2016.
To date, Baxter has not received any reports of
adverse events related to this recall. 0.9%
Sodium Chloride for Irrigation USP – 500 mL is
an isotonic solution intended for irrigation.
This solution can be used to rinse debris and
residue from wounds and as a single use for
rinsing/irrigation during surgical procedures.
It may also be used to flush or rinse medical
equipment such as catheters. Baxter is
notifying its distributors and customers by
letter that they should not use product from
the recalled lot. Adverse reactions or quality
problems experienced with the use of this
product may be reported to the FDA's
MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program
either online, by regular mail or by fax. This
recall is being conducted with the knowledge
of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Goodman Company Expands Recall of Air
Conditioning and Heating Units Due to
Burn and Fire Hazards
Goodman Company, L.P., Houston, Texas, has
recalled Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/
Heat Pumps (PTAC) and Room Air
Conditioners (RAC) because the power cords
on the air conditioning and heating units can
overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. This
recall affects about 5,300 (In addition, about
233,500 PTAC units were recalled in August
2014.). Additionally, this recall involves
Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman
and York International-branded Packaged
Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
(PTAC), and Amana-branded Room Air
Conditioners (RAC). The units are rated
230/208 volt, 3.5 kW and are most often
installed through the walls of hotels, motels,
apartment buildings and commercial spaces
to provide room climate control.
Goodman has received approximately 10
reports of PTACs catching on fire, including
four involving property damage. Consumers
should immediately stop using and unplug the
air conditioning and heating units and call the
number listed for your brand or go to www.
amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement
power cord. Non-commercial owners will
receive free installation of the power cord and
inspection of the PTAC control board for
damages. If the control board has been
damaged by the recalled power cord, non-
commercial owners will also receive a free
installation of a replacement control board.
Commercial owners are being contacted
directly and will install the power cord and
inspect the control board. If the control
board has been damaged by the recalled
power cord, Goodman will provide a new
control board for commercial owners to
install. Recalled RAC units do not have a
control board.
Michaels Recalls Holiday Paper Boxes Due
to Risk of Mold Exposure
Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc.,
Irving, Texas, recalls Ashland holiday paper
boxes because mold can be present on the
boxes, posing a risk of respiratory or other
infections in consumers with compromised
immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy
to mold. This affects a total of about 288,000
(in addition, 1,170 were sold in Canada).
These items were sold exclusively at Michaels
stores nationwide from October 2015 through
November 2015 for between $5 and $20,
depending upon the size of the box. There
were no incidents or injuries reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the
paper boxes and return them to any Michaels
store for a full refund.
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February Recall Announcements, February 16 – 17, 2016
9. February 18, 2016
Wild Blue Yonder Foods Issues Recall
for Chappaqua Crunch Granola with
Blueberries and Bananas Because of
Possible Health Risk
WBY Foods, Marblehead, Massachusetts, is
recalling its Chappaqua Crunch Simply
Granola with Blueberries & Bananas, in 13
ounce packages, because they have the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
The recalled pouches of Chappaqua Crunch
Simply Granola with Blueberries & Bananas
were distributed in retail stores in Maine, New
Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts,
Connecticut, New York, New Jersey
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington DC,
Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina,
Georgia and Florida in retail stores and
through mail order. The product comes in a
13 ounce clear plastic pouch and marked with
best by dates on the back. The recall includes
best by dates beginning with Feb. 5, 2016 and
ending with May 31, 2016.
No illnesses have been reported to date in
connection with this problem. The potential
for contamination was noted after our supplier
informed us that the bananas in the granola
may be contaminated with Salmonella. At that
time, the recalled ingredient had been used in
production. Consumers who have purchased
13 ounce packages of Chappaqua Crunch
Simply Granola with Blueberries & Bananas are
urged to return them to the place of purchase
for a full refund.
Maytag Dairy Farms Expands Voluntary
Recall of Blue Cheese Due to Food
Safety Concern
Maytag Dairy Farms, Newton, Iowa, issued a
voluntary recall of lot number 150482 of
Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese due to possible
contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
This follows the recall of lot number 150481
that was announced this past weekend. Lot
150482 includes approximately 1100 pounds
of cheese, some of which has been distributed
to retail locations prior to the initial recall by
Maytag Dairy Farms. No cheese has been
distributed since the initial positive test for
Listeria monocytogenes. The Iowa
Department of Agriculture and Land
Stewardship's Dairy Products Control Bureau
discovered the possible contamination as part
of the follow-up testing of cheese products
from the facility.
To date there have been no reported illnesses
linked to the product. Consumers who have
purchased these products are urged to not
consume them. Department has been in
contact with the Iowa Department of Public
Health and the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) regarding this situation.
