Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products

Detected March 1st, 2026

Summary

Sobico USA LLC is recalling approximately 1,209 pounds of Siluriformes fish products that were imported into the United States without the benefit of import re-inspection. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing this public health alert to ensure consumers are aware of the recall.

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What changed

Sobico USA LLC is recalling 1,209 pounds of Siluriformes fish products due to being imported without the required U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) import re-inspection. The recalled products were produced in Vietnam and entered the U.S. without undergoing the necessary inspection process, posing a potential risk to public health. The FSIS has not received any adverse event reports associated with the consumption of these products.

This recall is an alert to consumers and businesses that these products are not compliant with U.S. import regulations. While no specific compliance deadline or penalty is mentioned, businesses involved in importing food products must ensure they adhere to all FSIS import re-inspection requirements to prevent similar recalls and potential enforcement actions. Consumers who have purchased these products are advised not to consume them and to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase.

What to do next

Verify import documentation for Siluriformes fish products to ensure FSIS import re-inspection compliance.
Review import procedures for all seafood products to confirm adherence to U.S. regulatory requirements.
Notify FSIS of any non-compliant imported products discovered.

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004-2026 High - Class I Import Violation
Active Thu, 02/19/2026 - Current Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, Ohio

Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Imported Without The Benefit of Import Reinspection

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, 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/.