Food Recall Warning (Allergen) - Dr. Praeger's brand Organic Kale & Quinoa Veggie Burgers recalled due to undeclared egg

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OTTAWA, Nov. 10, 2016 /CNW/ - Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. is recalling Dr. Praeger's Organic Kale & Quinoa Veggie Burgers from the marketplace because they contain egg which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to egg should not consume the recalled product described below.

The following product has been sold in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.

Recalled product

Brand	Product	Size	UPC	Codes
Dr. Praeger's	Organic Kale & Quinoa Veggie Burgers	1.2 kg	0 80868 53138 0	Best Before 17 AU (AUGUST) 02 up to and including 17 AU (AUGUST) 17

What you should do

Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

If you have an allergy to egg, do not consume the recalled product as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction.

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Background

This recall was triggered by a recall in another country. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace.

Reactions

There has been one reported reaction associated with the consumption of this product.

More information

• Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Inc.: 1-877-772-3437
• CFIA: www.inspection.gc.ca/contactus

SOURCE Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

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