The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0084-2023·Announced 2022-11-09

Halibut Fillets and Portions Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination

Mariscos Bahia Inc recalls halibut fillets and portions due to possible salmonella contamination. Affected product was distributed to 179 restaurant customers in Arizona and California.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recalls require a minimum severity score of 4. Salmonella is a pathogenic bacterium of significant concern; however, no illnesses or deaths have been reported in the source text, placing this at Severe rather than Critical.

Plain-English summary

Mariscos Bahia Inc is recalling halibut fillets and portions (product codes HALL, HALP, HALP8) packed in 10–50 lb. corrugated cardboard or Styrofoam boxes due to possible salmonella contamination. A total of 5,718.23 lbs. of product is affected.

The product was distributed to 179 customers in Arizona and California. The firm uses 3 distributors in California and 2 in Arizona. End users are primarily restaurants.

Consumers or retailers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact your local health department or the distributor for information about proper disposal or return. Anyone who has consumed this product and is experiencing health concerns should seek medical attention.

The recalled product

Product
Halibut (fillets and portions) packed in 10-50 lb. corrugated cardboard or Styrofoam boxes
Manufacturer
Mariscos Bahia Inc
Category
Food — Seafood
Hazard
  • salmonella

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Product code: HALL
  • HALP
  • HALP8

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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