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FDA Food recall · Reported January 20, 2021

Herring in Oil with Italian Spices: Ingredients: Herring fillet pieces (fish) sunflower oil refined deodorized, edible salt, ground spices (chili, mustard, coriander, acidity regulators: acetic acid, glucono-delta-lactone; antioxidants; dihdroxysuccinic acid, citric acid, d-glucose, glucose syrup solution,, preserving agents: potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate: Contains: fish NET WEIGHT 17.74 oz. (500g) Storage conditions: keep at temperature below 0 degrees F to date of Best Before. Product

Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogenes.

Recall #
F-0202-2021
Affected scope
400 individual pieces
Initiated
December 23, 2020
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B & I Overseas Trading Inc. recalled Herring in Oil with Italian Spices: Ingredients: Herring fillet pieces (fish) sunflower … — a critical-severity action.

Herring in Oil with Italian Spices: Ingredients: Herring fillet pieces (fish) sunflower … was recalled by B & I Overseas Trading Inc. in January 20, 2021. Reason: Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogene…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0202-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

B & I Overseas Trading Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall — Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogene….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
January 20, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0202-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0202-2021) was formally reported on January 20, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 23, 2020. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. B & I Overseas Trading Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Van Nuys, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 400 individual pieces.

The documented reason for this recall is: Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogenes. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: U.S distribution to the following: WA No foreign distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

400 individual pieces

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Herring in Oil with Italian Spices: Ingredients: Herring fillet pieces (fish) sunflower oil refined deodorized, edible salt, ground spices (chili, mustard, coriander, acidity regulators: acetic acid, glucono-delta-lactone; antioxidants; dihdroxysuccinic acid, citric acid, d-glucose, glucose syrup solution,, preserving agents: potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate: Contains: fish NET WEIGHT 17.74 oz. (500g) Storage conditions: keep at temperature below 0 degrees F to date of Best Before. Product of Ukraine UPC: 40823097 903896 Importer: B&I Overseas Trading, Inc., Van Nuys, CA www bioverseas.com

Reason for recall

Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogenes.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0202-2021
Date reported January 20, 2021
Date initiated December 23, 2020
Recalling firm B & I Overseas Trading Inc.
Firm location Van Nuys, CA
Affected scope 400 individual pieces
Distribution U.S distribution to the following: WA No foreign distribution.

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

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall — stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Herring in Oil with Italian Spices: Ingredients: Herring fillet pieces (fish) sunflower oil refined deodorized, edible salt, ground spices (chili, mustard, coriander, acidity regulators: acetic acid, glucono-delta-lactone; antioxidants; dihdroxysuccinic acid, citric acid, d-glucose, glucose syrup solution,, preserving agents: potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate: Contains: fish NET WEIGHT 17.74 oz. (500g) Storage conditions: keep at temperature below 0 degrees F to date of Best Before. Product of Ukraine UPC: 40823097 903896 Importer: B&I Overseas Trading, Inc., Van Nuys, CA www bioverseas.com. Recalled by B & I Overseas Trading Inc.. Units affected: 400 individual pieces.
Why was this product recalled?
Washington State Department of Agriculture samples product and had a positive result of Listeria monocytogenes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on January 20, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0202-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S distribution to the following: WA No foreign distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0202-2021) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported January 20, 2021.

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