TX Firm Recalls Salted Fish for Possible Botulism Contamination

Lao Thai Nam Corp. of Dallas, TX, has recalled Number One Sompa Salted Fish because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Number One Sompa Salted Fish was distributed in the Irving and Houston areas through retail stores prior to 03/31/2014.

Number One Sompa Salted Fish is contained in a clear vacuum-packaged pouch. The pouch contains red-and-black lettering with a fish logo on the left-hand portion. The product is a 7-ounce package containing a whole processed Tin Foil Barb fish, UPC: 8 8433200019 4.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased 7-ounce Number One Sompa Salted Fish are urged to return it to the place of purchase.

The potential for contamination was noted after a routine FDA inspection found that the process for the fish being manufactured was not correctly validated.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at (469) 213-8718, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., CDT.

Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double vision and trouble speaking or swallowing. Difficulty breathing, weakness in other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

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