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Jimi Farrell
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Washington, D.C. -- December 30, 2003 -- Coosemans DC, Inc., 2144 Queens Chapel Road NE, Washington, D.C. 20018 is recalling Sun Dried Yellow Tomatoes 12oz because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled Sun Dried Yellow Tomatoes 12oz, packed in Styrofoam trays, over wrapped in plastic and labeled with the UPC code 68891400248 were sold in the New York Metropolitan area by A&P Foods/Food Emporium.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites in packages of Sun Dried Yellow Tomatoes 12oz.
The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to illicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who have purchased Sun Dried Yellow Tomatoes 12oz should return them to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact Coosemans DC at 1-800-482-7625.
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