Imported Smoked Salmon Slices Recalled for Listeria Contamination

Foppen Seafood, of Harderwijk, The Netherlands is recalling Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized, 8.1 oz, identified by lot number 412, sold in Kroger and Payless Supermarkets across 15 states in the USA.  The recall was issued after routine testing has revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/foppen-seafood-issues-recall-smoked-norwegian-salmon-slices-81oz-toast-sized-sold-kroger-and-payless
Foppen Seafood Issues a Recall of Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices 8.1oz Toast Sized Sold at Kroger and Payless Supermarket Stores Due to Listeria Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 25, 2024
FDA Publish Date:  June 25, 2024
Product Type:  Food & Beverages Fish
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company Name:  Foppen Paling En Zalm B.V.
Brand Name:  Foppen
Product Description:  Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized, 8.1 oz
Company Announcement  Reason for Recall

Routine testing has revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the specified lot 412. Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause listeriosis. Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the illness, symptoms may last from days to several weeks. Mild symptoms may include a fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If the more severe form of listeriosis develops, symptoms may include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including older people, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

Harderwijk, The Netherlands, June 22, 2024* — Foppen Seafood is recalling Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized, 8.1 oz, identified by lot number 412, sold in Kroger and Payless Supermarkets across 15 states in the USA. This action is being taken due to the contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

Product Details
Product Name: Foppen Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized
UPC code: 8 40137 10000 2
Package Size: 8.1 oz
LOT 412 – to be found in the clear plastic window cut out on the front of the package.
Distribution: Kroger and Payless Supermarkets. The states involved are AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, OH, SC, TN, TX and WV.

Consumer Actions

Consumers should discard product or return for refund. Customers who have purchased the affected Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices with lot number 412 are advised not to consume the product. They should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For any questions or concerns, consumers may contact Foppen Seafood office USA at US PHONE NUMBER of 844-646-0928 (24/7) or mail supportQ1087@foppenseafood.com.

Company Statement

“At Foppen Seafood, we operate to the highest standards of health, safety and quality control. We have taken immediate steps to address this isolated incident and we are collaborating closely with Kroger and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure a swift resolution.”

Health Information

Consumers who have consumed the affected product and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal issues should seek medical attention. For more information about Listeria monocytogenes, consumers can visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

For media requests mail supportQ1087@foppenseafood.com.