The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1048-2013·Announced 2013-03-13

UpRiver Cold Smoke Atlantic Salmon Recalled for Listeria

Mkg Provisions Inc is recalling UpRiver brand Cold Smoke Atlantic Salmon Balik Cut Sides because lab samples tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

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 minimum severity score of 4. Additionally, the presence of Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen, and FDA Class I recalls are defined as situations where there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or the death.

Plain-English summary

Mkg Provisions Inc is recalling UpRiver brand Cold Smoke Atlantic Salmon Balik Cut Sides, vacuum packed. The recall involves Batch #911, with a total quantity of 1,020 lbs. The product was distributed in Florida and Illinois.

The recall was initiated after results from company lab samples revealed that some of the samples contained Listeria monocytogenes. This is a serious foodborne pathogen that can cause severe illness, particularly in high-risk groups such as pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific batch number and product description. If found, they should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. The source text does not specify a contact number or further instructions for consumers.

The recalled product

Product
UpRiver brand Cold Smoke Atlantic Salmon Balik Cut Sides Vacuum Packed
Manufacturer
Mkg Provisions Inc
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 (1)

  • Batch #911

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Mkg Provisions Inc 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.

See all 4 products in this recall →