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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Chelsea, MA -- December 18, 2003 -- HP Hood announced today that it is recalling all quart containers of Hood Cultured Fat Free Buttermilk with a code date of DEC 30 25-08. The code is located on the top of the carton.
Consumers should note that there may be egg in quart containers of Hood Cultured Fat Free Buttermilk and it is not indicated on the ingredient label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
This product has been distributed to retail locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont and New York. No adverse reactions to this product have been reported.
The issue is confined to quart containers of Hood Cultured Fat Free Buttermilk with a code date of DEC 30 25-08. No other products are affected.
Consumers may return the affected buttermilk to their local store to obtain a refund.
Consumer questions may be directed to Hood at 1-800-242-2423.
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