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FDA Food recall · Reported November 21, 2012

Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case.

On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discovered that a dipping sauce packet was included in the box with the shrim…

Recall #
F-0688-2013
Affected scope
2, 670 cartons
Initiated
October 16, 2012
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Publix Corporate Office recalled Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case. - a critical-severity action.

Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case. was recalled by Publix Corporate Office in November 21, 2012. Reason: On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discove…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0688-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Publix Corporate Office issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discove….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
November 21, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0688-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0688-2013) was formally reported on November 21, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 16, 2012. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Publix Corporate Office is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lakeland, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 2, 670 cartons.

The documented reason for this recall is: On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discovered that a dipping sauce packet was included in the box with the shrimp. The sauce contains undeclared soy. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed to Publix Distribution centers and stores in FL, AL, TN, GA, and SC.. 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

Critical

Affected scope

2, 670 cartons

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case.

Reason for recall

On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discovered that a dipping sauce packet was included in the box with the shrimp. The sauce contains undeclared soy.

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-0688-2013
Date reported November 21, 2012
Date initiated October 16, 2012
Recalling firm Publix Corporate Office
Firm location Lakeland, FL
Affected scope 2, 670 cartons
Distribution Product was distributed to Publix Distribution centers and stores in FL, AL, TN, GA, and SC.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Frozen Publix Brand Premium Tempura Shrimp, 11 oz box packed 10 boxes per case.. Recalled by Publix Corporate Office. Units affected: 2, 670 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
On 10/16/2012, Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalled their Publix Premium Tempura Shrimp because it was discovered that a dipping sauce packet was included in the box with the shrimp. The sauce contains undeclared soy.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 21, 2012. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0688-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed to Publix Distribution centers and stores in FL, AL, TN, GA, and SC..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0688-2013) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported November 21, 2012. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.