SM Fish Corp. Recalls OSSIE'S LITE TUNA Due to Listeria Risk
SM Fish Corp. is recalling OSSIE'S LITE TUNA in 7-ounce plastic deli tubs due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination found in the plant.
What this means for you
Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of 5 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
SM Fish Corp. is recalling OSSIE'S LITE TUNA, Net Wt. 7 oz., UPC 73988570551. The product is packed in a plastic deli tub and was distributed to retail stores in New York and New Jersey. The recall involves 431 units with Best By date codes ranging from 08/21/16 through 10/18/16.
The recall is being conducted because the products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This determination is based on the findings of the bacteria in the plant via FDA environmental sampling and the district's inspectional findings.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and Best By dates listed above. If found, consumers should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- OSSIE'S LITE TUNA, NET WT. 7 OZ., UPC 73988570551; -- Far Rockaway, NY 11691 --- The product is packed in a plastic deli tub.
- Manufacturer
- SM Fish Corp.
- Category
- Food — Canned/Packaged Seafood
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 431
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 (1)
- Best By date codes of 08/21/16 through 10/18/16
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 19 recalled by SM Fish Corp. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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