Terra Medi LLC Recalls Karagounis Bros – Hellas Meze Golden Smoked Whole Herring Due to Improper Evisceration
Reason for Recall
Terra Medi LLC of Long Island City, NY is recalling all of the imported Hellas Meze Golden Smoked Whole herring vacuum packaged because of improper evisceration of the fish. The sale of uneviscerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulation because Clostridium Botul
Date Issued
Category
Food
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About Food recalls
Food recalls in the United States are issued by the FDA (processed foods, seafood, produce) and the USDA FSIS (meat, poultry, and egg products). Most are classified as Class I — the highest severity level — meaning the agency has determined a reasonable probability that eating the product will cause serious harm or death. Common triggers include bacterial contamination (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli), undeclared allergens that can cause anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals, and foreign material contamination. Check the lot number, best-by date, and UPC code on your product against the official recall notice before discarding — not every unit of a brand is always included.
What to do if you're affected
- →Stop consuming the product immediately.
- →Check your pantry, fridge, or freezer for the recalled item.
- →Do not donate the product — dispose of it or return to the store.
- →Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a refund.
About undeclared allergen recalls
Undeclared allergen recalls occur when a food product contains one or more of the major food allergens — peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, or sesame — without listing them on the label. For most consumers this is a labeling compliance issue, but for individuals with food allergies or intolerances it can cause reactions ranging from hives and swelling to anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction.
⚠ If you have a known allergy to the undeclared ingredient and have consumed the product, monitor for symptoms. If you carry an epinephrine auto-injector, keep it accessible. Consult your allergist if you are unsure.
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