JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 28, 2011--
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., is voluntarily recalling Winn-Dixie Brand
Italian Green Beans sold in the 14.5 oz can with a UPC code of
2114021236 and a best by date of Sept. 2014, due to a potential for
in-shell peanuts mixed with the green beans. Individuals with an allergy
or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of a serious or
life-threatening allergic reaction.
The recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution for guest
safety, though the company has received no reports of illness associated
with product consumption.
"We encourage guests with any concerns to return the product for a full
refund, no questions asked," said Mary Kellmanson, Winn-Dixie's group
vice president of marketing. "We are conducting a thorough investigation
to determine the cause of the peanut contamination in order to prevent a
similar incident from occurring in the future.”
Consumers with questions about the recalled product may contact the
Winn-Dixie Guest Service Center toll free at 1.866.WINN-DIXIE
(866.946.6349).
About Winn-Dixie
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., is one of the nation’s largest food retailers.
Founded in 1925, the Company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla. The
Company currently operates approximately 480 retail grocery locations
and approximately 380 in-store pharmacies in Florida, Alabama,
Louisiana, Georgia and Mississippi. For more information, visit www.winn-dixie.com.
Source: Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
Eric Barnes, 904-370-7715
cell:
904-571-6052
EricBarnes@winn-dixie.com
