Schoep's Ice Cream Company Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Allergen In Kays Classic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.

Contact:
Consumer:
1-800-891-6411 extension 71

Media:
Eric Thomsen
800-891-6411 extension 106

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 26, 2012 - Schoep's Ice Cream Company of Madison, Wisconsin is alerting customers that because of a packaging error, Kays Classic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream contains an undeclared allergen. Consumers, who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans, run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The following product is included in the recall:

• Kays Classic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream 48 oz. Round – UPC #0-87848-13021 with a Best if Used By Date of 02/28/14

The product was shipped to Food City and Super Dollar stores located in Kentucky, Virginia and Tennessee.

This recall was initiated upon discovery that certain containers of Kays Vanilla Bean Ice Cream contained Kays Butter Pecan Ice Cream.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased the affected product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions or concerns may contact Schoep's, the manufacturer, at 1-800-891-6411 extension 71.