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CFIA recalls R.J. King and Moncton Fish Market frozen cooked lobster meat due to Staphylococcus aureus

Justin Barber

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says it has recalled certain packages of R.J. King Fisheries Ltd. and Moncton Fish Market brand frozen cooked lobster meat because of microbial contamination with Staphylococcus aureus. The CFIA lists distribution as New Brunswick; the recall is classified as Class 2 and is dated Sept. 8, 2026.

The notice is relevant to consumers who may have these frozen lobster products at home or in retail settings. The CFIA says people should not use, sell, serve, or distribute the affected products.

The CFIA notice identifies the recalled items by brand, product name, package size, and date codes.

Affected products

R.J. King Fisheries Ltd. — Frozen Cooked Lobster Meat CK (1 pound)

  • UPC: None
  • Frozen on: 05/12/26; Best Before Date: 05/12/28
  • Frozen on: 05/15/26; Best Before Date: 05/15/28
  • Frozen on: 05/18/26; Best Before Date: 05/18/28
  • Frozen on: 05/19/26; Best Before Date: 05/19/28

R.J. King Fisheries Ltd. — Frozen Cooked Lobster Meat CK (2 pound)

  • UPC: None
  • Frozen on: 05/12/26; Best Before Date: 05/12/28
  • Frozen on: 05/15/26; Best Before Date: 05/15/28
  • Frozen on: 05/18/26; Best Before Date: 05/18/28
  • Frozen on: 05/19/26; Best Before Date: 05/19/28

Moncton Fish Market — Frozen Cooked Lobster Claw and Knuckle Meat (1 pound)

  • UPC: None
  • Production: 2026/MA/12; Best Before: 2028/MA/12
  • Production: 2026/MA/15; Best Before: 2028/MA/15
  • Production: 2026/MA/18; Best Before: 2028/MA/18
  • Production: 2026/MA/19; Best Before: 2028/MA/19

R.J. King Fisheries Ltd. is the recalling firm, according to the CFIA notice. The CFIA identification number for the recall is RA-82632.

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