Peking Food LLC Issues Allergy Alert For
Undeclared Egg in Assorted Chef Hon
Brand Steamed Buns
Peking Food LLC, Brooklyn, New York, is
recalling Chef Hon brand Steamed Buns with
Seafood & Vegetable and Steamed Buns with
Marinated in XO-Sauce, because they contain
undeclared eggs. These products were
distributed to retail stores in New York, New
Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West
Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina,
Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois,
Michigan, Missouri, Alabama, Mississippi,
Arkansas, Texas, and Puerto Rico.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The
recall was initiated after it was discovered
during a USDA inspection that the products
used an ingredient in the filling that contains
eggs, and the steamed buns were distributed
in packaging that did not reveal the presence
of eggs. Consumers who have purchased
these products are urged to return them to
the place of purchase for a full refund.
Apple Recalls Travel Adapter Kits and Plugs
Due to Risk of Electric Shock
Apple, Cupertino, California, has recalled their
AC adapter kits and plug adapters because the
two-prong wall plug adapters for Australia/
New Zealand/Argentina, Brazil, Continental
Europe and Korea can break and expose the
metal portion of the adapter, posing an
electric shock risk. This affects about 814,000
(In addition, about 81,000 were sold in
Canada) and involves Apple World Travel
Adapter Kits and wall plug adapters. The kits
contain three-prong and two-prong AC wall
plug adapters that fit different electrical
outlets worldwide.
Apple has received 12 reports of wall plug
adapters breaking and consumers receiving
shocks overseas, including three reports of
consumers who were medically evaluated and
released. No reports of incidents or injuries
were reported by U.S. consumers. Consumers
should immediately stop using the recalled
wall plug adapters and contact Apple for free
replacement adapters.
Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary
Reels Recalled by Boa Due to Fall Hazard
Boa Technology, Inc., Denver, Colorado has
recalled their Snowboard Boots with Boa
Secondary Reels because the secondary reel
can become stuck in the open position,
causing the fit at the forefoot of the boot or
tongue to loosen and posing a fall hazard.
This recall involves snowboard boots with the
M3v2 secondary reel dials, which are used to
adjust the fit at the forefoot and tongue of the
boots and affects about 33,000 (in addition,
about 4,500 in Canada) units.
The firm received two reports of incidents. No
injuries have been reported. Consumers
should immediately stop using the snowboard
boots and contact the retailer where the boots
were purchased or Boa for a free repair kit.
Free replacement reels and a repair tool will be
provided with instructions.
BYA Sports Recalls Skyline Backyard Zipline
Kits Due to Fall Hazard
BYA Sports, Louisville, Colorado, has recalled
their product Bring Your Adventure Sports
(BYA) Skyline Zipline Kits because a crimp in
the zipline can fail allowing the cable to pull
free or become slack while in use, posing a fall
hazard to the user. This recall involves BYA
Sports Skyline backyard zipline kits sold in 60-,
75- and 90-foot cable lengths. The kits were
sold in camouflage packaging containing a
main cable, trolley, short cable, turnbuckle
and u-clamps. This recall affects a total of
about 5,700 (in addition, 990 units were sold
in Canada).
CPSC and the firm have received nine reports
of cable failure, including six reports of
injuries. In three of the reported incidents,
consumers sustained bruising and other
unknown injuries from a fall. In the remaining
three reported incidents, consumers reported
head injuries. Consumers should immediately
stop using the recalled zipline kits and contact
BYA Sports for a free replacement kit.
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February Recall Announcements, February 18, 2016
10. J. Crew Recalls Girls’ Coats Due to
Choking Hazard
J. Crew Group Inc., New York, New York, has
recalled their Girls’ Crewcuts puffer coats
because the buttons on the front of the coat
can detach, posing a choking hazard to young
children. This recall affects about 16,400 (in
addition, 63 units were sold in Canada) and
involves Crewcuts brand girls’ puffer coats in
dark wine, navy, and sun washed peony colors.
The coats are padded with geometric squares
with six buttons down the front of the coat.
Product was sold at J. Crew and Crewcuts
stores nationwide, the J. Crew catalog and
online from August 2015 through January 2016
for about $155.J. Crew has received four reports
of the buttons detaching. No injuries have been
reported. Consumers should immediately stop
using the recalled coats and return them to J.
Crew or Crewcuts stores for a full refund.
Online purchasers will receive email
notifications with instructions for returning the
coats for a full refund including a postage-paid
shipping label. J. Crew is contacting known
purchasers directly.
February 19, 2016
Maytag Dairy Farms Voluntarily Recalls
Blue Cheese Products Due to Possible
Health Risk
Maytag Dairy Farms, Newton, Iowa, is
voluntarily recalling 5 lots of Maytag Blue blue
cheese wedges and wheels and 15 batches of
blue cheese crumbles because they have the
potential to be contaminated with Listeria
monocytogenes. The recalled product was
distributed through retail stores, restaurants,
and direct mail orders nationwide between
December 11, 2015, and February 11, 2016. The
lot number or batch number appears on the
side or the bottom of the product.
