B & F, Inc. Recalls Frozen Oysters Due to Insanitary Conditions
B & F, Inc. is recalling Z.Shell Sanggul and Z.Shell HS frozen oysters because they were prepared or held under insanitary conditions, posing a potential health risk.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a 'Severe' rating under the rubric, particularly given the explicit mention of conditions that may render the product injurious to health.
Plain-English summary
B & F, Inc., doing business as Hanmi, Inc, is recalling Z.Shell Sanggul and Z.Shell HS frozen oysters. The affected products are packaged in 8 oz, 40 oz, and 3 lb sizes with item numbers 06413, 03777, FO/HS-OT8, and 136300-20110430.
The recall was initiated because the oysters were prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions. This condition may have resulted in contamination with filth or rendered the product injurious to health.
The products were distributed directly in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. Consumers who have purchased these items should stop using them and contact the recalling firm for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Frozen Oysters are packaged in 8 oz. 40 oz, and 3 lbs. The item numbers are 06413, 03777, FO/HS-OT8; 136300-20110430. The brand names are Z.Shell Sanggul and Z.Shell HS.
- Manufacturer
- B & F, Inc., dba Hanmi, Inc
- Category
- Food — Frozen Seafood
Is your product affected?
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