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Latest product alerts are listed below. These include recalls of products involving allergens as well as other product alerts such as labelling issues, product reformulations or notices about products.
18 January 2008 — Ceres Organics — Food Recall Notice (almond)
All best before dates up to 10 January 2009 and earlier
- Ceres Organics Ground Rice Cereal 400g
- Ceres Organics Ground Millet Cereal 400g
- Ceres Organics Ground Rice Raisin & Spice Cereal 400g
- Ceres Organics Ground Quinoa Cereal 400g
- Ceres Organics Ground Flaxseed 700g
Ceres Enterprises Ltd, New Zealand is recalling all products listed above, after discovering that they may contain traces of almond that is not stated on the label. These products should not be consumed by people allergic to almonds.
There have been no reports of illness; however any person concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
The product is sold in all major supermarkets and health stores throughout New Zealand.
Customers concerned about almond allergens should return the product to their retailer for a full refund or phone: 0508 423 737 ext 866 or 701 with any queries
27 November 2007 — Edmonds Sweet Short Pastry, 400g block best before 04 Oct 2008
Goodman Fielder New Zealand Ltd is conducting a voluntary recall on the batch of Edmonds Sweet Short Pastry above because it may contain an amount of egg product which is not clearly identified on the label of the packet.
No other batches of Edmonds Sweet Short Pastry or other Edmonds products are impacted by this recall.
Any consumers who have purchased these products, and who have an egg allergy or intolerance, should not consume them. We ask anyone with family and friends with a egg allergy or intolerance who may have purchased these products to contact them in case they are not aware of this recall.
Consumers without an allergy or intolerance to egg can safely consume these products.
To organise a refund or replacement product voucher please call:
0800 368 052 between 8.30am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday
Calls made outside these hours will be directed to an answer phone where you can leave your details.
Goodman Fielder sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused by this recall.
Goodman Fielder New Zealand Ltd
65 Main Highway
Ellerslie, Auckland 1051
21 November 2007 — FOOD RECALL NOTICE
- MUSASHI - P30 Water based Protein Drink Strawberry Flavour 500 ml
- MUSASHI - P30 Water based Protein Drink Orange Flavour 500mls
- MUSASHI - P30 Water based Protein Drink with Carbs, Blackcurrant Flavour 500 mls
ALL BEST BEFORE DATES
MUSASHI is conducting a voluntary recall on the above products because they contain an amount of milk product which is not clearly identified on the label of the bottles. These products may constitute a health risk to consumers with an allergy or intolerance to milk.
No other MUSASHI products, including MUSASHI P30 High Protein Flavoured Milk Drink, are impacted by this recall.
Any consumers who have purchased these products, and who have a milk allergy or intolerance, should not consume them but should return them to the place where they were purchased for a full refund. We ask anyone with family and friends with a milk allergy or intolerance who may have purchased these products to contact them in case they are not aware of this recall.
Consumers without an allergy or intolerance to milk can safely consume these products and do not need to return them to the place of purchase.
Enquiries can be directed to:
0800 687 274 between 8.30 am and 5pm. Calls made outside those hours will be directed to an emergency number.
MUSASHI sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused by this recall.
20 November 2007 — MILK WARNING — Spoilt for Choice products
The manufacturer and supplier of coconut cream powder to Spoilt for Choice recently changed the formula without notification. It now contains 2% SODIUM CASEINATE.
This equates to between 0.02% and 0.06% dairy in Spoilt For Choice products containing coconut cream powder. This includes all products dated from September 10th to date.
Products affected include the following 1kg mixes
- Gluten free Pizza Base Mix
- Yeast and Gluten free Pizza Base Mix
- Waffle and Pancake Mix
Fresh products include – breads and pizza bases
- Buckwheat and millet
- Potato and Pea
- Rice and Corn
- Herb and Garlic
- Spicy Fruit loaf
- Spicy Fruit buns and Chocolate buns
- Thick Pizza bases
- Pita Pizza bases
Replacement supplies of coconut cream powder are due to arrive late November. I have been assured by the manufacturer that this new batch does not contain casein or dairy derivatives. I have been sent a sample of this new batch and this is currently being analysed by AsureQuality (was AgriQuality) to ensure there is no casein present.
I can only apologise for any inconvenience and health issues this may cause customers. I will inform suppliers as soon as the new dairy free shipment arrives and it is cleared by AsureQuality as being dairy free.
Meanwhile all Spoilt For Choice products containing dairy will be labelled as such.
Ros Campbell
Director and Owner of Spoilt For Choice Ltd
19 October 2007: Food recall notice — Allergen Warning — Black Forest Muesli Bb 29/06/08
Hubbards Foods Limited are recalling Black Forest Muesli from its Irresistible Range after discovering that it may contain traces of dairy, which is not declared on the label.
Customers who are allergic or intolerant to dairy products are advised not to consume this product. Any person concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
This product is sold at major supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
Customers who are allergic or intolerant to dairy should not eat this product but return it to Hubbards for a full refund, including postage costs. Should you have any concerns in regards to this product please phone 0508 4 427 3253 for advice.
This recall does not affect any other Hubbards products and is limited to the Best Before Date listed above.
31 August 2007: Food recall notice — Trade Aid chocolate bars. All batches of Milk Chocolate 50g, Dark Chocolate 50g & 200g.
23 May 2007 INGREDIENT CHANGE NOTIFICATION — Pascall Marshmallows
17 May 2007 CHANGE TO LABELLING — Bluebird snack bars
15 May 2007 FOOD RECALL NOTICE — Peanut/Tree nuts
27 April 2007 Egg Allergen Notice — McDonald’s Restaurants (NZ) Ltd reintroducing KiwiBurger®
