Khee Trading Inc. Recalls Frozen Half Shell Oysters Due to Potential Norovirus Contamination
Khee Trading, Inc. has voluntarily recalled over 7,000 cases of frozen half shell oysters imported from South Korea due to potential Norovirus contamination.
What Happened
Khee Trading, Inc. of Compton, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of frozen half shell oysters. The recall was issued because the product may be contaminated with Norovirus. The issue was identified and the recall was initiated by the firm on January 27, 2026, following an e-mail notification.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 7,306 cases of frozen half shell oysters. The products are packaged in 15-16 pound blocks within generic brown cardboard boxes.
Product Details:
- Labeling: Side panel reads “HAFL SHELL OYSTER Spec: 144PCS”
- Importer: Khee Trading Inc., Compton, CA
- Origin: Farm Raised in the Republic of Korea
- UPC: 850040844054
- Recall Number: H-0482-2026
Affected Lot Numbers and Dates:
- B250222: Harvest Date 2/22/2025; Best By 2/22/2027
- B250310: Harvest Date 3/10/2025; Best By 3/10/2027
- B250327: Harvest Date 3/27/2025; Best By 3/27/2027
- B250330: Harvest Date 3/30/2025; Best By 3/30/2027
- B250331: Harvest Date 3/31/2025; Best By 3/31/2027
- B250226: Harvest Date 2/26/2025; Best By 2/26/2027
- B250213: Harvest Date 2/13/2025; Best By 2/13/2027
- B250416: Harvest Date 4/16/2025; Best By 4/16/2027
- B250418: Harvest Date 4/18/2025; Best By 4/18/2027
Distribution: The affected products were distributed in Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Nevada (NV), and Texas (TX).
What You Should Do
Consumers and food service establishments in the affected states should immediately check their freezers and inventory for the specified lot numbers and UPC. Do not consume or serve the affected oysters. While the firm initiated the recall via e-mail, parties possessing these products should contact Khee Trading, Inc. at their Compton, CA location for further instructions regarding the disposal or return of the product.
Why This Matters
Norovirus is a highly contagious pathogen that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness. This recall is significant as it involves a large quantity of imported seafood distributed across seven states.
Source
Source: FDA Official Notice
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