The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1429-2012·Announced 2012-06-20

King & Prince Seafood Recalls Breaded Oysters for Insanitary Conditions

King & Prince Seafood is recalling Mrs. Friday's Gourmet Breaded Oysters because they were prepared or packed 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 III, which the rubric defines as typically resulting in a score of 1 or 2 because it is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The specific hazard of insanitary conditions without reported illness aligns with a Moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

King & Prince Seafood is voluntarily recalling two varieties of Mrs. Friday's brand Gourmet Breaded Oysters. The recalled products include the Medium 18-25 CT, Ready to Fry, Net Wt 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg) and the Canada version, Medium, Ready to Fry, Net Wt 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg). The products are packed in unlabeled, clear plastic bags.

The recall was initiated because the product has been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions. Under these conditions, the product may have become contaminated with filth or rendered injurious to health. The FDA has classified this recall as Class III, which indicates that consumption or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled items were distributed in California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, Nevada, Oregon, Tennessee, Washington, and Canada. Consumers who have purchased these products should check their pantries for the specific item and lot numbers listed in the official recall notice and dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
1) Mrs.Friday's brand, Gourmet Breaded Oysters, Medium 18-25 CT, Ready to Fry, Net Wt 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg). 2) Mrs.Friday's brand, (Canada) Gourmet Breaded Oysters, Medium, Ready to Fry, Net Wt 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg), Distributed by King & Prince Corp., Brunswick, GA 31521. Product is p
Manufacturer
King & Prince Seafood
Category
Food — 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 (20)

  • 1) Item #053820
  • Lot #0154K
  • 0168K
  • 0176K
  • 0217K
  • 0243K
  • 0257K
  • 0298K
  • 0308K
  • 0348K
  • 1007K
  • 1053K
  • 1077K
  • 1116K
  • 1124K
  • 1138K
  • 1166K
  • 1201K
  • 1222K
  • 1255K

Distribution

Distributed in 13 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by King & Prince Seafood 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.

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