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CenSea recalls Central Seafoods 30# case of IQF whole octopus. Three item codes /…: salmonella risk

October 4, 2023 · CenSea Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallProduct tested positive for Salmonella

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
CenSea
Location
Northbrook, IL
Reported by FDA
October 4, 2023
Recall started
September 1, 2023
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Seafood
Reason type
Salmonella

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Central Seafoods 30# case of IQF whole octopus. Three item codes / GTIN numbers depending on size of individual octopus: Item 10400: 2-4 pound whole octopus, GTIN 1 00 70041 20007 0. Item 10432: 4-6 pound whole octopus, GTIN 1 00 70041 20008 7. Item 10460: 6-8 pound whole octopus, GTIN 1 00 70041 20009 4.
    Quantity: 281 cases
    Codes: Lot# 22306314

Where it was distributed

OH, FL, GA, IL

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

CenSea recalled 1 product, including Central Seafoods 30# case of IQF whole octopus. Three item codes / GTIN numbers depending on size of individual octopus: Item 10400: 2-4….

Why was it recalled?

Product tested positive for Salmonella

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

OH, FL, GA, IL

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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