P. East Trading Corp, based in Bronx, New York has issued a voluntary recall for Salted Smoked Split Herring due to potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination. Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that causes botulism, a type of food poisoning that can cause severe or fatal illness.
Background
According to the recall, “the sale of uneviscerated fish over 5″ in length may contain Clostridium botulinum spores as they are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish.”
The recall was initiated after product sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and New York State Food Laboratory that the impacted product was not properly eviscerated before processing.
Distribution
The impacted product was distributed to retail outlets in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Product Details
- Manufacturer – Sea Star Seafood Ltd.
- Product – Salted Smoked Split Herring
- Size – 18 lbs
- Packaging – Wooden boxes
- Container Code – Lot 1 PRC5073
The notice said that it was likely retailers had repacked and resold the impacted product in deli-style or in other packaging. If so, packaging and codes will be different on a per location basis.
- Retail Locations
- PIONNER SUPERMARKET, Newark NJ
- JOE’S MARKET #3, Irvington NJ
- KEYFOOD SUPERMARKET, Laurelton NY
- HAPPY FRUIT MARKET, Teaneck NJ
- EXTRA SUPER MARKET, East Orange NJ
- SUPER FRESH, Irvington NJ
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, North Bergen NJ
- FOOD WORLD SUPER FRESH, Middlesex NJ
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, Fairview NJ
- TROPICAL SUN SUPERMARKET, East Orange, NJ
- IDEAL FOOD BASKET, Brooklyn NY
- WILLIAM’S FARM #2, Yonkers NY
- S & H FRUITS and VEGETABLES, Bronx NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(Myrtle), Brooklyn NY
- C TOWN SUPERMARKET, Brooklyn NY
- KEY FOOD SUPERMARKET, Brooklyn NY
- AMERICAS FOOD BASKET, Brooklyn NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, Westbury NY
- MK NY FISH & VEGETABLES, Bronx NY
- TROPICAL DAIRY FARM CORP., Bronx NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(161 ST), Bronx NY
- VALUE FRESH MARKET INC, Hollis NY
- IDEAL FOOD BASKET, Brooklyn NY
- KEY FOOD FRESH, Brooklyn NY
- LULUCOCO, INC, Spring Valley NY
- CHOP SHOP FRESH MEAT MARKET, Brooklyn NY
- MARKET FRESH, Newburgh NY
- C TOWN SUPERMARKET, Hempstead NY
- FAMILY BEST FARM, Brooklyn NY
- ROSEDALE FRUIT, Jamaica NY
- S WON PROVISION INC, Bronx NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKEL Hempstead NY
- SUPER FRESH, Baldwin NY
- FRUIT TREE FARM, Copiague NY
- BROTHER’S PRODUCE CO., Bronx NY
- GOLDEN CITRUS MARKET INC, Brooklyn NY
- SHOP FAIR SUPERMARKET, Bronx NY
- Y & R FARM INC., Brooklyn NY
- JOHNS FARM MARKET, Queens NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, New York NY
- KEY FOOD SUPERMARKET, Far Rockaway NY
- NEW UTICA FOOD MARKET CORP., Brooklyn NY
- IDEAL FOOD BASKET, Brooklyn NY
- JOY BEST FRUIT BROOKLYN NY
- IDEAL FOOD BASKET SUPERMARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- Z & H MINI MARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- YELLOW MARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- SK FARM EP CORP, BROOKLYN NY
- K – SUPER MARKET, JAMAICA NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(Mt Vernon), BRONX NY
- BEST H&H, INC, BRONX NY
- DK FAMILY PRODUCE, BROOKLYN NY
- CO CO MARKET INC, BROOKLYN NY
- MARKET FRESH, MIDDLETOWN NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, BRIDGEPORT CT
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(JUNIUS), BROOKLYN NY
- BOGOPA FARMBRIA, QUEENS NY
- BEST FARM MARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- GREEN POINT, JAMAICA NY
- J & D FARM MARKET CORP., JAMAICA NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(MANHATTAN AVE), BROOKLYN NY
- MANGO KING FARMERS MARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- SUPER FRESH SUPERMARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- GREEN FRUIT – SUTPHIN, JAMAICA NY
- MERRICK COUNTRY FOODS, QUEENS NY
- KINGSBRIDGE FARM, BRONX NY
- ASIA SUPERMARKET INC / JD PRODUCE, SYRACUSE NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(57), CORONA NY
- LIBERTY PRODUCE CORP., RICHMOND HILL NY
- GOLDEN MANGO FARM, OZONE PARK NY
- KEY FOOD SUPERMARKET, BROOKLYN NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET(163), BRONX NY
- FOOD BAZAAR SUPERMARKET, TRENTON NJ
- WEST INDIAN FARM MARKET, QUEENS NY
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected product even if it looks or smells safe to eat.
Anyone in possession of the recalled product is requested to not sell, serve, donate, or distribute them.
Consumers should thoroughly sanitize any surface or utensils that have come into contact with the recalled product.
Consumers can return the product for a full refund or should simply dispose of it.
Consumers with additional questions or comments can contact the company at P. East Trading Corp by phone at 718-991-6070 or by email at [email protected].
Health Risks
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this recall. However, any consumer experiencing symptoms of botulism should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
Clostridium botulinum is the bacterium responsible for botulism. Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The most common source of infection is consuming contaminated food, often due to improper handling or preservation. Homemade pickled foods and improperly canned goods are frequent culprits.
Symptoms of botulism typically appear within 12 to 72 hours after exposure, though they can manifest as early as two hours or as late as eight days post-consumption. Symptoms may present as gastrointestinal distress, fatigue, blurred vision, or muscle weakness.
