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E&E Foods Goldband Snapper Fillets Recalled for Species Mislabeling (925 Cases) 2025

E&E Foods recalled 925 cases of Goldband Snapper Fillets sold in CO, IL, MO, MN and UT after FDA testing found the product is Sharptooth Snapper. The fish is wild caught in Indonesia and distributed by E&E Foods. Consumers who bought this product should not consume it and should contact E&E Foods for refund or replacement information.

Official notice
E&E FoodsFood & BeveragesProduction date: 21824Production date: 21924Production date: 22124

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
September 11, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 11, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
E&E Foods
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
5 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
E&E Foods
Product type
Snapper Fillets (Skin-on)
Model numbers
Production date: 21824, Production date: 21924, Production date: 22124, Production date: 22224
Sizes
8-10 oz
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
CO, IL, MO, MN, UT

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    September 11, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    September 24, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Goldband Snapper is recalled because testing confirmed fish is Sharptooth Snapper.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact E&E Foods Inc for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail

About This Product

This product consists of skin-on frozen snapper fillets sold in 10-lb boxes, intended for home cooking. It is wild-caught in Indonesia and distributed by E&E Foods.

Why This Is Dangerous

Testing showed the product is Sharptooth Snapper rather than Goldband Snapper. Mislabeling can create safety and allergy concerns and mislead consumers about the species consumed.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers who bought this product should discard it. The recall affects several midwestern and mountain states. Refunds or replacements are available through E&E Foods.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check packaging for item #991900011
  2. Inspect production date codes 21824, 21924, 22124, 22224
  3. Verify country of origin is Indonesia
  4. Discard if product matches recall details
  5. Contact E&E Foods for refund or replacement

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing typically 4-6 weeks after claim submission

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Keep records of all communications
  • File a complaint with FDA if manufacturer is unresponsive
  • Consider seeking legal advice if substantial injury occurs or company remains uncooperative

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always verify species labeling on seafood
  • Look for country of origin and production codes
  • Purchase from reputable markets with transparent labeling
  • Keep receipts and packaging for recalls

Documentation advice

Save the recall notice, packaging, receipts, and all email correspondence; document any health issues experienced after consumption

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Product Details

Product: Goldband Snapper Pristipomoides spp Fillets Skin-on Frozen. Item #991900011. Net weight: 10 lbs per box. Size: 8-10 oz. Packaging: Individually Vacuum Package (IVP) in plain white cardboard box. Origin: Indonesia. Distributor: E&E Foods, Renton, WA. Recall date: 2025-09-11. Status: ACTIVE. Distribution: CO, IL, MO, MN, UT. Quantity: 925 cases.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • Distribution states: CO, IL, MO, MN, UT
  • Product: Goldband Snapper Fillets Skin-on Frozen

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Production date: 21824
Production date: 21924
Production date: 22124
Production date: 22224
Affected States
CO, IL, MO, MN, UT
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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