The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-2505-2014·Announced 2014-10-01

Sebastian Supreme Crab Meat Recalled for Potential Botulism Risk

Supreme Distributors is recalling Sebastian Supreme brand crab meat due to potential Clostridium botulinum toxin formation from temperature abuse.

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 and involves a high-risk pathogen (Clostridium botulinum) capable of causing serious injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Supreme Distributors, Inc. is recalling Sebastian Supreme brand Super Lump Crab Meat, 16 oz, Premium Pasteurized Crab Meat. The product is a product of Thailand and was distributed by Supreme Lobster and Seafood Company in Villa Park, IL. The recall is limited to the state of Nevada.

The recall is being issued due to a potential hazard of Clostridium botulinum toxin formation as a result of temperature abuse during storage. The source text does not specify the number of units affected or report any illnesses or injuries.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their refrigerators and freezers. If the product is found, it should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Sebastian Supreme brand Super Lump Crab Meat, 16 oz; Premium Pasteurized Crab Meat. Product of Thailand. Distributed by Supreme Lobster and Seafood Company, Villa Park, IL 60181

Is your product affected?

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Lot numbers (1)

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Distribution

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Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 10 recalled by Supreme Distributors, Inc. 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 10 products in this recall →