El Campestre Ceviche De Basa Recalled for Mislabeling Fish Species
El Campestre is recalling Ceviche De Basa because the product contains Swai fish instead of the labeled Basa fish.
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 indicates is typically a score of 1 or 2. The hazard is a minor labeling error regarding the specific species of fish, with no reported illnesses or high-risk pathogens mentioned.
Plain-English summary
El Campestre has initiated a recall of its Ceviche De Basa product. The product is packaged in 2/5lbs white plastic buckets with lids and handles, which are placed into 1/10lbs cartons. The label indicates a net weight of 10 lbs and identifies the manufacturer as El Campestre in Compton, CA.
The recall was initiated due to mislabeling. The product does not contain Basa fish as stated on the label; instead, it contains Swai fish. The source text does not specify lot numbers, but notes an expiration date of 06/01/13. The distribution pattern is listed as CA.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their labels for the specific description and expiration date. If the product matches the description, consumers should stop using it and follow instructions from the recalling firm or regulatory authorities regarding disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- El Campestre Brand Ceviche De Basa. Packaged in 2/5lbs white plastic buckets with lid and handle, into 1/10lbs carton. Labeling reads in part:"EL CAMPESTRE CEVICHE DE BASA***NET WT.10 LBS***Manufactured by: El Campestre Compton, CA 90221 (310) 764-2461***".
- Manufacturer
- El Campestre
- Category
- Food — Seafood
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 259
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)
- Product is not coded with lot numbers. Expiration date 06/01/13
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 6 recalled by El Campestre 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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