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Dry bamboo shoots recalled for sulfites not listed on the product ingredient label

Friday, April 10, 2009 

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irvin alerts consumers to the recall of some dry bamboo shoots that have a preservative ingredient that is not listed on the product label.

Fine Land Corp, Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Mong Lee Shang Brand Dry Bamboo Shoots because it contains sulfites, a preservative, not listed on the product label.  Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

Mong Lee Shang Brand Dry Bamboo Shoots is sold nationwide in un-coded, six-ounce, clear plastic packages.  The shoots are produced in Taiwan .

Consumers who have purchased the product may return it to place of purchase for a full refund.  Those with questions may call Fine Land Corp. at (718) 714-1850.

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