USA – Herring Fillets – Listeria monocytogenes

Food Poisoning Bulletin

ZIP International Grop is recalling herring fillets in oil because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of this product.

The recalled herring in oil is labeled FOSFOREL, ATLANTIKA in 400 gram plastic packaging. It has best by dates of 5/15/13 and 7/17/13, with UPC number 4607095500208. It was sold to retail grocery stores in New York state from 3/15/13 to 5/24/13. The herring is a product of Russia.

Testing by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets found the pathogenic bacteria in the product. If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions and more information, call the company at 732-225-3600 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET.

Food Poisoning Bulletin

Gold Star Smoked Fish of New York is recalling Rybacka Wies Brand Herring Fillets in oil “Matjes Siedz w oleju” for possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.

The product is packaged in 17.64 ounce (500 gram) plastic containers with an expiration date of 10/31/13 stamped on the back. The UPC number is 021 143241228. The product was sold nationwide. It is a product of the U.S.A.

Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, those with compromised immune systems and chronic illnesses, and the elderly. It can also cause stillbirth and miscarriage in pregnant women. If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions and more information, contact the company at 718-522-5480.

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