The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1387-2013·Announced 2013-05-22

Hokkai Frozen Half Shell Oysters Recalled for Insanitary Conditions

Hong Chang Corporation is recalling Hokkai Frozen Half Shell Oysters because they were prepared under insanitary conditions, posing a potential health risk.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text does not report any specific illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Hong Chang Corporation is voluntarily recalling Hokkai Frozen Half Shell Oysters, 144 pcs/case. The recall was initiated because the product was prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions. This situation may have caused the oysters to become contaminated with filth or rendered them injurious to health.

The recall covers the United States. No specific lot numbers or codes are listed in the notice. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Hokkai Frozen Half Shell Oyster, 144 pcs/case.

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)

  • No codes.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Hong Chang Corporation 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 →