Greenhead Lobster Products recalled for possible Listeria contamination

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Health announced Monday that Greenhead Lobster Products is recalling all frozen and refrigerated cooked lobster meat.

According to the department, all products produced between May 9, 2023 and October 19, 2023 have the potential to be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes.

The recalled products were sold frozen or refrigerated in packages ranging from one to two pounds or in cases of up to 12lbs, and can be identified best using their “best if used by dates.”

The RIDOH said Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems, while others may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

The department said that none of the recalled products has tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, the recall is being conducted based on the presence of the organism in the processing environment. No other Greenhead Lobster retail products are impacted by this recall, including raw products.

Consumers who have purchased any of the products listed should not consume the product and can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The company’s customer service desk is available to answer questions at Recall@greenheadlobster.com.