The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1341-2019·Announced 2019-05-22

Union Fish Company Recalls Vega White Headless Shrimp Due to Salmonella

Union Fish Company is recalling Vega White Headless Shrimp after FDA import samples tested positive for Salmonella poly D. The product was distributed in California and Hawaii.

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 a high-risk pathogen (Salmonella) and is classified as FDA Class II. Per the rubric, high-risk pathogens without reported illness or hospitalization warrant a score of 3.

Plain-English summary

Union Fish Company is recalling Vega White Headless Shrimp, 21/15 and 26/30 count size, in frozen blocks. The product is processed and packed by HJR International Corp. in the Philippines. The recall involves 2,400 lbs of product with a Best Before date of 122120.

The recall was initiated after the FDA found Salmonella poly D in an import sample. The specific lot containing the positive sample was not released for distribution. However, Union Fish Company is voluntarily recalling two additional lots because they were received in the same import entry and are from the same packer.

The affected product was distributed in California and Hawaii. Consumers who have this product should check their freezers for the specific brand, size, and best-before date listed above. If found, the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Vega White Headless Shrimp, 21/15 and 26/30 count size. Frozen block in plastic bag, 6 x 4 lbs. per master carton. Product of the Philippines Processed and Packed by HJR International Corp.
Manufacturer
Union Fish Company

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)

  • Best Before: 122120

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: