The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1948-2019·Announced 2019-08-07

Bento Sushi Recalls Pink Salmon Bowls Due to Metal Fragments

Bento Sushi is recalling specific bowls of fully cooked pink salmon in teriyaki sauce because they may contain small metal fragments.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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. Per the rubric, FDA Class II recalls are assigned a score of 4 (Severe), particularly when involving physical hazards like metal fragments that pose a risk of injury.

Plain-English summary

Bento Sushi is voluntarily recalling 36 14.11 oz bowls of Bento Express Fully Cooked Pink Salmon in a Teriyaki Sauce with Snow Peas, Garnished with Sesame Seeds, Served on Steamed White Rice. The product is identified by UPC Code 670452710149, Lot/Unit Number 07/05/2019, and Serial Number 51310710140 JA19.

The recall was issued because the product may contain small metal fragments. This is an FDA Class II recall, indicating a situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The affected product was distributed in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Maryland. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot and serial numbers listed above. If found, consumers should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Bento Express Fully Cooked Pink Salmon in a Teriyaki Sauce with Snow Peas, Garnished with Sesame Seeds. Served on Steamed White Rice, UPC Code: 670452710149
Manufacturer
Bento Sushi
Category
Food — Prepared Foods
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 (1)

  • Lot/Unit Number: 07/05/2019 Serial Number: 51310710140 JA19

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

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