The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1241-2017·Announced 2017-01-25

Ming Hong International Recalls Broiled Eel Bits for Listeria Risk

Ming Hong International is recalling Tetsujin Broiled Eel Bits due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The product was distributed in five U.S. states.

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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score.

Plain-English summary

Ming Hong International, Inc. is recalling 352 cases of Kabayaki Unagi Bits (Broiled Eel Bits) “Tetsujin” due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall is classified as Class I by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The affected product was manufactured on May 26, 2016, and May 26, 2018, with lot number 160526013600Y0027032. Distribution was limited to the United States, specifically to California, New Mexico, Hawaii, Oregon, and Arizona. No foreign distribution occurred.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot number and manufacturing dates listed above. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Kabayaki Unagi Bits (Broiled Eel Bits) Tetsujin
Manufacturer
Ming Hong International,Inc.
Category
Food — Seafood
Hazard
Affected units
352

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

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