Kroger Stores Recalls Private Selection Light Churned Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

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

Contact:
Meghan Glynn
(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.

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