Recall

Serious risk

HAIFA SMOKED FISH Recalls Cold Smoked Sprats Due to Potential Health Risk

Possible botulism risk. This can be life-threatening — do not taste it.

Official FDA notice

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  1. 1Compare your product and package codes with the affected products below.
  2. 2If they match, do not eat or serve the product.
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What the notice says

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. 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.

Recall details

Firm
HAIFA SMOKED FISH
Status
Announced
Reported
Oct 27, 2026
Started
Oct 27, 2026

Lots, UPC, dates

All Lots are included in the recall

Agency wording

HAIFA SMOKED FISH Recalls Cold Smoked Sprats Due to Potential Health Risk

Source: FDA notice. This is not medical advice. Compare your package codes before you act.