Vega White Headless Shrimp recalled over Salmonella risk

Recall date

March 18, 2019

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Union Fish Company recalls Vega White Headless Shrimp, 21/15 and 26/30 count size. Frozen block in plastic bag, 6 x 4 lbs. per master carton. Prod…

Recall number

F-1341-2019

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Union Fish Company

Sold / distributed

CA, HI

Why it was recalled

FDA import sample found Salmonella poly D in White Headless Shrimp- lot not released. Firm is recalling two additional lots as they are from the same packer and were received in the same import entry.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Vega White Headless Shrimp, 21/15 and 26/30 count size. Frozen block in plastic bag, 6 x 4 lbs. per master carton. Product of the Philippines Processed and Packed by HJR International Corp.