Stop And Shop Recalls Sylvia's Hot Spice
BOSTON (CBS) - After a recall by World Finer Foods, Stop and Shop announced Saturday that it removed Sylvia's Sizzling Hot Spice because it may contain peanuts.
The allergen isn't listed on the product's ingredient label.
The product can be consumed by those who don't suffer from a peanut allergy.
The product included in the recall is Sylvia's Sizzling Hot Spice, 5.5 oz., UPC 60862300051, with a lot code of 100217.
Stop and Shop has received no reports of illnesses to date.
"People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product," reads the company's statement. "Symptoms of food allergies typically appear from within a few minutes to two hours after a person has eaten the food to which he or she is allergic."
Allergic reactions that can occur include:
- hives
- flushed skin or rash
- tingling or itchy sensation in the mouth
- face, tongue, or lip swelling
- vomiting and/or diarrhea
- abdominal cramps
- coughing or wheezing
- dizziness and/or lightheadedness
- swelling of the throat and vocal cords
- difficulty breathing; loss of consciousness.
Customers who have bought the product should discard any unused portions and bring their purchase receipt to Stop and Shop for a refund.
For more information, call World Finer Foods at 973-338-0300, option 4 or Stop and Shop's Customer Service at 1-800-767-7772.
