Foppen Seafood has announced a recall of its Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized, 8.1 oz, due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall affects products sold at Kroger and Payless Supermarket stores across 15 states in the USA.
Recall Details
- Product Name: Foppen Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized
- Package Size: 8.1 oz
- UPC Code: 8 40137 10000 2
- Lot Number: 412 (located in the clear plastic window cut-out on the front of the package)
- Affected States: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia.
Reason for Recall
Routine testing identified the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in lot 412 of the product. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection particularly dangerous for certain groups of people.
Health Risks
Listeriosis can present with mild symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can cause headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Vulnerable groups include older adults, pregnant women and their unborn babies, newborns, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Consumer Actions
Consumers who have purchased the affected Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices with lot number 412 should not consume the product. Instead, they should either discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For any questions or concerns, consumers may contact Foppen Seafood at 844-646-0928 (available 24/7) or email [email protected].
Company Statement
“At Foppen Seafood, we operate to the highest standards of health, safety, and quality control. We have taken immediate steps to address this isolated incident and are collaborating closely with Kroger and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure a swift resolution,” said a spokesperson for Foppen Seafood.
Health Information
Consumers who have consumed the affected product and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal issues should seek medical attention immediately. More information about Listeria monocytogenes and listeriosis can be found on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
Contact Information
- Foppen Seafood Office USA: 844-646-0928 (24/7)
- Email: [email protected]
For further updates and detailed information, consumers are encouraged to monitor announcements from Foppen Seafood and the FDA.
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