Whole Tilapia (Early Dawn) - Antibiotic Contamination (2017)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Early Dawn; Whole Tilapia IQF, Gutted & Scaled, Farm Raised, 40 lbs.; Size 550-750g OR 750g+, Lot No.: 1985507; Production Date: 08/12/2017; Best Used By Date: 02/12/2019; Product of China.
Brand
AJC International, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot No.: 1985507, Production Date: 08/12/2017, Best Used By Date: 02/12/2019
Products Sold
Lot No.: 1985507; Production Date: 08/12/2017; Best Used By Date: 02/12/2019
AJC International, Inc. is recalling Early Dawn; Whole Tilapia IQF, Gutted & Scaled, Farm Raised, 40 lbs.; Size 550-750g OR 750g+, Lot No due to Early Dawn Whole Tilapia was sampled and found positive for the antibiotic, Sulfadiazine.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Early Dawn Whole Tilapia was sampled and found positive for the antibiotic, Sulfadiazine.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
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Page updated: Jan 6, 2026