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Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe, frozen, wrapped in plastic liner and packed in styrofoam box, and finally packed in cardboard box. Net wt. per pack: 1 lb. Each cardboard box contains 20/1 lb. packs. The label is read in parts: "***Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe ***Ingredients: Pollock Roe, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Ascorbic Acid, Sake, Sorbitol, Mirin, Hondashi, NaNo2, FD&C Red #40 and Yellow #5, Sodium DL-Malate *** Keep Frozen *** 1 LB***Young Ocean Inc. ***Kent, WA ***Pro

Reported: June 12, 2019 Initiated: May 9, 2019 #F-1482-2019 1300 packs units

Young Ocean, Inc issued this FDA Food recall on June 12, 2019. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 1300 packs units are affected. The recall was issued because: Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe is recalled because the label declares Hondashi ingredient but does not …. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1482-2019) was formally reported on June 12, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 9, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Young Ocean, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Kent, WA. Federal records indicate 1300 packs units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe is recalled because the label declares Hondashi ingredient but does not declare sub-ingredient bonito and lactose (milk). Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: distributed in WA only.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 4 were also issued by FDA Food. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 7 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

1300 packs

Related Recalls

6

4 from same agency

Product Description

Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe, frozen, wrapped in plastic liner and packed in styrofoam box, and finally packed in cardboard box. Net wt. per pack: 1 lb. Each cardboard box contains 20/1 lb. packs. The label is read in parts: "***Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe ***Ingredients: Pollock Roe, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Ascorbic Acid, Sake, Sorbitol, Mirin, Hondashi, NaNo2, FD&C Red #40 and Yellow #5, Sodium DL-Malate *** Keep Frozen *** 1 LB***Young Ocean Inc. ***Kent, WA ***Product of U.S.A.***.

Reason for Recall

Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe is recalled because the label declares Hondashi ingredient but does not declare sub-ingredient bonito and lactose (milk).

Details

Recalling Firm
Young Ocean, Inc
Units Affected
1300 packs
Distribution
distributed in WA only.
Location
Kent, WA

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-1482-2019
Date reported June 12, 2019
Date initiated May 9, 2019
Recalling firm Young Ocean, Inc
Units affected 1300 packs
Distribution distributed in WA only.

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

Scale of Impact

1300 packs units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe, frozen, wrapped in plastic liner and packed in styrofoam box, and finally packed in cardboard box. Net wt. per pack: 1 lb. Each cardboard box contains 20/1 lb. packs. The label is read in parts: "***Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe ***Ingredients: Pollock Roe, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Ascorbic Acid, Sake, Sorbitol, Mirin, Hondashi, NaNo2, FD&C Red #40 and Yellow #5, Sodium DL-Malate *** Keep Frozen *** 1 LB***Young Ocean Inc. ***Kent, WA ***Product of U.S.A.***.. Recalled by Young Ocean, Inc. Units affected: 1300 packs.
Why was this product recalled?
Young Ocean brand Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe is recalled because the label declares Hondashi ingredient but does not declare sub-ingredient bonito and lactose (milk).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 12, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1482-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: distributed in WA only..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1482-2019) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).