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Mandalay Trading Corporation Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Products

Contact:
Richard Ang
(626)581-1860

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Industry, CA -- September 5, 2003 --- Mandalay Trading of City of Industry CA, is recalling its 12 oz Macapuno Strings because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consumed these products.

Primera Macapuno strings were distributed in southern California.

Macapuno String is a sweetened coconut product in syrup.

It has typical sweet coconut taste. Macapuno String is packed in glass bottle with metal lid, 12oz net weight. This product is labeled under "Primera " brand. Product expiry is February 2004.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product containing the sulfites was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of sulfites. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by printing error in the production and packaging process.

Consumers who have purchased the products are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For any questions regarding this product may contact the company at 626-581-1860.

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