Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Imported Without The Benefit of Import Reinspection
Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Imported Without The Benefit of Import Reinspection
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedImport Violation
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedWASHINGTON, FEB 19, 2026 – Sobico USA LLC, a West Hartford, Conn., importer, is recalling approximately 13,464 pounds of frozen, raw intact Siluriformes fish products that were imported from Vietnam without the benefit of import reinspection into the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The Siluriformes fish, both whole/gutted and steak items were produced in Vietnam on JUNE 24, 2025. The following products are subject to recall [ view labels ]: 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH WHOLE/GUTTED” weighing 10-18 oz/pc (300 – 500gr) each. 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH STEAKS” weighing 1.8-lbs/package The products subject to recall bear Vietnam ESTABLISHMENT NO: DL 811, shipping mark VN/811/IV/107 and best before dates of June 23, 2027. These items were shipped to wholesalers and retail locations in Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, and Ohio. The problem was discovered and reported by the importer after a review of the FSIS import requirements and establishment procedural guidance. There have been no confirmed reports of illness or injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness or injury should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in retail locations or consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Long Nguyen, Creative and Business Representative at Sobico USA LLC, at long.nguyen@sobicousa.com or 770-570-7077. Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .
Productos Afectados
Translated• 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH WHOLE/GUTTED” weighing 10-18 oz/pc (300 – 500gr) each., • 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH STEAKS” weighing 1.8-lbs/package
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Langcode | English |
| Field year | 2026 |
| Field title | Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Imported Without The Benefit of Import Reinspection |
| Field labels | Recall-004-2026_Food_Labels.pdf |
| Field states › 1 | Indiana |
| Field states › 2 | Michigan |
| Field states › 3 | Nebraska |
| Field states › 4 | New York |
| Field states › 5 | Ohio |
| Field summary | <p><strong>WASHINGTON, FEB 19, 2026 –</strong> Sobico USA LLC, a West Hartford, Conn., importer, is recalling approximately 13,464 pounds of frozen, raw intact Siluriformes fish products that were imported from Vietnam without the benefit of import reinspection into the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.</p> <p>The Siluriformes fish, both whole/gutted and steak items were produced in Vietnam on JUNE 24, 2025. The following products are subject to recall [<a href="/sites/default/files/food_label_pdf/2026-02/Recall-004-2026_Food_Labels.pdf">view labels</a>]:</p> <ul> <li> <p>36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH WHOLE/GUTTED” weighing 10-18 oz/pc (300 – 500gr) each.</p> </li> <li> <p>36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH STEAKS” weighing 1.8-lbs/package</p> </li> </ul> <p>The products subject to recall bear Vietnam ESTABLISHMENT NO: DL 811, shipping mark VN/811/IV/107 and best before dates of June 23, 2027. These items were shipped to wholesalers and retail locations in Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, and Ohio.</p> <p>The problem was discovered and reported by the importer after a review of the FSIS import requirements and establishment procedural guidance. There have been no confirmed reports of illness or injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness or injury should contact a healthcare provider. </p> <p>FSIS is concerned that some product may be in retail locations or consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.</p> <p>FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at <a data-entity-substitution="canonical" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="44ea4e6a-ea7d-43e2-af2e-d3d6d5c412e8" href="/recalls">www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls</a>.</p> <p>Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Long Nguyen, Creative and Business Representative at Sobico USA LLC, at <a href="mailto:long.nguyen@sobicousa.com">long.nguyen@sobicousa.com</a> or 770-570-7077.</p> <p>Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to <a href="mailto:MPHotline@usda.gov">MPHotline@usda.gov</a>. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov%2FeCCF%2F&data=05%7C01%7CMelissa.Cordell%40usda.gov%7C2ffd2d584176447889ea08dbb48bd749%7Ced5b36e701ee4ebc867ee03cfa0d4697%7C1%7C0%7C638302284933732023%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Jx%2BVgXbvTA0YVfEYBwKrSu9MQne%2BUQZ3bT04yRxlrAI%3D&reserved=0">https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/</a>.</p> |
| Field processing | Raw - Intact |
| Field recall url | http://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/sobico-usa-llc-recalls-siluriformes-fish-products-imported-without-benefit-import |
| Field risk level | High - Class I |
| Field closed year | 2026 |
| Field distro list | RC-004-2026-Retail-List.pdf |
| Field has spanish | False |
| Field recall date | 2026-02-19 |
| Field recall type | Closed Recall |
| Field active notice | False |
| Field media contact | Keith Komosinski |
| Field product items › 1 | • 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH WHOLE/GUTTED” weighing 10-18 oz/pc (300 – 500gr) each. |
| Field product items › 2 | • 36-lb. cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH STEAKS” weighing 1.8-lbs/package |
| Field qty recovered | 526 lbs |
| Field recall number | 004-2026 |
| Field recall reason | Import Violation |
| Field archive recall | True |
| Field last modified date | 2026-02-23 |
| Field related to outbreak | False |
| Field recall number export | 004-2026 |
| Field company media contact | Company Contact Sobico USA LLC Long Nguyen 770-570-7077 long.nguyen@sobicousa.com |
| Field recall classification | Class I |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the UPC barcode, production lot number, or "Best By" date printed on the packaging against the official identifiers listed above.
Do not consume, cook, or serve this product. Do not feed to pets. Seal the item in a plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (USDA FSIS).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Imported Without The Benefit of Import Reinspection?
Immediately stop consuming the product and do not feed it to pets. Quarantine the package in a sealed bag so it cannot contaminate other food, and check the lot code or expiration date against this official notice.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (USDA FSIS). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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- StatusTrue
- Nivel de RiesgoClass I
- DistributionIndiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, Ohio
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