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Consumer Alert: Undeclared Sulfites in Sliced Ginger

NEWS RELEASE



Contact:  Jessica Chittenden
          518-457-3136

For Immediate Release

New York - February 19, 2002 -- New York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned sulfite-allergic consumers and asthmatics to avoid consuming "Caravelle Preserved ginger sliced"; due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.

The product was distributed throughout New York State by Anhing Corporation, 418 North Avenue 19, Los Angeles, California 90031. "Caravelle Preserved ginger sliced" is packaged in an 8.8 oz. uncoded plastic tray. It is a product of Vietnam.

Routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors revealed the product contained sulfites, which were not declared on the label.

Sulfites can cause deadly reactions in asthmatics and others suffering sulfite allergies. No illnesses have been reported to date.

Consumers who purchased "Caravelle Preserved ginger sliced" should return it to the place of purchase.

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