The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1984-2016·Announced 2016-08-31

SM Fish Corp. Recalls Ossie's Pickled Lox Due to Listeria Risk

SM Fish Corp. is recalling Ossie's Pickled Lox & Cream because the manufacturing plant tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed in New York and New Jersey.

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 agency classified this as an FDA Class I recall, which is the highest risk category. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls must be scored at least 4 (Severe), even without reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

SM Fish Corp. is recalling 336 containers of Ossie's Pickled Lox & Cream, Net Wt. 8 Oz. The product is packed in a plastic deli tub and carries the UPC 739885104113. The recall is limited to units with Best By date codes ranging from 7/21/16 through 08/20/16, which are located on the bottom of the plastic tub.

The recall was initiated because the manufacturing plant in Far Rockaway, NY, tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The presence of this bacteria in the facility creates a potential for contamination of the product. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The affected product was distributed in New York and New Jersey. Consumers who have this product in their possession should check the Best By date code on the bottom of the tub. If the date falls within the specified range, they should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
OSSIE'S PICKLED LOX & CREAM, NET WT. 8 OZ., UPC 739885104113; -- Far Rockaway, NY 11691 --- The product is packed in a plastic deli tub.
Manufacturer
SM Fish Corp.
Hazard
Affected units
336

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 14 recalled by SM Fish Corp. 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.

See all 14 products in this recall →