CLASS III Food recall · Reported 14 Aug 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce/case recalled by Golden Beach
Golden Beach is recalling Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce/case, distributed in 11 states. The recall was initiated on 20 May 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-1787-2013
- FDA event ID
- 65723
- Recalling firm
- Golden Beach, Torrance, CA
- Brand
- Sunny Sea
- Classification
- Class III
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 20 May 2013
- FDA classified
- 6 Aug 2013
- Reported
- 14 Aug 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 20 May 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 6 Aug 2013 | Classified by FDA | +78 days |
| 14 Aug 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Golden Beach Inc. is recalling Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce for decomposition.
Product as listed by the FDA
Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce, 24 cans/case, 15 oz.
Where it was distributed
KY, VA, MS, MO, FL, OH, IN, AL, CA,SC,OK
AlabamaCaliforniaFloridaIndianaKentuckyMissouriMississippiOhioOklahomaSouth CarolinaVirginia
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Golden Beach Inc. is recalling Sunny Sea Sardines in Tomato Sauce for decomposition.
Which lots are affected?
Lot # 10471 November 1, 2015 3700/01173
Where was it sold?
KY, VA, MS, MO, FL, OH, IN, AL, CA,SC,OK
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class III mean?
Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause any adverse health consequence, usually labelling or quality issues.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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