Severity
Low
LowClass IIITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported June 20, 2012
Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton.
MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contamina…
Milky Way Intl Trading Corp recalled Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton. - a low-severity action.
Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton. was recalled by Milky Way Intl Trading Corp in June 20, 2012. Reason: MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1422-2012 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Milky Way Intl Trading Corp issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or….
- Low
- severity level
- Class III
- classification
- June 20, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1422-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1422-2012) was formally reported on June 20, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 30, 2012. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Milky Way Intl Trading Corp is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Norwalk, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 31,425 cases.
The documented reason for this recall is: MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have b… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the US: CT, IL, TN, NC, MI, OH, and AR.. 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.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
31,425 cases
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton.
Reason for recall
MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered injurious to health.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1422-2012 |
| Date reported | June 20, 2012 |
| Date initiated | May 30, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Milky Way Intl Trading Corp |
| Firm location | Norwalk, CA |
| Affected scope | 31,425 cases |
| Distribution | Nationwide in the US: CT, IL, TN, NC, MI, OH, and AR. |
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.
- Check the recall number (F-1422-2012) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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? ▼
Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton.. Recalled by Milky Way Intl Trading Corp. Units affected: 31,425 cases.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
MW Polar is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters from Korea because the product has been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered injurious to health.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 20, 2012. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1422-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide in the US: CT, IL, TN, NC, MI, OH, and AR..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1422-2012) 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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