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Consumer Alert: Undeclared Sulfites in Sour Bamboo Shoot Tip

NEWS RELEASE



Contact:  Jessica Chittenden
          518-457-3136

For Immediate Release

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Brooklyn, NY - March 25, 2003 -- New York State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers today warned sulfite-allergic consumers and asthmatics to avoid consuming "Siamese Coins Sour Bamboo Shoot Tip" due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.

The product was sold by A Chauo, 833 Niagara St., Buffalo, New York. "Siamese Coins Sour Bamboo Shoot Tip" is packaged in a 24-ounce glass container. It is not coded and is a product of Thailand. The UPC number is 6 45758 20400 5. It was sold in the Buffalo area.

Routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors revealed the product contained high levels of sulfites, which were not declared on the label.

Sulfites can cause deadly reactions in asthmatics and others suffering sulfite allergies. No illnesses have been reported to date.

Consumers who purchased "Siamese Coins Sour Bamboo Shoot Tip" from A Chauo should return it to the store.

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