Class I U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Prime Food Processing Dried Herring Fish packaged in clear recall: Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores

Recall published 5 months ago

Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores

Prime Food Processing Seafood — recalled seafoodPrime Food Processing Seafood — recalled seafood (photo 2)
2 photos published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Botulism risk

Botulinum toxin is what this recall guards against. It gives no warning in taste or smell, and a swollen or leaking container is a sign but not a reliable one.

What the notice says: Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores

Why it matters: This product may not have been processed in a way that reliably destroys Clostridium botulinum spores. The toxin they can produce in a sealed container is one of the most dangerous substances in food safety, and it is tasteless and odourless.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Botulism is a medical emergency. The CDC lists double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, a dry mouth, and muscle weakness that starts in the face and moves down the body. In an infant, watch for poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids and unusual floppiness. Call 911 or go to an emergency department immediately if any of these appear after eating a recalled product — treatment works best when it is given early.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
D-0620-2026, H-1080-2026
Published
June 2, 2026
Risk level
Class I
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Prime Food Processing
Product type
Seafood
Units affected
1680 bottles; 69 cases
Distribution
Arizona, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah
Lot / code info
Lot #: 5950, Exp. Date 02/2028 — Lot Code: 26020. Expiration: 06.12.28 UPC Codes: 6946976817911
UPC codes
6946976817911
Reports of harm
At this time, no illnesses or adverse reactions associated with the affected product have been reported.

Products covered by this recall

Dried Herring Fish packaged in clear, plastic 7 oz bag with blue trim

What the company announced

Brooklyn, NY – Prime Food Processing LLC is voluntarily recalling 69 cases of “Dried Herring Fish” because the product was not adequately eviscerated. The sale of uneviscerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish.

Uneviscerated fish have been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning. Symptoms of botulism include dizziness, blurred or double vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension, and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

Recalled Products

Item #AF4110 – Dried Herring Fish- Lot Code: 26020. Expiration: 06.12.28

Packaging:

Clear, plastic packaging 7 oz. (198 g) with Blue Trim

Distribution

The recalled products were distributed to Asian grocery stores in the following states: AZ, CA, FL, HI, IL, KS, LA, MD, MO, NC, NH, NV, NY, OK, PA, TX, UT

Reason for Recall

The issue was identified during routine testing conducted by the New York Department of Agriculture and Markets. The recall was initiated after the product was selected and sent for regulatory testing. A subsequent investigation determined that the problem originated from an imported product manufactured in Vietnam. At this time, no illnesses or adverse reactions associated with the affected product have been reported.

Consumer Instructions

Consumers who purchased these products should return them to the place of purchase with the uneaten fish and packaging for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Prime Food Processing LLC at 718-963-2323, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 10 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 6946976817911

Lot or batch code

Usually ink-stamped near the seam, the cap or the bottom of the pack.

  • 26020
  • 5950
  • 2028

Best-by / use-by date

Printed beside the lot code, not on the price sticker.

  • 06.12.28
  • 02
  • 2028

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 7 oz
  • 1 FL OZ
  • 30 mL

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Botulism

Prime Food Processing — Botulinum toxin is what this recall guards against. It gives no warning in taste or smell, and a swollen or leaking container is a sign but not a reliable one.

  1. Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.
  2. Do not open the container. If it is already open, do not sniff it — double-bag it and keep it away from children and pets.
  3. Throw it away so nobody else can retrieve it, or follow the disposal wording in the official notice if it specifies a method.
  4. Wash anything the contents spilled on with a bleach solution and wear gloves while you do it.

Refunds, and what else you can claim

The purchase price is the floor, not the ceiling. Where a recall caused you a real cost, say so.

  • Claim the refund at the store first; it is the fastest route and needs the least paperwork.
  • If you bought several packs over time, list them. Firms routinely settle for more than a single unit when a customer asks.
  • Medical costs, lost earnings or a spoiled event are not handled at the service desk. Write to the company contact on this page instead, with dates and documents.
  • Keep copies of everything you send. If a recall caused harm, that file is what any later claim rests on.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who purchased these products should return them to the place of purchase with the uneaten fish and packaging for a full refund.

Company contact: Prime Food Processing LLC — Consumers: Prime Food Processing LLC, 718-963-2323

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Prime Food Processing seafood recalled?

Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 6946976817911; lot code 26020, 5950, 2028; best-by date 06.12.28 or 02. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who purchased these products should return them to the place of purchase with the uneaten fish and packaging for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Arizona, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Nevada and others.

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