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Updated Food Recall Warning (Allergen): Gelato Fino Brand Tartufo Products Recalled Due to Undeclared Almonds and Wheat(Marketwire (Canada) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Oct. 1, 2014) - The food recall warning issued on September 26, 2014, has been updated to include additional distribution information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) food safety investigation. Rich Products of Canada Ltd. is recalling Gelato fino brand Tartufo products from the marketplace because they may contain almonds and wheat which are not declared on the label. People with an allergy to almonds or wheat should not consume the recalled products described below. The following products have been sold in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec and may have been distributed in other provinces. Recalled products ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brand Product Size UPC Codes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gelato fino Tartufo - 3 x 125 ml 6989217730 13325 Chocolate/Cream ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gelato fino Tartufo - 3 x 125 ml 6989217732 13325 Amaretto/Cappuccino ----------------------------------------------------------------------------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 almonds or wheat, do not consume the recalled products as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. - Learn more about common food allergies - Sign up for recall notifications by email or follow us on Twitter - View our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall process Background This recall was triggered by the company. 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 products from the marketplace. Reactions There has been one reported reaction associated with the consumption of these products. More information -- Rich Products of Canada Ltd.: 1-800-356-7094 -- CFIA: www.inspection.gc.ca/contactus FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Media enquiries CFIA Media Relations 613-773-6600 Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency |