Ho's Trading Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Fortune Star Brand Dried Lily Bulb

Contact: Alvin Ho 718-622-2288

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Brooklyn, NY -- February 5, 2007 -- Ho's Trading Inc, 1010 Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY 11238 is recalling Fortune Star Brand Dried Lily Bulb, because it contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled Fortune Star Brand Dried Lily Bulb is packed in 10 oz., un-coded plastic bags. The products were sold nationwide.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites in Fortune Star Brand Dried Lily Bulb which did not declare sulfites on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reaction in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfites sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Consumers who have purchased Fortune Star Brand Dried Lily Bulb should return it to the place of purchase. Consumer with any questions may contact the company at 718-622-2288.