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Company Contact:
Jack Cousins
985-871-8797
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 4, 2010
–Cousins Products, LLC, of Covington, LA is voluntarily
recalling the following Spinach Vinaigrette in 16 oz. jars.
This product is being recalled because it contains egg, soy, and
wheat, and was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the
presence of these ingredients. The product is manufactured using
bread crumbs which contain these allergens. People who have an
allergy or severe sensitivity to egg, soy, or wheat run the risk of
a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume
these products.
This product was distributed through retail establishments in
Louisiana and southern Mississippi and through internet sales to
Texas, Florida, Illinois and Virginia from June 2009 until
present.
There have been no reported illnesses to date.
The above omission was found during a routine inspection
performed by the Louisiana Department Health and Hospitals, Office
of Public Health, Food & Drug Unit. Distribution of these
products has been suspended while we correct the labels to include
all ingredients.
Consumers who have questions or purchased the product may
contact Jack Cousins at 985-871-8797, Tuesday-Thursday, 10 am – 2
pm, for information and return instructions.
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