RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0726-2016/FDA enforcement
Giant Eagle, INC.·Food·Feb 4, 2016

Refrigerated, Fresh, Panko Breaded Cod Fillet Packed in Blue Foam Tray with Plastic Overwrap

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    All lot codes up to and including February 8, 2016 of Giant Eagle brand Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets, prepared and sold from the Seafood department inside Giant Eagle and Market…

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAPA, OHMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameGiant Eagle, INC.
Recalling firmGiant Eagle, INC.Pittsburgh, PA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • UPC: starting with 268106
Distribution area
PAOH

PA OH

United States

Quantity affected420 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 16, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0726-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Giant Eagle, INC. initiated this food recall on February 4, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: All lot codes up to and including February 8, 2016 of Giant Eagle brand Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets, prepared and sold from the Seafood department inside Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets through February 4, 2016 have been voluntarily recalled by Giant Eagle due to an undeclared soy allergen. The FDA report lists distribution as: PA OH.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: All lot codes up to and including February 8, 2016 of Giant Eagle brand Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets, prepared and sold from the Seafood department inside Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets through February 4, 2016 have been voluntarily recalled by Giant Eagle due to an undeclared soy allergen.

Refrigerated, Fresh, Panko Breaded Cod Fillet Packed in Blue Foam Tray with Plastic Overwrap was made or distributed by Giant Eagle, INC. in Pittsburgh, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0726-2016, dated March 16, 2016.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared soy

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a soy allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed soy allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a soy allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Refrigerated, Fresh, Panko Breaded Cod Fillet Packed in Blue Foam Tray with Plastic Overwrap recall?

Giant Eagle, INC. recalled Refrigerated, Fresh, Panko Breaded Cod Fillet Packed in Blue Foam Tray with Plastic Overwrap in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0726-2016. All lot codes up to and including February 8, 2016 of Giant Eagle brand Japanese Breaded Cod Fillets, prepared and sold from the Seafood department inside Giant Eagle and Market…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared soy exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a soy allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared soy symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared soy?

People with a diagnosed soy allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a soy allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Giant Eagle, INC.?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0726-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Giant Eagle, INC. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0726-2016. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.