The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0688-2013·Announced 2012-11-21

Publix Recalls Frozen Tempura Shrimp for Undeclared Soy Allergen

Publix recalled frozen tempura shrimp because a dipping sauce packet containing undeclared soy was included in the box.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling (undeclared soy) on a common allergen, which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Publix Super Markets, Inc. is recalling its Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz boxes, because a dipping sauce packet was found inside the box. The sauce contains soy, which is not declared on the shrimp packaging.

The recall affects 2,670 cartons of the product. The shrimp was distributed to Publix distribution centers and stores in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and South Carolina. Affected production codes include 668/30WI, 668/01DI, 668/03DI, 668/04DI, 668/06DI, 668/08DI, 668/10DI, 668/11DI, 668/13DI, 668/15DI, 668/18DI, and 668/20DI.

Consumers with this product should check the production code on the box. If the code matches the list above, they should stop using the product and contact Publix for a refund or replacement. Individuals with a soy allergy should be particularly cautious.

The recalled product

Product
Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case.
Manufacturer
Publix Corporate Office
Category
Food — Frozen Seafood
Hazard

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 (12)

  • Production Codes: 668/30WI
  • 668/01DI
  • 668/03DI
  • 668/04DI
  • 668/06DI
  • 668/08DI
  • 668/10DI
  • 668/11DI
  • 668/13DI
  • 668/15DI
  • 668/18DI
  • 668/20DI

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

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