Seoul Shik Poom, Inc. of Hillside, NJ is recalling the following products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinu

Seoul Shik Poom, Inc. of Hillside, NJ is recalling the following products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium, which can cause life-threatening illness or death:Item # Description Weight (lbs) BG1103 Bupsungpo) Fz. Salted Yellow Croaker (bag) 2.2LbsBG1121BPolar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag) 4.5Lbs BG1121Polar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag)2.2LbsBG1122B Polar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag) 4.5LbsBG1124Choripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box) 29.73LbsBG1124AChoripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box) 31.6LbsBG1123Choripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box) 30.83LbsConsumers are warned not to use these products even if they do not look or smell spoiled.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.Frozen Salted/Dried Yellow Croaker was distributed in New York, New Jersey and Maryland area. It reached consumers through retail stores. This product comes in a clear plastic bag and is individually tied with rope. Photos of product labels are attached above.The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.Consumers who have purchased these Frozen Salted/Dried Yellow Croaker products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Seoul Shik Poom, Inc. at (908) 810-7230.No action is required of local health departments at this time for this recall. If any requests for assistance are received from the FDA, the Food and Drug Safety Program will contact you. For additional information regarding recalls, please click on the weblink below.**********************************************************************************For all FDA-issued food recalls - http://www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html

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