The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0563-2018·Announced 2018-01-10

Early Dawn Whole Tilapia Recalled for Sulfadiazine Antibiotic Residue

AJC International, Inc. is recalling Early Dawn Whole Tilapia found to contain the antibiotic Sulfadiazine. The product was distributed in Pennsylvania.

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: The agency classified this recall as Class II, which corresponds to the 'Severe' severity level in the rubric for FDA recalls.

Plain-English summary

AJC International, Inc. is recalling 169 cases of Early Dawn Whole Tilapia IQF, Gutted & Scaled, Farm Raised, 40 lbs. The specific lot number is 1985507, with a production date of 08/12/2017 and a best used by date of 02/12/2019. The product is identified as a product of China.

The recall was initiated because samples of the tilapia tested positive for the antibiotic Sulfadiazine. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

The affected product was distributed in Pennsylvania (PA). Consumers who have this specific product in their possession should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Early Dawn; Whole Tilapia IQF, Gutted & Scaled, Farm Raised, 40 lbs.; Size 550-750g OR 750g+, Lot No.: 1985507; Production Date: 08/12/2017; Best Used By Date: 02/12/2019; Product of China.
Manufacturer
AJC International, Inc.
Category
Food — Frozen Seafood
Hazard
Affected units
169

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)

  • Lot No.: 1985507
  • Production Date: 08/12/2017
  • Best Used By Date: 02/12/2019

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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