Foremost Foods International, Inc. Issues Recall On Certain Pangasinan Smoked Seafood Products Due To Possible Health Risk
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Foremost Foods International, Inc. Issues Recall On Certain
Pangasinan Smoked Seafood Products Due To Possible Health Risk
Contact:
Consumer:
(909) 525-9500 x 154
Media:
Joselito Reyes
(909) 525-9500 x 154
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 3, 2011 - Foremost Foods, International, Inc. of Pomona, CA, is issuing a voluntary recall on certain Pangasinan brand smoked seafood products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled. The products were manufactured by FITRITE Incorporated of the Philippines.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.
These products were distributed in the States of California, Nevada, and Washington through Seafood City and Manila Seafood retail stores. This recall involves products sold between March, 2010 and October, 2011. The products are sold in a clear vacuum packed plastic package and marked with the specific descriptions listed below:
| UPC | Description | Pack | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2239257451 | PANGASINAN Roundscad Smoked Galunggong | 60 | 6 OZ |
| 2239257470 | PANGASINAN Mackerel Smoked Hasa Hasa | 60 | 6 OZ |
The recall was initiated after the FDA sampled the product and found it to be partially uneviscerated and may have the potential to cause Botulism.
There have been no illnesses reported to date.
Consumers who have purchased the above mentioned products are urged to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (909) 525-9500 extension 154 (M-F 9:00AM to 5:00PM).
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