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Centurion Medical Products - Premie Pack and Meconium Pack - Recall

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:02:00 -0500

Kits recalled because the pediatric tracheal tubes were manufactured with an internal diameter smaller than indicated on the label.

Charleston Cookie Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Butter in Almond Cookies Produced for Dean & Deluca

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:26:00 -0500

Charleston Cookie Company of Charleston, SC is recalling packages of Almond Cookies which were sold as a component of the Dean and Deluca "Americana" cookie tin because the cookies contain undeclared butter (milk).

American Regent Expands Voluntary Recall to Include All Lots of Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP 15 mg/mL; 1mL Single Dose Vials

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:02:00 -0500

American Regent conducts nationwide voluntary recall of ALL lots of its Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP 15 mg/mL: NDC# 0517-0601-25 15 mg/mL 1mL Single Dose VialPLEASE NOTE: This recall is in addition to the voluntary recall initiated on October 16, 2009 when American Regent voluntarily recalled ALL unexpired lots of Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP, 30 mg/mL due to the presence of particulate matter in conjunction with crystallization.

Pelican Bay Ltd. Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in Caramel Chocolate Truffle Hot Chocolate Mix

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:48:00 -0500

Pelican Bay Ltd. of Dunedin, Florida is recalling all their Caramel Chocolate Truffle Hot Chocolate Mix because it may contain undeclared tree nuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

BODYBUILDING.COM Is Conducting a Voluntary Nationwide and International Recall of 65 Dietary Supplements That May Contain Steroids

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:24:00 -0500

As part of its ongoingcooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Bodybuilding.com, LLC (theCompany) announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide and internationalrecall of all lots and expiration dates of 65 dietary supplement products (the Recalled Products)described on the attached list, that were sold through the Companys website,www.bodybuilding.com.

Allergy Alert on Possible Undeclared Soy Protein in32-ounce Great Value Half & Half, 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:14:00 -0400

Morningstar Foods is voluntarily recalling 32-ounce Great Value Half & Half, UPC 6 05388 187 16 1, item code 1871600, plant code 21-031; 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, UPC 6 05388 187 18 5, item code 1871800, plant code 21-031; 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, UPC 0 11110 438 28 7, item code 4382900, plant code 21-031; and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix, UPC 0 74865 57 983 4 (if purchased in a multi-pack, the UPC code is 1 00 74865 57983 1), item code 5798300, plant code 21-031 because these products may contain soy protein.

Alexia Foods issues nationwide allergy alert and product recall on its Alexia Olive Oil, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Pesto Oven Reds frozen potatoes due to undeclared pine nut allergen

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:11:00 -0400

Today, Alexia Foods, Inc, Kennewick, WA, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is voluntarily recalling packages of its Alexia Olive Oil, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Pesto Oven Reds (frozen seasoned potato wedges) for an undeclared allergen, pine nuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pine nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Pointe Scientific, Inc Expands Nationwide Recall of Liquid Glucose Hexokinase Reagent (G7517)

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:28:00 -0400

Pointe Scientific, Inc, Canton, MI is initiating a nationwide recall of all size kits of Liquid Glucose Hexokinase Reagent catalog number G7517. The reagents have been found to fail linearity at >200mg/dL that results in inaccurate glucose values above this range.

Cordis Initiates Nationwide Recall of CROSSOVER Sheath Introducer

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:54:00 -0400

Cordis Corporation announced today a nationwide voluntary recall of all lots of the CROSSOVER Sheath Introducer due to complaints about stretching or fracture of the sheath during use. The CROSSOVER Sheath Introducer is a product developed and manufactured by Thomas Medical Products, Inc., and distributed by Cordis. It is a long-coil reinforced, kink-resistant catheter sheath intended for use in arterial and venous procedures requiring the percutaneous, or through the skin, introduction of therapeutic or diagnostic intravascular devices or fluids

Pointe Scientific, Inc Issues Nationwide Recall of Liquid Glucose Hexokinase Reagent (G7517)

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:36:00 -0400

Mrs. Rios Corn Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Whey in Flour Tortillas

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:23:00 -0400

Mrs. Rios Corn Products in San Angelo, Texas is recalling its flour tortillas because they may contain undeclared Whey. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Whey run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

CPSC Warns: Don't Be Haunted by Burn and Laceration Hazards this Halloween

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:30:00 -0400

Soon the ghouls and goblins of Halloween night will prowl neighborhood streets in search of treats. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants to ensure that candle flames from jack-o-lanterns, decorative obstacles on the porch or lawn, and sharp edges on costumes and accessories don't keep kids from enjoying this annual tradition of trick-or-treating.

