Private Seclection Ice Cream

From the information provided by FDA, couple codes of Private Selection light churned ice cream are being recalled for mislabeling. The products may contain eggs, soy and wheat which are not listed on the ingredient statement. These products were not distributed in Indiana, but our neighboring state Kentucky received at Kroger stores. Information is being provided in case of consumer inquires. .

Allergy Alert; Mislabeled due to eggs, soy and wheat; No action required.

Private Selection Ice Cream Recalled From Kroger Stores in Twelve Southeastern States

Contact:
Meghan Clynn
(513) 762-1304

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 7, 2008 – Inter-American Products, Inc., a division of The Kroger Co., today announced a recall on two codes of Private Selection Light Churned Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in 1.75-quart containers with a "Sell By" date of December 3, 2008.

The two codes are: DEC0308 8070 and DEC0308 8080.

The ice cream is being recalled because it may contain egg, soy, and wheat, which are not listed in the ingredient statement. People who have an allergy to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product.

The ice cream was distributed to Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.

No other Private Selection Ice Cream products are affected by this recall.

Customers are encouraged to return the product to their Kroger store for a full refund.

No illnesses have been reported. For most consumers, there is no safety issue with the ice cream. Consumers with questions or concerns may call Inter-American Products, Inc. at 1-800-697-2448.