Slade Gorton & Company, Inc.

Recall #F-0368-2018 · Initiated 2017-10-12

Plain-language summary

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What happened

Slade Gorton & Company is recalling frozen frog legs because they contain two antibiotics (Nitrofurans and Chloramphenicol) that are not approved for use in food sold in the United States. These antibiotics were likely used in the farming process before the product was imported.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed or may consume this product could be at risk, as these unapproved antibiotics can potentially cause harmful health effects with long-term exposure.

What to do

If you purchased Icybay Brand Frog Legs with UPC code 073129282770, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to the store. Check your freezer and any restaurant invoices if you live in the affected states (AL, AZ, FL, IL, KY, MI, MN, NY, OK, TN, or WI).

Product

Icybay Brand Frog Legs, 4/6 Ct / Lb Farm Raised Trimmed, Frozen. 30 lb. Master Carton (5 lb. inner boxes 6 boxes per master case) UPC Codes: 073129282770

Reason for recall

Unapproved antibiotics-Nitrofurans and Chloramphenicol present

Quantity affected

882 cases (30 lb case)

Distribution

AL, AZ, FL, IL, KY, MI, MN, NY, OK, TN, WI

Lot / code info

PC # 28277 PO # 256476

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit