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Food Recall Warning (Allergen): Elite Brand Bittersweet Chocolate Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk(Marketwire (Canada) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Feb. 20, 2014) - Product photos are available at: http://bit.ly/1ec2Fuc Foodfest International 2000 Inc. is recalling Elite brand Bittersweet Chocolate from the marketplace because it contains milk which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk should not consume the recalled product described below. The following product has been distributed in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. Recalled product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brand Product Size UPC Codes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elite Bittersweet 85 g 0 77245 10721 4 1279 B3 Chocolate ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- What you should do If you have an allergy to milk, do not consume the recalled product as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. -- Learn more about common food allergies http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/information-for-consumers/fact-sheets/labelling-food-packaging-and-storage/food-allergies/eng/1332442914456/1332442980290 -- Sign up for recall notifications by email or follow us on Twitter http://www.inspection.gc.ca/about-the-cfia/newsroom/stay-connected/eng/1299856061207/1299856119191 Background This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) test results. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings. The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace. Illnesses There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. More information -- CFIA: www.inspection.gc.ca/contactus FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Media enquiries 613-773-6600 Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency |