World Finer Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-1450-2012 · Initiated 2012-05-29

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What happened

Reese Colossal Smoked Oysters from Korea were recalled because sanitation problems during harvesting may have allowed the oysters to be contaminated with norovirus, a virus that causes food poisoning. The FDA is warning consumers about this potential contamination.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed or plans to consume this product could potentially get sick, though the actual contamination risk depends on the specific batch and storage conditions.

What to do

Check your pantry for cans with UPC 70670-00576. If you have this product, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store where you purchased it. If you've already eaten these oysters and develop symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach cramps within 1-3 days, contact your doctor.

Product

Reese Colossal Smoked Oysters. Distributed by: World Finer Foods, Inc. Bloomfield, NJ 07003 USA. Product of Korea. UPC 70670-00576

Reason for recall

According to information published by the FDA: Because of inadequate sanitation controls, the molluscan shellfish harvested from Korean waters may have been exposed to human fecal waste and have the potential to be contaminated with a norovirus.

Quantity affected

2350 cases

Distribution

Nationwide

Lot / code info

UPC 70670-00576; OYSO MY-7 1520; OYSO MY-7 1521; OYSO My-7 1617; OYSO MY-7 1618; OYSO MY-7 1620.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

E-Mail

Terminated

2013-02-21