The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a nationwide recall of two SeaBear Smokehouse-branded chowder products due to concerns over botulism contamination, stemming from a packaging seal defect.
The affected items are shelf-stable soups sold both in retail locations across five U.S. states and online via SeaBear’s official website.
Consumers are urged to stop using the products immediately and dispose of them properly or request a refund.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall involves 12-ounce pouches of the following chowders:
Smoked Salmon Chowder
UPC: 0 34507 07001 3
Best-by Dates: 10/2028, 11/2028, 12/2028, or 1/2029
Alehouse Clam Chowder
UPC: 0 34507 07021 1
Best-by Dates: 6/2028, 11/2028, or 1/2029
These products were sold in Alaska, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington, and also shipped nationwide through SeaBear’s website.
The recall was triggered due to a seal failure in the soup pouches, which could allow the growth of Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that causes botulism.
While no illnesses have been reported as of yet, the FDA warns that botulism is a serious and potentially fatal condition that requires immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of Botulism
If you’ve consumed one of the recalled chowders, watch for the following symptoms:
Muscle weakness or dizziness
Blurred or double vision
Difficulty speaking or swallowing
Abdominal cramps or constipation
Difficulty breathing
Seek medical help immediately if any of these symptoms appear.
If the UPC and best-by date on your SeaBear chowder matches those listed above, do not consume the product.
You can receive a full refund or ask questions about the recall directly through the company’s support team.
