Prime Food Processing dried herring fish recalled for inadequate evisceration, botulism risk
What this means
Prime Food Processing LLC is recalling 69 cases of dried herring fish (7 oz bags, lot code 26020) because the product was not properly cleaned inside. Uneviscerated fish can harbor Clostridium botulinum spores, which cause botulism, a serious foodborne illness. The product was distributed to Asian grocery stores across 17 states. No illnesses have been reported so far.
- If you bought this dried herring fish, do not eat it.
- Return the product and packaging to where you bought it for a full refund.
- If you ate this product and develop dizziness, blurred vision, difficulty speaking or swallowing, weakness, or trouble breathing, seek immediate medical attention and mention botulism risk.
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The agency's original wording
Brooklyn, NY – Prime Food Processing LLC is voluntarily recalling 69 cases of “Dried Herring Fish” because the product was not adequately eviscerated. The sale of uneviscerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more
Official notice
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/prime-food-processing-llc-issues-safety-warning-regarding-uneviscerated-dried-herring-fishWant us to check the next one for you?
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