Nevada Firm Recalls Chicken Products

Kanani Foods, a Las Vegas, Nev. establishment, is recalling approximately 59 pounds of various chicken products because the products were not produced under a fully implemented Ready-To-Eat Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The products subject to recall include:  [View Labels (PDF Only)]

• 12 oz. bowls of  “Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls”
• 12 oz. bowls of “Orange Chicken Rice Bowls”

The products bear the establishment number “P-46002” inside the USDA mark of inspection and “use by” dates of 6/30/14 – 7/4/14 on the package label. The products were produced June 24-30, 2014, and then distributed for retail sale in Nevada.

The problem was discovered by an FSIS inspector on June 30, 2014. The company had a HACCP plan in place, but had no records to demonstrate that the HACCP plan had been implemented or validated or that critical times and temperatures had been met in the cooking and cooling of products. Thus, there is no assurance the product is wholesome and therefore safe for consumption. Consequently, these products may support the growth of pathogens that may be detrimental to health.

Richard’s Rubs & Seasonings Recalls Sauces Because of Possible Health Risk

 Richard’s Rubs & Seasonings LLC is recalling Richard’s Too Good BBQ Sauce, Richard’s Too Good Hot Sauce and Richard’s Too Good Teriyaki Sauce because they have been improperly processed and because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal foodborne illness.

Foodborne botulism is a severe type of food poisoning caused by the ingestion of foods containing the potent neurotoxin formed during growth of the organism. Foodborne botulism can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

The recalled sauces were sold in western Washington grocery stores and butcher shops in Kitsap, Snohomish and King counties.

Sauces are packaged in 12 oz tall glass bottles with metal screw caps and black heat resistant tamper seals.

The products being recalled were distributed up to the date of June 17, 2014. This recall has been initiated because of a consumer complaint indicating that sauce may have been improperly processed. Richard’s Rubs & Seasonings LLC has not been notified of any illness associated with their products.

Richard Mullen, owner of Richard’s Rubs and Seasonings, believes that “The health of our customers is a priority for our company, which is why we are working with the Washington State Department of Agriculture and a recognized process authorities, to take the steps necessary to ensure that our products continue to remain good tasting and are safe”

Consumers who have purchased recalled sauces are urged to return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 206-854-7046 during the hours of 9AM to 5PM PST. Visit www.richardsrubsandseasonings.com for updates on this recall.

More May's Chicken Recalled

Palama Holdings, LLC, a Kapolei, HI establishment, is expanding its recall of raw, frozen marinated chicken products to approximately 24,784 pounds because they may have experienced temperature abuse in the distribution chain, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The expanded recall covers all teriyaki chicken products produced at the company’s Kapolei, HI plant with “Best by” dates ranging Sept. 24, 2014 to November 6, 2014.

The products subject to recall include:

10-lb. cardboard boxes, containing four individual cryovac sealed packages of May’s Hawaii “Hawaiian Style, Boneless and Skinless Teriyaki Chicken Thighs.”

5-lb. cardboard boxes, containing two individual cryovac sealed packages of May’s Hawaii “Hawaiian Style, Boneless and Skinless Teriyaki Chicken Thighs.”

2-lb. cardboard boxes, containing one cryovac sealed package of May’s Hawaii “Hawaiian Style, Boneless and Skinless Teriyaki Chicken Thighs.”    

The products were produced on various dates between Sept. 24, 2013 and Nov. 6, 2013 then were distributed for retail sale on the islands of Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Hawaii, and to a nearby military commissary. The packages bear the establishment number “P-11077” in the USDA mark of inspection on the package.

FSIS personnel discovered bloated boxes of the products at a retail location in recent days. The problem was initially discovered during shipment when the company’s distributor observed boxes of product swollen with gases from the bagged chicken, an indication that there may have been temperature abuse during storage prior to distribution.

FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers and media with questions about the recall may contact Gary Hanagami, May’s Hawaii vice president of retail sales, at (808) 682-8300.