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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Pleasanton, CA -- December 11, 2003 -- Safeway Inc. of Pleasanton, CA is recalling ½ gallon size Lucerne Chocolate Almond Ice Cream, because it may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Lucerne Chocolate Almond Ice Cream was distributed to Safeway stores in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and the city of Milton Freewater, Oregon.
The recalled Lucerne Chocolate Almond Ice Cream has a 21130-08055 UPC number and a Best Before JUL 12 04 53-38 date. The code and date are located on the carton’s end flap.
There has been one reported mild reaction to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing peanuts was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanuts. The cause of the problem is under investigation.
Consumers who have purchased a 1/2 gallon square carton package of Lucerne Chocolate Almond Ice Cream bearing the above code and date, may return the package to their local store for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-877-723-3929.
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