Allergy Alert: Broughton Foods Recalls Some Beverages

February 19, 2009

Broughton Foods (Marietta, OH) has issued a precautionary recall of certain expired juices and brewed ice tea that may contain undeclared milk protein.

The recall notice applies to the following products, distributed through retail stores in Southeastern Ohio, West Virginia (except the panhandle), Eastern Kentucky, and the Covington and Clifton Forge areas of Virginia.

• Broughton Orange Juice (pint): UPC #70880 02070; Date of January 14, 2009 or earlier (printed as MM DD YY)
  
• Broughton Citrus Punch (pint): UPC #70880 02130; Date of September 17, 2008 or earlier (printed as MM DD YY)
  
• Broughton Fruit Punch (pint): UPC #70880 02234; Date of September 16, 2008 or earlier (printed as MM DD YY)
  
• Broughton Brewed Iced Tea With Sugar Added (pint): UPC #70880 02063; Date of December 20, 2008 or earlier (printed as MM DD YY)
  

No illness have been reported in association with this recall. But individuals who are allergic to milk protein may suffer a severe allergic reaction soon after ingesting one of these products. Consumers are advised discard any recalled items or return them to the store for a refund.