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Gustafson's Dairy, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Whey Powder in Gustafson Brand Chocolate Break
NEWS RELEASE
Contact: William J. Seago
904-284-3750
For Immediate Release
Gustafson's Dairy, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Whey Powder in Gustafson Brand Chocolate Break
Green Cove Springs, FL - August 5, 2002 -- Gustafson's Dairy, Inc. of Green
Cove Springs, Fla. is recalling all gallons of chocolate break drink because
it may contain undeclared whey powder. People who have an allergy to whey powder
run the
risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these
products.
Gustafson's brand gallons of Chocolate Break drink were distributed in North
and Central Florida through retail stores.
The product is contained in one gallon HDPE plastic jugs. The product is chocolate
in color and contains the words "Gustafson Brand Chocolate Break"
on the brown label. All product with a "sell by" date through AUG
26 02D and earlier is included in the recall. No illnesses have been reported
to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing whey
powder was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of whey
powder.
Consumers who have purchased Gustafson Brand Chocolate Break are urged to
return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions
may contact the company at 1-800-342-1092.
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