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560 Pounds of Smoked Fish Recalled Over Deadly Toxin
28 Oct
Summary
- Over 500 pounds of Haifa Smoked Fish sprats recalled Oct. 27.
- Contamination risk stems from potential botulism-causing toxin.
- Recalled fish sold in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
A significant recall involving over 500 pounds of smoked fish was announced on October 27. Haifa Smoked Fish of Queens, New York, initiated the recall of all lots of its Cold Smoked Sprats, totaling approximately 560 pounds.
The reason for the recall is a potential contamination with the toxin that causes botulism. The Food and Drug Administration issued an advisory on October 23, highlighting that the company was producing the smoked fish without implementing essential safety controls.
Consumers are strongly advised not to consume the recalled fish, even if it appears and smells normal. Botulism is a serious illness caused by a toxin from Clostridium botulinum bacteria that attacks the nervous system, potentially leading to paralysis and breathing difficulties.
The affected products were sold to retailers, restaurants, and wholesalers in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, though it is possible the distribution extended to other areas. As of the recall announcement, no illnesses related to this product had been reported.