No illnesses have been reported to date in
connection with this issue. The potential for
contamination was discovered after testing by
the State of Iowa revealed the presence of
Listeria monocytogenes in two lots of product.
Maytag Dairy Farms has voluntarily suspended
production and distribution while the company
collaborates with FDA and the State of Iowa to
determine the cause of the problem.
Consumers who have purchased these
products are urged to discard them
immediately and not consume them. We
apologize for any temporary inconvenience or
concern that our voluntary recall is causing our
customers and the families who have enjoyed
our products for generations.
Country Life Natural Foods Recalls Raw
Pistachios Because of Possible Health Risk
Country Life Natural Foods, Pullman, Michigan,
is recalling shelled raw pistachios, sold in 2 lb
bags and 30 lb boxes, because it has the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
The 2 pound bags will bear the batch number
1357 in the lower left corner of the Country Life
Natural Foods Label. The 30 lb boxes will bear
the name “SAM International” lot number
102914, and best by date of April 29, 2016. This
recall was initiated when FDA contract testing
laboratory analysis revealed the presence of
Salmonella in one of the 19 samples obtained
from SAM International. As a precaution,
additional products are being recalled as they
may be contaminated since they were packed
from the master lot that came to our facility.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
Consumers who have purchased this recalled
product should not consume it. They should
return it to the point of purchase. Country Life
Natural Foods is working closely with FDA to
determine the cause of this situation.
February 20, 2016
Health Matters America Inc. Issues
Nationwide Recall of Sprouted Flax Seed
Powder and Sprouted Chia & Flax Seed
Powder Because of Possible Health Risk
Health Matters America, Cheektowaga, New
York, is recalling specific lots of Organic
traditions Sprouted Flax Seed Powder and
Organic traditions Sprouted Chia & Flax Seed
Powder because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Salmonella. Organic
traditions Sprouted Chia Seed Powder and
Organic traditions Sprouted Chia & Flax Seed
Powder were distributed nationwide in flexible
plastic bags. Random samples taken by
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) from
retail stores in Canada tested positive for
Salmonella. CFIA then notified the supplier.
Health Matters America Inc. had received the
affected lots. As soon as Health Matters America
was made aware of this situation by their
supplier, the company ceased packaging and
distribution of the lots. The FDA, CFIA and
Health Matters America continue their
investigation as to what caused the problem.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
Consumers who purchased the affected
products/lots should return them to place of
purchase for a full refund.
February 22, 2016
Best Foods Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on
Undeclared Peanuts in Deer Brand Cumin
Powder 7 Ounce and Deer Brand Cumin
Powder 14 Ounce
Best Foods Inc., Edison, New Jersey, is recalling
its 7 ounce packages and 14 oz. packages of
Deer brand Cumin Powder because they may
contain undeclared peanuts. People who have
allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction if they
consume these products.
The recalled packages of Deer brand Cumin
Powder were distributed in New York,
Connecticut, New Jersey, Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Virginia and
have reached consumers through retail stores.
The product comes in a clear and yellow
plastic package, with no expiration dates
and lots number.
No illnesses have been reported to date in
connection with this problem. The recall was
initiated after routine sampling and analysis by
the New York State Department of Agriculture
and Markets who found the product to contain
peanuts which were not declared on the label.
Consumers who have purchased 7 ounce and
14 ounce packages of Deer brand Cumin
Powder are urged to return them to the place
of purchase for full refund. Consumers with
questions may contact the company at 1-732-
650-1300 Ext 222, Monday – Friday 9 a.m. –
5 p.m. EST.
February 23, 2016
Marathon Ventures, Incorporated
Announces Voluntary Recall of Raw
Macadamia Nuts Due to Possible
Health Risk
Marathon Ventures, Inc., Bellevue, Nebraska,
announced that it is voluntarily recalling various
retail and bulk packages containing raw
macadamia nuts as a precautionary measure
because the product may be contaminated
with Salmonella. The recalled products were
sold between July 2, 2015 and February 3,
2016, through grocery, foodservice, other retail
outlets, and direct mail orders via company
website nationwide. The issue was brought to
the Company's attention by the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) following a
Salmonella positive product found during
routine product sampling.
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11. There have been no illnesses or injuries
reported to-date affiliated with these products.
Anyone concerned about an injury/illness
should contact a physician immediately.
Marathon Ventures, Inc. has informed the FDA
of its actions and is cooperating fully with the
ongoing investigation. Consumers who have
purchased the items listed above should not
consume this product and should return it to
the store of purchase for a full refund or
replacement.
