Sobico USA LLC of West Hartford, CT, is recalling 13,464 pounds of frozen, raw intact catfish that were imported from Vietnam without the benefit of import reinspection into the United States, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The catfish, both whole/gutted and steak items were produced in Vietnam on June 24, 2025. The following products are subject to recall:
- 36-pound. 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-pound cardboard cases containing individually, vacuum-packed and frozen packages of “Shera BROADHEAD CLARIAS FISH STEAKS” weighing 1.8 pounds per 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.
The recalled 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.
The 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.