CPSC, EPA, HUD, CDC, and ATSDR Release Initial Chinese Drywall Studies

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:30:00 -0400

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR), and numerous state departments of health have been working together to investigate and analyze how Chinese made drywall entered into the country, where it was used, what is in it, and what impact it may have on human health and corrosion of electrical and fire safety components. We are sharing what we know at this point and are outlining the next steps as we continue to work to answer homeowners' questions about what is causing the effects reported and observed.

Pops Bakery Inc. Issues Allergy on Undeclared Whey (Milk) in all Flour Tortillas

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:48:00 -0400

These products may contain undeclared whey (milk). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to whey (milk) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:30:00 -0400

The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:30:00 -0400

Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Accusure Insulin Syringes

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:54:00 -0400

Huntsville AL-Qualitest Pharmaceuticals today issued a voluntary nationwide recall of all Accusure Insulin Syringes. The distributed syringes are of the following descriptions and NDC numbers: 28G 1/2cc, NDC 0603-6995-21;28G 1cc, NDC 0603-6996-21; 29G 1/2cc NDC 0603-6997-21, 29G 1cc, NDC 0603-6998-21, 30G 1/2cc, NDC 0603-999-21, 30G 1cc, NDC 0603-7000-21, 31G 1/2cc, NDC 0603-7001-21, 31G 1cc, NDC 0603-7002-21. All Accusure Insulin Syringes regardless of lot number are subject to this recall. These syringes were distributed between January 2002 and October 2009 to wholesale and retail pharmacies nationwide (including Puerto Rico). The syringes in these lots may have needles which detach from the syringe.

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0400

Strangulations can occur if the blind's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop.

Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Louis Hornick & Co.; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0400

Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Whole Space; Sold Exclusively by Hanover Direct/Domestications

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0400

Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors Due to Shock Hazard

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:30:00 -0400

The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

San Link Inc. Issues an Alert on Uneviscerated Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (Fish).

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:23:00 -0400

San Link Inc at 54B Marjorie Street Staten Island, NY 10309 is recalling Vacuum Pack Dried Lesh (fish) because the product was found to be uneviscerated.

San Link Inc. Issues an Alert on Uneviscerated Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (Fish).

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:22:00 -0400

San Link Inc at 54B Marjorie Street Staten Island, NY 10309 is recalling Vacuum Pack Dried Krasnoperka (fish) because the product was found to be uneviscerated.

Mars Snackfood US ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED PEANUTS In Dove Caramel Pecan Perfection Ice Cream

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:54:00 -0400

Today, Mars Snackfood US announced a voluntary recall of its Dove Caramel Pecan Perfection ice cream with the lot number 931AB5YN07 because it may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. No related illnesses have been reported to date.

CPSC Urges Parents and Caregivers to Stop Using "My Baby Soother" Pacifiers Due to Choking Hazard

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop providing "My Baby Soother" pacifiers to their children. The pacifiers were distributed by T & L Trading Corp., of Brooklyn, N.Y. The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards because the nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers.

Unilever Issues Allergy Alert on Wheat in a Limited Number of Tubs of Breyers Ice Cream

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:11:00 -0400

Unilever United States, Inc., of Englewood Cliffs, NJ, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is voluntarily recalling a limited number of tubs of Breyers ice cream because it was mispackaged and may contain undeclared wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of allergic reaction if they consume this product...

Undeclared Sulfites in "Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix"

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:17:00 -0400

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today alerted consumers that Agro Foods Inc., in Cliffside Park, New Jersey, is recalling "Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard