Seven Seas International is recalling Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this recall. This recall notice has more information than the recall posted by Publix last week.
The recalled product was distributed only in Florida by Publix Grocery stores. You can identify the product by its production code, a four digit code printed on the clear vacuum bag. Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon is sold in 4 ounce black printed carton sleeves withthe Brand name “Biltmore” printed on the front, containing the smoked sockeye product in a clear vacuum bag, the product is displayed on a gold plate. Only products with Production Code 41CM and a sell by date of 23rd May 2019 are subject to recall, all other production codes are not part of this recall. The product has the following UPC number: 007-36211-88774.
The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the Florida Department of Agriculture. Testing revealed that some of the finished product tested positive for the pathogen. All of the salmon with this production code is being removed from the market.
If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Throw it away in a secure garbage can, or take it back to the store where you purchased it for a full refund.
You should then clean your refrigerator with a mild bleach solution to kill any remaining bacteria. Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures, and freezing doesn’t kill it. Wash your hands well with soap and water after cleaning and after you touch the salmon.
If you ate this product, watch your health for the symptoms of listeriosis, which can appear up to 70 days after exposure. Those symptoms include severe headache, high fever, stiff neck, diarrhea, and nausea. Pregnant women may only feel like they have a mild case of the flu, but listeriosis can cause miscarriage and stillbirth.
