Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Recall Reason Description
Potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum
Company Name:
Seabear Company
Brand Name:
Brand Name(s)
Seabear
Product Description:
Product Description
Alehouse Clam Chowder and Smoked Salmon Chowder

Company Announcement

SeaBear Company, located in Anacortes, Washington, has issued a recall for two of its seafood chowder products: Smoked Salmon Chowder and Alehouse Clam Chowder. This recall is due to the potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can lead to life-threatening illnesses or even death. Consumers are advised to avoid consumption of these products, regardless of their appearance or smell.

The symptoms of botulism— a severe form of food poisoning— can include general weakness, dizziness, double vision, and difficulty with speech or swallowing. Other symptoms may arise, such as difficulty in breathing, weakness in other muscles, abdominal distension, and constipation. Immediate medical attention is recommended for individuals experiencing any of these symptoms.

The affected chowder products were distributed through physical retail stores across Alaska, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington, as well as through direct home delivery via SeaBear’s website (https://seabear.com/) from October 1, 2024, to March 14, 2025.

Both SeaBear chowder products are shelf-stable and sold in 12oz dark blue pouches. Lot codes can be found on the back of the pouches.

Recall Product Brand UPC Impacted Lot Codes
SeaBear Salmon Chowder
Net wt. 12oz.
SeaBear Smokehouse 0 34507 07001 3

64242902 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64242912 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64242972 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64242982 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64243042 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64243052 SALCH – Enjoy by: 10/2028

64243121 SALCH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64243131 SALCH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64243191 SALCH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64243201 SALCH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64243651 SALCH – Enjoy by: 12/2028

64250031 SALCH – Enjoy by: 1/2029

64250291 SALCH – Enjoy by: 1/2029

64250301 SALCH – Enjoy by: 1/2029

Alehouse Clam Chowder
Net wt 12oz
SeaBear Smokehouse 0 34507 07021 1

64241641 ALECH – Enjoy by: 6/2028

64241643 ALECH – Enjoy by: 6/2028

64241661 ALECH – Enjoy by: 6/2028

64243251 ALECH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64243261 ALECH – Enjoy by: 11/2028

64250222 ALECH – Enjoy by: 1/2029

64250241 ALECH – Enjoy by: 1/2029

As of now, no illnesses related to the recall have been reported. SeaBear initiated the voluntary recall after receiving a consumer complaint regarding a pouch seal issue. An investigation revealed a mechanical problem with equipment that caused the seals to not bond fully, resulting in some pouches leaking.

Consumers who have purchased the affected Smoked Salmon Chowder or Alehouse Chowder are advised not to consume the products and should contact SeaBear’s customer service team at 1-800-645-3474 or via email at smokehouse@seabear.com for a full refund. SeaBear’s customer service is available Monday to Friday from 7 am to 5:30 pm PST.

This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).


Company Contact Information

Consumers:
SeaBear’s customer service team
800-645-3474
smokehouse@seabear.com
Media:
Brad Pitalo
800-645-3474

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