Better Buns Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs in 22oz Europa Baking Company Brand 6 Pack Knot Rolls

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Better Buns Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs in 22oz Europa Baking Company Brand 6 Pack Knot Rolls

Contact:
Denise
(516) 932-5524

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 18, 2009 - Better Buns Inc. is recalling its 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls because they may contain undeclared eggs.  People who have allergies to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls was distributed and sold in retail stores in Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Counties in New York State. 

The product comes in a 22 oz, clear plastic bag, distributed by Better Buns Inc., New Hyde Park, New York, with UPC code 6 321081000 5.  It has a SELL BY date of September 2^nd through September 15^th, 2009. 

One illness has been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated on September 14, 2009 after it was discovered that the egg containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of eggs.  Effective September 15^th, 2009, all packages have been correctly labeled to state the product contains eggs. 

Consumers who have purchased the 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls are urged to return them to Better Buns Inc. for a full refund.  Consumers may contact the company at 516-932-5524 between the hours of 9am and 5 pm EDT.

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