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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- AUGUSTA, Ga. – August 1, 2007 – Citing a continuing threat to public health, Castleberry's Food Company is urging retailers, food service operations, food banks, charitable organizations and consumers to be diligent in identifying and discarding canned products subject to Castleberry's national recall.
"Our primary focus is making sure that no potentially contaminated products are on grocery shelves, in peoples' homes or in emergency food supplies," said Steve Mavity, SVP Technical Services/Quality Assurance for Castleberry's. "Surveys by our own audit team, as well as those by inspectors from federal, state and local health agencies, confirm that some retail outlets, especially smaller independent and convenience stores, may still have recalled products available for sale. We are renewing our warning not to sell, open, or consume these products."
Castleberry's voluntarily instituted the recall on July 18 due to the risk of botulinum toxin, a toxin which can cause botulism, a potentially life-threatening illness. The company broadened the scope of its recall on July 21 and has temporarily ceased production in its Augusta, Ga. plant, where it is suspected that there was a processing problem on one of the facility's canning lines. Castleberry's continues to work with the FDA and USDA to identify and correct any production issues.
"Consumers, retailers, restaurants, food pantries and others should reconfirm that all products included in the recall, regardless of best-by date, are immediately disposed of," Mavity said. "Check the product description and can size of products included in the recall and follow disposal instructions communicated by Castleberry's and recommended by governmental agencies. In addition, consumers should notify family members and friends about the recall."
Mavity added, "To strengthen our outreach to smaller independent grocers, gas stations, and convenience stores, we've re-directed all of our direct retailer, distributor and wholesaler customers to contact their respective customers downstream, to ensure they are aware of the recall and follow the proper removal and disposal instructions."
Castleberry's will assist retailers in disposing of the products through Carolina Supply Chain Services (CSCS). The retailer/distributor hotline to arrange for pickup is 1-800- 821-5293. "CSCS will arrange for immediate collection," Mavity said.
In disposing of any cans that remain in homes, or in retail establishments with just a few cans on hand, Castleberry's and health officials are instructing people to double bag the cans in plastic bags that are tightly closed before being placed in a trash receptacle for non-recyclable trash outside of the home. If any of the cans are swollen, bulging or leaking, the consumer should put on gloves and eye protection before double-bagging and disposing of the cans. Slowly remove gloves and dispose of them after use. People should then wash their hands with soap and running water for at least two minutes.
Individuals who feel ill after handling or accidentally consuming any of the recalled products should seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include general weakness, dizziness, double vision, and trouble speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation are also common symptoms.
There is no need to return cans to stores. For refunds and answers to questions, consumers should contact the consumer hotline at 1-800-203-4412 or visit www.castleberrys.com.
Since the recall was announced July 18, Castleberry's has:
"We want to remind consumers that as an added level of safety, we are recalling all products listed below, regardless of 'best by dates' printed on the cans," Mavity said. "We encourage consumers and retailers to focus on the product description and can size as these are the critical details in identifying the recalled products. In order to avoid any potential confusion around case and label UPC codes, we're publishing the complete list without UPC codes."
The products included in the voluntary recall have not changed since the recall was expanded on July 21.
Brand |
Product |
Can Size |
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Austex |
Beef Stew |
15oz |
Austex |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Austex |
Chili no Beans |
19oz |
Austex |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Austex |
Chili with Beans |
19oz |
Austex |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Austex |
Onion Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Best Yet |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Best Yet |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Big Y |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Big Y |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Big Y |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Black Rock |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Bloom |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Bryan |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Bryan |
Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Bryan |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Bryan |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Bryan |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce with Beef |
10oz |
Bunker Hill |
Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Bunker Hill |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Bunker Hill |
Spicier Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Barbecue Beef |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Barbecue Pork in Barbecue Sauce |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Barbecue Pork in Barbecue Sauce |
14.5oz |
Castleberry's |
Beef Stew |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Brunswick Beef Stew Chicken & Beef |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Creamed Chip Beef Gravy |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Georgia Hash |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Hot Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Castleberry's |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Onion Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Castleberry's |
Sausage Gravy |
10oz |
Cattle Drive |
Beef Stew (Steak) |
15oz |
Cattle Drive |
Chicken Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Cattle Drive |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Cattle Drive |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Firefighters |
Chicken Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Firefighters |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Firefighters |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Food Club |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Food Club |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Food Club |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Food Lion |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Goldstar |
Chili |
15oz |
Goldstar |
Original Chili |
10oz |
Goldstar |
Tex-Mex Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Great Value (Canada Only) |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Great Value (Canada Only) |
Hot Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Kroger |
Beef Stew |
15oz |
Kroger |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Kroger |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Kroger |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Lowes Foods |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Lowes Foods |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Lowes Foods |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Meijer |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Meijer |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Meijer |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Meijer |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Morton House |
Chili with Beans (Beef & Chicken) |
15oz |
Morton House |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Paramount |
Chili Hot Dog Chili |
15oz |
Paramount |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Paramount |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Paramount |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Piggly Wiggly |
Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Piggly Wiggly |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Piggly Wiggly |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Piggly Wiggly |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Prudence |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Southern Home |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Southern Home |
Chili no Beans |
10oz |
Southern Home |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Southern Home |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Steak 'n Shake |
Chili with Beans |
10oz |
Thrifty Maid |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Thrifty Maid |
Corned Beef Hash |
15oz |
Thrifty Maid |
Hot Dog Chili Sauce |
10oz |
Triple Bar Ranch |
Chili no Beans |
15oz |
Triple Bar Ranch |
Chili with Beans |
15oz |
Triple Bar Ranch |
Chili with Beans Slow Cooked |
15oz |
Value Time |
Beef and Chicken Chili with Beans |
15oz |
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Pet Food Products |
|
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Natural Balance |
Eatables for Dogs Chinese Take Out with Sauce with Vegetables and Chicken |
15oz |
Natural Balance |
Eatables for Dogs HOBO Chili with Chicken and Pasta |
15oz |
Natural Balance |
Eatables for Dogs Irish Stew with Beef, Potatoes and Carrots |
15oz |
Natural Balance |
Eatables for Dogs Southern Style Dumplings with Chicken and Vegetables |
15oz |
Complete information on the Castleberry's recall for consumers and retailers
is available by visiting:
www.castleberrys.com
www.cfsan.fda.gov
www.fsis.usda.gov/
www.cdc.gov/botulism/
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