ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- The Food and Drug Administration
is announcing that Pacific Giant, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA is recalling the
HANSUNG(R) Salted Yellow Croaker fish, because it has the potential to be
contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-
threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product
even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the
following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, 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.
The salted, uneviscerated yellow croaker was distributed directly by
the firm to 26 seafood distributors and supermarkets located in the following
states: California, New York, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Arizona,
Washington, Texas, and Illinois. According to the firm, approximately 624
cases of 30 lbs/case were distributed to the firm's customers during the last
eighteen months.
The product, consisting of 5 to 6 whole yellow croaker fish placed on
a white plastic tray, is vacuum packed in a multi-colored 16 oz. plastic
package. The front and back of the package are labeled as "HANSUNG(R) Salted
Yellow Croaker" and the back of the package includes the statement "IMPORTED
BY :PACIFIC GIANT, INC" and "Ingredients: Yellow Croaker, Salt ." The
product is labeled in both Korean and English.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The potential for contamination
was noted after routine testing by the New York State Department of
Agriculture & Markets revealed the presence of Clostridium botulinum in salted
yellow croaker.
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the
place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact
Pacific Giant at 213-689-4000.
SOURCE Food and Drug Administration
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