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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --New York, NY -- September 16, 2003 ---State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today issued an alert to consumers who are sensitive to eggs, not to consume "Fuchow Moon Cake" manufactured and sold by Chen Yi Zing, d/b/a Chen Hing Food Products, 283-285 Broome Street, New York, New York 10002 due to the presence of undeclared eggs. People who have allergies to eggs, run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
"Fuchow Moon Cake" is packaged in an uncoded, round, metal tray with a clear plastic top. The product comes in a 16-ounce and 30-ounce size. It was sold in the New York City area.
An investigation by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors revealed the product contained eggs, which were not declared on the label. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who are allergic to eggs and purchased "Fuchow Moon Cake" should return it to the place of purchase.
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