Shining Sea Fish Co. Recalls “Ma Cohen’s Kippered Herring” Because of Possible Health Risk

Date

May 5, 2026

Company

Shining Sea Fish Co.

Brand

Ma Cohen’s

Product

Kippered Herring

Reason

Potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.

Hazard

Botulism

Source

FDA

How to identify the product

• The recalled "Ma Cohens Kippered Herring" were distributed in retail grocery stores throughout MI, MN, and ND.
• The product is packaged in a clear plastic package, and a foil label with the product name and information and LOT #’s on the back of the package.
• The expiration dates are printed on the back of the package or listed on store added stickers along with the catch weight.
• LOT 25079 Expiration May 03 2026, LOT 25055 Expiration May 12 2026, LOT 25028 Expiration June 03 2026, LOT 26344 Expiration July 22 2026
• Consumers who have purchased any packages of "Ma Cohen’s Kippered Herring" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Product photos are on the official FDA page.

Official notice (FDA)

Facts are taken from the official notice. If anything here differs from it, the official notice is correct.