Connecticut Crab Company LLC recalls Crab Cakes various sizes sold to food service
Connecticut Crab Company LLC started this recall on March 25, 2026. The FDA classified it as Class II, a middle category: eating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and serious harm is unlikely. The reason given is botulism risk. It was distributed in 2 states. This recall is no longer considered active, but recalled products can stay in pantries and freezers for months.
- Status
- Closed / older
- Recall started
- March 25, 2026
- Closed
- April 29, 2026
- Company
- Connecticut Crab Company LLC
- Classification
- Class II (temporary or reversible health risk)
- Where sold
- New Jersey, New York
- Quantity
- 39 boxes or approximately 175lbs of crab cakes
Reason for recall (official wording)
May be temperature abused, which may result in growth of Clostridium botulinum
Recalled product (official wording)
- Crab Cakes various sizes sold to food service
Distribution
NY and NJ
What to do
Compare the brand, size, lot code and dates on your package with the details above. If they match, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store. Contact a healthcare provider if you feel unwell. Step-by-step guide.
Source: FDA Enforcement Report (openFDA), event 98667.