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Class I
Rachael's Food Corporation
Recall #F-0539-2018 · Initiated 2017-12-12
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Rachael's Food Corporation is recalling Springfield Smoked Whole Whitefish nationwide because it may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This is a serious recall (Class I) affecting approximately 43,606 pounds of product.
Who is at risk
Everyone should be concerned, but pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk of severe illness from Listeria.
What to do
Check if you have this product at home and do not eat it. If you purchased Springfield Smoked Whole Whitefish, throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it. Contact your doctor if you develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, nausea, or diarrhea within 2-3 weeks of eating this product.
Product
SPRINGFIELD SMOKED FISH Smoked Whole Whitefish, catch weight, UPC: N/A
Reason for recall
Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
43606.61 pounds (total for all products)
Distribution
Nationwide through retail and online sales.
Lot / code info
Lot/Unit Numbers: 17171 through 46171
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Telephone
Terminated
2018-05-01
Recalling firm
Rachael's Food Corporation
150 Switzer Ave
Springfield, MA 01109-1027
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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