Royal Seafood Baza, Inc.

Recall #F-1145-2017 · Initiated 2016-12-02

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What happened

Royal Seafood Baza recalled bulk herring in brine products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria. The recall affects 405 buckets distributed across seven states.

Who is at risk

Everyone should avoid this product, but it poses the greatest risk to pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.

What to do

If you purchased herring labeled 'HERRING SUPER DUNAYSKAYA BY PC' with label number 204311 in a 25 lb. white plastic bucket, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store. Contact your doctor if you have eaten this product and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or nausea.

Product

Refrigerated, Ready to Eat Herring in Brine with no brand name, packaged in bulk 25 lb. white plastic bucket and labeled in part ** 204311 ** HERRING SUPER DUNAYSKAYA BY PC ** (label on the metal handle of bucket)

Reason for recall

The product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

405 bulk buckets total

Distribution

New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, and North Carolina

Lot / code info

Code 204311; Herring product with pack dates "11/2/16 - "11/30/16"

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release