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FDA Food recall · Reported November 16, 2022

La Rosa Brand BluCrab Pasteurized Crabmeat (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) Peso Neto: 454g Can label art is the same for all cans, there is a sticker for each category (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) that goes on the lid.

Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat.

Recall #
F-0178-2023
Affected scope
51 cases/612 lbs
Initiated
October 14, 2022
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River City Seafood International LLC recalled La Rosa Brand BluCrab Pasteurized Crabmeat (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) Peso Neto: 454g Can labe… - a moderate-severity action.

La Rosa Brand BluCrab Pasteurized Crabmeat (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) Peso Neto: 454g Can labe… was recalled by River City Seafood International LLC in November 16, 2022. Reason: Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0178-2023 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

River City Seafood International LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
November 16, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0178-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0178-2023) was formally reported on November 16, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 14, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. River City Seafood International LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Jacksonville, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 51 cases/612 lbs.

The documented reason for this recall is: Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Domestic distribution only.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

51 cases/612 lbs

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

La Rosa Brand BluCrab Pasteurized Crabmeat (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) Peso Neto: 454g Can label art is the same for all cans, there is a sticker for each category (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) that goes on the lid.

Reason for recall

Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0178-2023
Date reported November 16, 2022
Date initiated October 14, 2022
Recalling firm River City Seafood International LLC
Firm location Jacksonville, FL
Affected scope 51 cases/612 lbs
Distribution Domestic distribution only.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
La Rosa Brand BluCrab Pasteurized Crabmeat (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) Peso Neto: 454g Can label art is the same for all cans, there is a sticker for each category (Jumbo, Lump, Claw) that goes on the lid.. Recalled by River City Seafood International LLC. Units affected: 51 cases/612 lbs.
Why was this product recalled?
Defective seal in cans containing pasteurized crabmeat.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 16, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0178-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Domestic distribution only..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0178-2023) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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