Rucker's Wholesale & Service Co. Issues
Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut
Ingredient in Uncle Bucks & Cabela's Classic
Candies Maple Nut Candy Peg Bags
Rucker’s Wholesale and Service Co.,
Bridgeport, Illinois, is voluntarily recalling all of
Uncle Bucks and Cabela’s Classic Candies
Maple Nut candy peg bag, due to the presence
of an undeclared peanut ingredient. People
who have an allergy to peanuts run the risk of
serious or life threatening allergic reaction if
they consume this product. The recalled Maple
Nut candy was distributed nationwide in Bass
Pro Shops and Cabela's stores.
One allergic reaction to date has been reported
in connection with this problem. The recall was
initiated following a consumer report of allergic
reaction and Rucker's discovery that peanut
was not listed as an ingredient. Consumers
who would like a refund, or have questions may
contact the company at 618-945-2411, or 800-
663-1857 Mon – Fri 7:30AM – 4:30PM CST, or
email,customerservice@ruckerscandy.com.
Consumers with an allergy to peanuts should
not eat the product.
February 25, 2016
Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. is
Voluntarily Recalling Alfalfa and Alfalfa
Onion Sprouts
Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. is voluntarily
recalling alfalfa and alfalfa onion sprouts due to
the related outbreak of food borne illness, E.
coli. Consumers should not eat them at this
time, nor should retailers or restaurants sell/
serve alfalfa sprouts. Routine disease
monitoring by the Minnesota Department of
Health (MDH) identified seven E. coli O157:NM
cases in January and early February; E. coli
bacteria from those cases all had the same DNA
fingerprint illness. The ill individuals range in
age from 18 to 84 years, and five are female.
Four of the cases are residents of the Twin Cities
metro area, and three live in greater Minnesota.
Two were hospitalized, and both have
recovered. Two additional cases of E. coli O157
infection, considered part of this outbreak,
were identified by the Wisconsin Department
of Health Services (WDHS) in Wisconsin
residents. Neither case was hospitalized.
Minnesota officials are working with
investigators at the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), WDHS, and the
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade
and Consumer Protection (WIDATCP). Jack &
The Green Sprouts is cooperating with this
process and is located in River Falls, Wis., and
distributes alfalfa sprouts to states in the upper
Midwest and possibly other states. The seven
Minnesota cases and at least one of the
Wisconsin cases were exposed to the
implicated alfalfa sprouts from a variety of
locations, including grocery/cooperative
stores, restaurants, salad bars and commercial
food service.
The testing completed to date has not
identified the source and the contamination
is unknown. The FDA is working with state
officials to collect samples and determine
the source of the outbreak. State officials
urge consumers not to eat alfalfa sprouts
produced by Jack & The Green Sprouts and
retailers and restaurants not to sell or serve
them. More information will become available
as the investigation proceeds. Anyone who
believes they may have developed an E. coli
O157 infection should contact their health
care provider.
February 26, 2016
Maytag Dairy Farms Expands Voluntary
Recall Of Blue Cheese Products Due To
Possible Health Risk
Maytag Dairy Farms, Newton, Iowa, is
expanding its voluntary recall of Maytag Blue
blue cheese wedges, wheels and crumbles
because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
This expanded recall is of 35 lots of 1, 4 and 8
oz. wedges and 2 and 4 lb. wheels; and 43
batches of 8 oz. crumbles and 5 lb. crumbles.
This includes the 5 lots and 15 recalled batches.
No illnesses have been reported in
connection with this issue.The recalled
product was sold through distributors,
wholesalers, retail stores, restaurants, and
direct mail orders nationwide between
November 24, 2015 and February 11, 2016.
February 29, 2016
Whole Foods Market Recalls Maytag Blue
Cheese Because Of Possible Health Risk
Whole Foods Market, Austin, Texas, is
voluntarily recalling Maytag Raw Milk Blue
Cheese nationally due to possible
contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The recalled cheese was sold cut and packaged
in clear plastic wrap with scale labels in various
weights reading Maytag Blue Raw Milk, Maytag
Blue or Maytag Iowa Blue Cheese and with PLU
numbers beginning with 293308 and sell-by
dates of 1/20/2016 and 3/21/16. The product
was sold from cheese cases in various Whole
Foods Market stores nationwide. Out of an
abundance of caution, Whole Foods Market is
recalling the products from all of its stores
nationwide.
No illnesses have been reported in connection
with this recall to date. The potential for
contamination was discovered after testing by
the State of Iowa revealed the presence of
Listeria monocytogenes in two lots of product.
Maytag Dairy Farms has voluntarily suspended
production and distribution while the company
collaborates with FDA and the State of Iowa to
determine the cause of the problem.
Customers who have purchased this product
should discard it, and may bring their receipt
into the store for a full refund. Consumers with
questions may call 512-477-5566, extension
20060, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time.
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