Daifuku Trading Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Kasugai/Rakka Senbei (Japanese Cookies)
Contact:
Daifuku Trading Corp.
Young Kim / 718-886-2300
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Flushing, New York -- October 28, 2003 --- DAIFUKU TRADING CORP., 132-34 32nd Ave. #B, Flushing, NY 11354, is voluntarily recalling packages of Kasugai/Rakka Senbei (Japanese Cookies) because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled Kasugai/Rakka Senbei (Japanese Cookies) are packaged in a 7 oz. plastic package with the code number 04.01.06. They were sold in New York City Retail Markets. They are a product of Japan.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors revealed the presence of undeclared peanuts in Kasugai/Rakka Senbei (Japanese Cookies) in packages which did not declare peanuts on the label.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who have purchased Kasugai/Rakka Senbei (Japanese Cookies) should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-718-886-2300.
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[This message has been edited by Chris PeanutAllergy Com (edited October 30, 2003).]
