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Food Recall Warning (Allergen): Ziyad Brand Baba Ghanouj and Soup Starter Soup Base Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk and Sesame(Marketwire (Canada) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - June 27, 2014) - Product photos are available at http://bit.ly/1sLszlw Industry is recalling Ziyad brand Baba Ghanouj and Soup Starter Soup Base from the marketplace because they contain milk and sesame which are not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk or sesame should not consume the recalled products described below. The following products have been sold nationally. Recalled products -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brand Product Size UPC Codes -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ziyad Baba Ghanouj 380 g 0 74265 00380 9 All lot codes Eggplant & where sesame is Tahini Dip not declared on the label -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ziyad Soup Starter 1 kg 0 74265 00597 1 All lot codes Soup Base where milk is not declared on the label -------------------------------------------------------------------------- What you should do Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased. If you have an allergy to milk or sesame, do not consume the recalled products as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. - Learn more about common food allergens: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/information-for-consumers/fact-sheets/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 the 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. Reactions There have been no reported reactions associated with the consumption of these products. More information -- CFIA: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/contactus FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Media enquiries CFIA Media Relations 613-773-6600 Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency |