Sinosharp Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergens in "Chocolate Flavored Cookies"

For Immediate Release

June 15, 2016

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Consumers

Sinosharp Import & Export Company, Ltd.
718-628-8018

Announcement

Sinosharp Import & Export Co., Ltd of Ridgewood, NY, is recalling its 13.74 oz and 2.2 lbs packages of “Chocolate Flavored Cookies” because this product contains undeclared milk allergens. Consumers who are allergic to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. The product is imported from China.

The recalled “Chocolate Flavored Cookies” were distributed in New York, Texas, California and Massachusetts. The product comes in 13.74 oz and 2.2 lbs plastic container with UPC code 6933620900051 and 6933620900242 on the side.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of undeclared milk allergen in the 2.2 lbs packages of “Chocolate Flavored Cookies” which did not declare milk as an ingredient on the label.

Consumers who have purchased 13.74 oz and 2.2 lbs packages of “Chocolate Flavored Cookies” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-628-8018.

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