Recall — Firm Press Release
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Expanded Voluntary Recall of Mazuri® Feed Products Due to Potential Elevated
Vitamin D Level
Contact:
Consumer:
Customer Service
1-855-863-0421, x 224
Media:
Trish Scorpio
651-375-1814
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 6, 2012 – PMI Nutrition International is expanding a voluntary recall to include three additional varieties of the Mazuri® feed products listed below, due to the potential for an elevated vitamin D level in these products. Elevated vitamin D levels can be harmful to animals if fed for extended periods, and may result in lack of interest in eating, weight loss and possible joint stiffness.
The following products with specific lot numbers are being recalled, in addition to the products included in an earlier recall announced on July 3, 2012*, due to analytical test results that indicate a potential for elevated levels of Vitamin D.
| Formula No. | Item No. | Description | Lot No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5MA2 | 0040996 | Mazuri® Primate Maintenance Biscuit 25# | APR11123 |
| 5M68 | 0006758 | Mazuri® Mouse Breeder 9F 50# | APR20122 |
| 5NAA | 0062089 | Mazuri® Primate Basix 25# | APR20123 |
The products were manufactured at the Richmond, IN feed plant and were distributed nationwide starting April 12, 2012 through today (July 6, 2012). Dealers have been contacted and asked to hold these products and to notify and retrieve the product from customers. The affected product should not be used, and where applicable, be returned to the retail dealer.
Lot numbers are laser printed on the back of each paper bag, near the top. Lot numbers are formatted as follows: APR= Month / 17=Day of Month / 12 =Year / 2 =Plant Code.
Customers who purchased the product will receive a full refund. For more information on the product recall, contact your local dealer or Customer Service (1-855-863-0421, x 224) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (EDT), Monday through Friday.
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* Note – The July 3, 2012, PMI Nutrition International voluntary recall included the following four varieties of the LabDiet® and Mazuri® feed products:
| Formula No. | Item No. | Description | Lot No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5025 | 0001330 | Guinea Pig Diet 50# | APR17122 |
| 56A6 | 0001452 | Mazuri® Small Bird Maintenance 25# | APR15123 |
| 5MA2 | 0040996 | Mazuri® Primate Maintenance Biscuit 25# | APR22122 |
| 5MD9 | 0011482 | Mazuri® Maned Wolf Diet 33# | APR21122 |
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Recall — Firm Press Release
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Arctic Zero Inc. Voluntarily Recalls For Relabeling Frozen Dessert Due To
Undeclared Milk Allergen On Label.
Contact:
Arctic Zero, Inc.
619-342-1423 x21
info@arcticzero.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 6, 2012 – Arctic Zero Inc. of Escondido, Ca. is voluntarily recalling to relabel pints and chocolate dipped bars which were produced before February of 2012, due to undeclared milk allergen. All products that were produced after February 2012 have the statement “Contains whey protein, which is a derivative of dairy”. Whey protein is considered a derivative of milk and must claim “milk” on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The Arctic Zero Frozen Desserts products were sold in 8 varieties of 16 ounce pints as follows:
- Chocolate (UPC: 8-52244-00300-8)
- Vanilla Maple (UPC: 8-52244-00306-0)
- Mint Chocolate Cookie (UPC: 8-52244-00304-6)
- Cookies and Cream (UPC: 8-52244-00303-9)
- Chocolate Peanut Butter (UPC: 8-52244-00301-5)
- Coffee (UPC: 8-52244-00302-2)
- Strawberry (UPC: 8-52244-00305-3)
- Pumpkin Spice (UPC: 8-52244-00307-7)
Product codes and manufacture dates are located at the bottom of the pints.
The Arctic Zero Frozen Desserts products were also sold in 2 varieties of 4 pack chocolate dipped bars as follows:
- Strawberry and Orange Cream (UPC: 8-52244-00309-1)
- Chocolate and Vanilla (UPC: 8-52244-00308-4)
Product codes and manufacture dates are located on the right side of the front panel of the boxes.
The products were distributed nationwide and sold at retailers including: Whole Foods, Publix, Sprouts, Winn Dixie, Independent Natural and Grocery Stores.
No illness involving a packaged product has been reported to date.
Consumers who have purchased the products and have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Arctic Zero, Inc. at 619-342-1423 x21, Monday-Friday, 9 am – 4 pm. Pacific Time or via email at info@arcticzero.com.
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