The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1787-2013·Announced 2013-08-14

Golden Beach Recalls Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce for Decomposition

Golden Beach Inc. is recalling Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce due to decomposition. The recall affects 880 cases distributed across 11 states.

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 indicates a remote probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard is decomposition, which is a quality issue rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Golden Beach Inc. is recalling Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce, 24 cans/case, 15 oz., because of decomposition. The recall involves 880 cases of the product.

The affected product was distributed in Kentucky, Virginia, Mississippi, Missouri, Florida, Ohio, Indiana, Alabama, California, South Carolina, and Oklahoma. The specific lot number is 10471, with a date code of November 1, 2015, and code 3700/01173.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce, 24 cans/case, 15 oz.
Manufacturer
Golden Beach Inc
Category
Food — Canned Seafood
Hazard
Affected units
880

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 (2)

  • Lot # 10471 November 1
  • 2015 3700/01173

Distribution

Distributed in 11 states:

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