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HCDD International, Inc.
718-418-9888
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Brooklyn, NY -- August 21, 2003 -- HDCC International, 505 Meserole St., Brooklyn, NY 11237, is recalling 44 pound cardboard boxes (4x11 pound plastic bags in each box) of Dried Guava Slice because the product contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.
The Dried Guava Slice, a product of Thailand, was distributed in uncoded, 44.0 pound boxes in New York and Illinois.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered through routine sampling, by NYS Dept. of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors, that the product containing sulfites, was distributed in packaging that did not declare the presence of sulfites. Consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the Dried Guava Slice revealed that it contained 23.6 milligrams per serving.
Establishments and consumers who have purchased 44.0 pound cardboard boxes of Dried Guava Slice can return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (718) 418-9888.
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