The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0372-2018·Announced 2017-11-22

Performance Food Group Recalls Pasteurized Crabmeat Due to Temperature Abuse

Performance Food Group is recalling specific cans of Chicken of the Sea and Jack's Catch pasteurized crabmeat due to potential temperature abuse during transit.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a theoretical risk of temperature abuse without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Performance Food Group, Inc. is recalling 353 cases of Chicken of the Sea and Jack's Catch pasteurized crabmeat products. The affected items include Chicken of the Sea Pasteurized Crabmeat Lump Blend (Item #411820), Chicken of the Sea Pasteurized Crabmeat Claw (Item #370810), Jack's Catch Pasteurized Crabmeat Jumbo Lump (Item #193980), and Jack's Catch Pasteurized Crabmeat Lump (Item #199830). All products are packaged in 1 LB or 16 OZ tin cans.

The recall was initiated due to potential temperature abuse to the product during transit. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall. The affected products were distributed in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska.

Consumers who have these products should check their pantries for the specific item numbers and manufacturer codes listed in the recall notice. If the product matches the recalled items, consumers should stop using it and contact Performance Food Group for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Chicken of the Sea Pasteurized Crabmeat Lump Blend, Item #411820; Chicken of the Sea Pasteurized Crabmeat Claw, Item #370810; Jack's Catch Pasteurized Crabmeat Jumbo Lump Item #193980; Jack's Catch Pasteurized Crabmeat Lump, Item #199830. All packaged in 1 LB or 16 OZ tin cans.

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 (5)

  • Item #193980 Manufacturer Code Number: 93981-10 and Best by Date: 10/08/2018
  • 10/28/2018
  • 11/08/2018
  • 11/18/2018
  • Item #199830 Manufacturer Code Number: 93982-10 and Best by Date: 10/03/2018

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states: