The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1950-2012·Announced 2012-08-29

LD Amory Recalls Frozen Oysters Potentially Contaminated with Norovirus

LD Amory & Company is recalling 60,000 lbs of frozen oysters distributed to Arizona, North Carolina, and Virginia due to potential norovirus contamination.

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, which corresponds to a Severe rating under the rubric, particularly given the risk of norovirus contamination from fecal exposure.

Plain-English summary

LD Amory & Company is recalling 60,000 pounds of frozen IQF oysters packaged in 5 lb bags (6x5 lb/cartons) and labeled in part as 'Product of Korea.' The recall is due to the potential for the molluscan shellfish to have been exposed to human fecal waste, which may result in contamination with norovirus.

The affected products were distributed to Arizona, North Carolina, and Virginia. All codes are included in this recall.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Oysters, Frozen IQF, packaged in 5 lb bags, 6x5 lb/cartons, labeled in part ***Product of Korea***
Manufacturer
LD Amory & Company
Category
Food — Shellfish
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)

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Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

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