Island Crab Corporation Recalls Smoked Grouper Dip Over Undeclared Allergens
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Island Crab Corporation is recalling Smoked Grouper Dip sold in Florida due to undeclared milk, eggs, and sodium metabisulfite, which pose a risk of serious allergic reactions.
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This notice was issued by FDA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Florida. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Island Crab Corporation of St James City, Florida, has issued a voluntary recall for its Smoked Grouper Dip. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product contains milk, eggs, and sodium metabisulfite, which are not declared on the label. This omission poses a potential health risk to individuals with allergies or sensitivities to these ingredients.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following specific product distributed in Florida:
- Product Name: Smoked Grouper Dip
- Packaging: 7lb plastic tub with a tamper-proof lid (packaged 1 tub per case)
- Quantity: 23 tubs
- Recall Number: H-0494-2026
- Expiration Dates: 01/20/2026 and 01/26/2026
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased the affected Smoked Grouper Dip and have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, eggs, or sodium metabisulfite are urged not to consume the product. Affected tubs should be disposed of or returned to the point of purchase. Consumers seeking more information can contact Island Crab Corporation at their St James City, Florida location.
Why This Matters
For individuals with specific food allergies, consuming undeclared milk or eggs can lead to severe, life-threatening allergic reactions. Additionally, sodium metabisulfite can cause adverse reactions in sensitive individuals.
Source
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