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FDA Food recall · Reported March 13, 2019

Hot Smoked Salmon Variety Pack. ITEM # F3120SS9, Aldi ID# 51326. Each master case contains 12/4 oz. packs (4 packs of each flavor - Traditional, Cracked Black Pepper, and Cajun Flavored). Traditional, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234881. Cajun Flavored, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234904. Cracked Black Pepper, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234898. The Master Case label is read in parts: "***ITEM #F3120SS9 ***Aldi ID# 51326***Spcl Slct H/S Coho Variety Pack ***

Hot Smoked Salmon products are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Certain lots of products were found to be below 3.5% water-phase salt (W…

Recall #
F-1154-2019
Affected scope
4835 cases (12/4 oz. packages per case)
Initiated
February 15, 2019
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Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC recalled Hot Smoked Salmon Variety Pack. ITEM # F3120SS9, Aldi ID# 51326. Each master case conta… - a moderate-severity action.

Hot Smoked Salmon Variety Pack. ITEM # F3120SS9, Aldi ID# 51326. Each master case conta… was recalled by Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC in March 13, 2019. Reason: Hot Smoked Salmon products are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Ce…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1154-2019 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Hot Smoked Salmon products are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Ce….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
March 13, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1154-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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 agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

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Product description

Hot Smoked Salmon Variety Pack. ITEM # F3120SS9, Aldi ID# 51326. Each master case contains 12/4 oz. packs (4 packs of each flavor - Traditional, Cracked Black Pepper, and Cajun Flavored). Traditional, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234881. Cajun Flavored, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234904. Cracked Black Pepper, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234898. The Master Case label is read in parts: "***ITEM #F3120SS9 ***Aldi ID# 51326***Spcl Slct H/S Coho Variety Pack *** 12/4 oz *** NET WT 3LBS ***Traditional, Pepper, and Cajun Flavors*** Farmed Raise Product of Chile ***Distributed by: ALDI INC. BATAVIA IL 60510 ***. The TRADITIONAL 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***TRADITIONAL*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38 F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***". The CAJUN FLAVORED 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***CAJUN FLAVORED*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, CAJUN SEASONING (SALT, SPICES, PAPRIKA, RED PEPPER), GARLIC, POWDER CAYENNE PEPPER, SPICES, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38 F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***". The CRACKED BLACK PEPPER 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***CRACKED BLACK PEPPER*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, BLACK PEPPER, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***".

Reason for recall

Hot Smoked Salmon products are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Certain lots of products were found to be below 3.5% water-phase salt (WPS) content.

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-1154-2019
Date reported March 13, 2019
Date initiated February 15, 2019
Recalling firm Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC
Firm location Seattle, WA
Affected scope 4835 cases (12/4 oz. packages per case)
Distribution distributed directly in GA, IL, and PA.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Hot Smoked Salmon Variety Pack. ITEM # F3120SS9, Aldi ID# 51326. Each master case contains 12/4 oz. packs (4 packs of each flavor - Traditional, Cracked Black Pepper, and Cajun Flavored). Traditional, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234881. Cajun Flavored, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234904. Cracked Black Pepper, Hot Smoked Salmon, 4 oz. UPC 041498234898. The Master Case label is read in parts: "***ITEM #F3120SS9 ***Aldi ID# 51326***Spcl Slct H/S Coho Variety Pack *** 12/4 oz *** NET WT 3LBS ***Traditional, Pepper, and Cajun Flavors*** Farmed Raise Product of Chile ***Distributed by: ALDI INC. BATAVIA IL 60510 ***. The TRADITIONAL 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***TRADITIONAL*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38 F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***". The CAJUN FLAVORED 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***CAJUN FLAVORED*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, CAJUN SEASONING (SALT, SPICES, PAPRIKA, RED PEPPER), GARLIC, POWDER CAYENNE PEPPER, SPICES, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38 F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***". The CRACKED BLACK PEPPER 4 oz. Individual Package's label is read in parts: "***CRACKED BLACK PEPPER*** Hot Smoked Salmon***NET WT. 4 OZ ****INGREDIENTS: COHO SALMON (COLOR ADDED), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, BLACK PEPPER, NATURAL HARDWOOD SMOKE***READY TO EAT/FULLY COOKED***MUST BE KEPT REFRIGERATED AT OR BELOW 38F ***Distributed by ALDI Inc. Batavia, IL 60510***PRODUCT OF CHILE FARMED***".. Recalled by Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC. Units affected: 4835 cases (12/4 oz. packages per case).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Hot Smoked Salmon products are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Certain lots of products were found to be below 3.5% water-phase salt (WPS) content.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 13, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1154-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: distributed directly in GA, IL, and PA..
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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