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Danny Kadouri
718-381-6100
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Brooklyn, NY -- July 21, 2003 -- Kadouri International Foods, Inc., 334 Starr Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237, is recalling Pakistani Green Raisins (Kishmish) because it 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.
The recalled Pakistani Green Raisins (Kishmish) which are packaged in 27.5 pound cartons were sold nationwide.
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 Pakistani Green Raisins (Kishmish) in packages which did not declare sulfites on the label. The product contains 57 milligrams of sulfites per serving. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit 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 Pakistani Green Raisins (Kishmish) should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-3831-6100.
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