Posted on July 28th, 2010
The Federal Drug Administration has recalled 2000 cases of poblano peppers due to suspected listeria contamination.
The peppers were sold and distributed to three Chipotle Mexican Grilles in the Nevada, California, and Arizona. Although the product has been recalled, there have been no reports of illness.
Listeria can be found in vegetables, milk, poultry, ice cream and cheeses and although most infections associated with the bacteria are mild some can lead to much more serious complications.
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Posted on July 21st, 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the distributor of the product have announced the voluntary recall of Karino Baby Pacifiers for concerns of choking hazards.
There have been no records of injury or illness because of the pacifiers, but almost 45,000 of them have been recalled because the nipple could separate from the ring of the object.
Others reasons for the recall include the mouth guard not having enough holes and the handle being too long. The pacifiers were sold for a quarter in Texas and California.
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Posted on July 14th, 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission has announced a voluntary recall of 137,000 pieces of kids jewelry that were sold between 2008 and 2010 at Justice and Limited Too stores and online.
The recall includes 19 types of children’s bracelets, necklaces and earrings that were made in China. The items have been recalled due to toxic levels of cadmium that can cause kidney problems, bone softening and can impede brain development children.
The items are in various shapes such as heart and crowns and some say “Best,” “Friends” and or “Forever.” People who own the jewelry should stop wearing it immediately and bring it back to the store it was purchased at for refund.
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Posted on July 7th, 2010
Problems with the product labels and allergens are the reasons for the recall of 8,000 pounds of Beef Jerky.
Wheat and soy allergens in the Firehouse Jerky Mild Beef Smoke Flavor is the style of jerky that is effected by the recall. If a person has purchased this product, they are being urged to check the sell-by date on the product. If it is between 6/16/2011 and 11/25/2010 don not consume them and return the product to the store it was purchased at.
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Posted on July 2nd, 2010
Kellogg and the Federal Drug Administration are recalling 28 million cereal boxes because of the strange smell coming from the lining of the box.
The company decided to recall because there could be a health risk because of the strange smell and taste that may cause people to experience nausea and diarrhea. The products that have a KN after the Best if Used By Date are the only products included in the recall.
Kellogg’s Corn Pops, Fruit Loops and and Apple Jacks were all effected in the recall.Products being sold in Canada are not affected by the recall.
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Posted on June 24th, 2010
Suntech Enterprises recalled about 8,400 baby walkers earlier this week. According to company reports, the baby walkers may fit through doorways and fall down stairways.
The baby walkers apparently were sold in stores in New York, California, Texas, and Illinois. Customers with the baby walkers are advised to stop using them and return them to the store where they were purchased.
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Posted on June 17th, 2010
Crate and Barrel recalled about 5,400 of its plant-shaped decorative candles. According to company reports, the design of the candle may cause the melted way to overflow and start a fire.
The recall was sparked by a report of one of the candles catching fire. However, nobody was injured in the fire. The candles were sold by Crate and Barrel from February to April.
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Posted on June 10th, 2010
Hewlett-Packard Co. recalled about 54,000 lithium-ion batteries. According to company reports, the batteries were recalled because of a possible fire hazard.
The batteries apparently may overheat, leading to a risk of fire or burn injuries. The battery recall followed a 2009 recall when the company recalled 70,000 batteries.
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Posted on June 4th, 2010
McDonald’s recalled 12 million drinking glasses. The glasses feature various characters from the new “Shrek” movie.
The glasses were recalled because the paint contained cadmium. Products containing cadmium have been shown to potentially cause kidney and bone damage.
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Posted on May 28th, 2010
Cost Plus Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has issued a voluntary recall this week of their Moroccan tea glasses.
The recall affects about 14,000 units sold by the Oakland-based distributor. According to the announcement, the tea glass exterior coloring contains excessive levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects even in small amounts.
Consumers are advised to stop using the tea glasses and to return them to any Cost Plus or World Market store for a full refund.
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