Ottawa, July 19, 2019 - Industry is recalling certain Pacific oysters from the marketplace due to a marine biotoxin which causes Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below.
Affected Products
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | Code(s) on Product | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Bay Seafood Ltd. | Pacific oysters, Mica’s Petite Effingham Inlet | 5 dozen | Location: BC 23-6 Landfile: 1403799 Lot: 20190715NW |
Harvest Date:14 July 2019 |
| Union Bay Seafood Ltd. | Pacific oysters Effingham Inlet Xs | 5 dozen | Location: BC 23-6 Landfile: 1403799 Lot: 20190715NW |
Harvest Date:14 July 2019 |
| Intercity Packers Ltd. | Oyster N/Shell Effingham XSM | 5 dozen | Harvest Location: BC 23-6 LF#: 1403799 P.O. No.: 114994 |
Harvest Date:7/14/2019 |
If you purchased this product
Check to see if you have recalled product in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.
Paralytic shellfish toxins are a group of natural toxins that sometimes accumulate in bivalve shellfish that include oysters, clams, scallops, mussels and cockles. Non-bivalve shellfish, such as whelks, can also accumulate Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) toxins. These toxins can cause Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) if consumed.
Symptoms
Tingling and numbness of the lips, tongue, hands and feet, and difficulty swallowing with an onset of a few minutes and up to 10 hours after consumption. In severe situations, this can proceed to difficulty walking, muscle paralysis, respiratory paralysis and death.