HIGH

Oceans Kitchen Imitation Crabmeat Recalled Over Botulism Risk

Oceans Kitchen recalled 496 cases of imitation crabmeat on September 30, 2025. The product may contain Clostridium botulinum due to temperature abuse during storage. Consumers should not consume the product and seek refunds.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 30, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Ocean's Kitchen
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

The potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, due to risk of temperature abuse during chilled storage at the firm.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Ocean's Kitchen Corp. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail

Product Details

The recalled product is Oceans Kitchen Imitation Crabmeat Shredded made from wild fish. It comes in 2.5-pound vacuum-sealed bags. The UPC is 1 90456 75654 2, and it is not for retail sales.

The Hazard

The product poses a risk of contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. Temperature abuse during chilled storage may have allowed the bacteria to grow.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall. Clostridium botulinum can lead to severe health issues, so consumers must take this hazard seriously.

What to Do

Stop using the product immediately. Contact Ocean's Kitchen Corp. for refund or replacement information via email.

Contact Information

For more information, consumers can visit the FDA's recall page at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0140-2026.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: September 30, 2025
  • Hazard: Clostridium botulinum contamination
  • Quantity recalled: 496 cases
  • Best if used by dates: 10/23/2025, 10/31/2025, 11/6/2025

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
USE BY OCT 23 2025 Best If Used By: 10/23/2025 Lot #CH062525 USE BY OCT 31 2025 Best If Used By: 10/31/2025 Lot # CH070325 USE BY NOV 6 2025 Best If Used By: 11/6/2025 Lot # CH070925
Affected States
WA
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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