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500+ lbs of seafood recalled over ‘life-threatening illness’ risks: Do not eat

FDA advises against consuming cold-smoked sprats due to botulism risk

By · Published October 28, 2026  02:29 UTC · Updated October 28, 2026  02:29 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: FDA advises against consuming cold-smoked sprats due to botulism risk
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The FDA has issued a warning against consuming cold-smoked sprats sold by Haifa Smoked Fish, Inc. due to the potential for botulism. The company has declined the FDA's request for a recall, prompting the agency to advise consumers not to eat, sell, or serve the affected products.

According to the FDA, the sprats were sold in various states and were distributed to multiple retailers.

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What products are affected by the recall?

Cold-smoked sprats sold by Haifa Smoked Fish, Inc.

Has the company agreed to a recall?

No, the company has declined the FDA's request for a recall

What should consumers do with the affected products?

Discard any remaining products immediately

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