Cold Smoked Sprat Fish Recall
Cold Smoked Sprat Fish
What does the FDA announcement say about status?
This FDA-published company announcement reports the recall and its instructions. It does not supply an FDA enforcement classification or a live recall-completion status. Follow the announcement and contact the firm for current guidance.
What is the scope of this recall record?
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This announcement was last checked on 2026-10-27. The company's announcement date, FDA publication date and this site's first observation are recorded separately.
Why was Cold Smoked Sprat Fish recalled?
Potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum
What should I do if I have this product?
Follow the company's instructions in the official FDA announcement.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
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- FDA announcement ID
- 430737
- Product
- Cold Smoked Sprat Fish
- Recalling firm
- D&M Smoked Fish Inc. dba Haifa Smoked Fish Inc.
- FDA published
- October 27, 2026
- Company announced
- October 27, 2026
- First observed by this site
- October 27, 2026
- Agency
- FDA (food)
FDA company announcement
HAIFA SMOKED FISH of QUEENS NY is recalling approximately 560 lbs. of Cold Smoked Sprats, due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness. 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.
Cold Smoked Sprats was distributed in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania through retail stores.
The product packed loose in bulk cardboard boxes labeled Cold Smoked Sprats and shipped refrigerated.
All Lots are included in the recall
"No illnesses have been reported to date."
FDA initiated an inspection at D&M Smoked Fish Inc., of Jamaica, NY, and the inspection revealed that the firm was producing cold-smoked sprats without required food safety controls to prevent Clostridium botulinum growth and toxin formation.
Consumers who have purchased Cold Smoked Sprats are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-523-8899, between 9am and 5 pm, Eastern Standard Time.
Link to FDA Advisory