T And S Oyster Farm

Recall #F-1362-2014 · Initiated 2013-07-12

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What happened

T and S Oyster Farm is recalling Lemon Pepper flavored smoked oysters sold in Oregon because they may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recalled products come in 2.5 oz. or 4 oz. refrigerated packages with a lemon pepper sticker label.

Who is at risk

Everyone who consumed or may consume these oysters is potentially at risk, as botulinum contamination can affect any consumer.

What to do

If you purchased T and S Oyster Farm Lemon Pepper smoked oysters in Oregon, do not eat them and throw them away or return them to the store. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, or trouble breathing.

Product

The refrigerated vacuum packed hot smoked oysters, Lemon Pepper flavor, is sold in 2.5 oz. or 4 oz. packages. There is no UPC for this product. The product main label is read in part "***T&S OYSTER FARM NETARTS BAY***SMOKED OYSTERS***NET Net Weight 4 oz (113g) ***PERISHABLE KEEP REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38***Cert. # OR-179-SP 703 Ivy st. Tillamook OR 97141***". Sticker is placed on the package to identify the "LEMON PEPPER" flavor.

Reason for recall

T & S Oyster Farms brand refrigerated vacuum packed hot smoked oysters, Lemon Pepper flavor, is recalled due to the potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum.

Quantity affected

98/4 oz. packages; unknown amount for 2.5 oz. packages

Distribution

products are distributed in Oregon.

Lot / code info

Pull Dates of AUG 1 2013 to OCT 6 2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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Terminated

2014-01-10