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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- January 25, 2008 -- DOMEGA INERNATIONAL
LTD., INC., 98 Bay 35th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214 is recalling Zebra brand
sweetened lotus root seed and Zebra brand sweetened coconut, because it contains
undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run
the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled Zebra brand sweetened lotus root seed is sold in 6 oz. un-coded
plastic bags and is a product of China, packed by Hong Kong Ever Time Food & Grocery
Co. Ltd. The product was sold nationwide.
The recalled Zebra brand sweetened coconut is sold in 6 oz. un-coded plastic
bags and is a product of China, packed by Hong Kong Ever Time Food & Grocery
Co. Ltd. The product was sold nationwide.
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 sulfites in Zebra
brand sweetened lotus root seed and Zebra brand sweetened coconut which did
not declare sulfites on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of
sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic
shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10
milligrams or more of sulfites.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product. Consumers
who have purchased Zebra brand sweetened lotus root seed and Zebra brand sweetened
coconut should return them to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions
may contact the company at 1-646-938-7345.