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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1944-2014/FDA enforcement
Zip International Group LLC.·Food·Apr 26, 2013

Kaija Ivasi Lightly Salted Herring Fillets in Oil

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Kaija Ivasi lightly salted herring does not meet water phase salt standard of five percent for processed fish.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAMD, PA, MN, NY +1 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameZip International Group LLC.
Recalling firmZip International Group LLC.Edison, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • UPC 3585600709 September 7 2013
Distribution area
MDPAMNNYOH

MD, PA, MN, NY, OH, & PA

United States

Quantity affected11 BOXES (12 tins each)
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 21, 2014
FDA recall numberF-1944-2014

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Zip International Group LLC. initiated this food recall on April 26, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Kaija Ivasi lightly salted herring does not meet water phase salt standard of five percent for processed fish. The FDA report lists distribution as: MD, PA, MN, NY, OH,& PA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Kaija Ivasi lightly salted herring does not meet water phase salt standard of five percent for processed fish.

Kaija Ivasi Lightly Salted Herring Fillets in Oil was made or distributed by Zip International Group LLC. in Edison, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1944-2014, dated May 21, 2014.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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 fish

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a fish 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 fish allergy, especially anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a fish 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 Kaija Ivasi Lightly Salted Herring Fillets in Oil recall?

Zip International Group LLC. recalled Kaija Ivasi Lightly Salted Herring Fillets in Oil in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1944-2014. Kaija Ivasi lightly salted herring does not meet water phase salt standard of five percent for processed fish.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a fish 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.

Is the Zip International Group LLC. 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-1944-2014. 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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Official source

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