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Food recall · FDA · Published May 22, 2017

H & C Food Inc recalls Master Carton is Labeled As: LOBSTER FLAVORED BALL DISTRIBUTED EXCLUSIVELY BY: H & C FOOD INC. BROOKLYN, NY 11237 KEEP

H & C Food Inc. recalls lobster flavored balls due to possible undeclared egg content. Consumers should check product labels for the recall.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-2381-2017FoodH & C Food Inc. ›
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Recalling firmH & C Food Inc1300 Metropolitan Ave · Brooklyn, NY 11237-1104
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What happened, in plain English

H & C Food Inc. is recalling lobster flavored balls because they may contain undeclared egg. This could affect people with egg allergies who might experience allergic reactions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/21175-h-c-food-inc-lobster-flavored-ball-recall-undeclared-egg.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/21175-h-c-food-inc-lobster-flavored-ball-recall-undeclared-egg · Updated October 8, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-2381-2017

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“H & C Food Inc. Lobster Flavored Ball Recall: Undeclared Egg Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/21175-h-c-food-inc-lobster-flavored-ball-recall-undeclared-egg. Based on FDA recall #F-2381-2017 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-2381-2017%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product may contain undeclared egg, which can cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to eggs. This is a food safety issue related to ingredient labeling.

Who’s affected

People with egg allergies who consume the product may experience allergic reactions. The recall affects consumers who bought the lobster flavored balls from stores selling the product.

How to tell if you have this one

Look for the product labeled 'Lobster Flavored Ball' distributed exclusively by H & C Food Inc. in Brooklyn, NY. The product was sold frozen at -18°C and has an expiry date.

  • Brand
    H & C Food Inc.
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for the label 'Lobster Flavored Ball' distributed by H & C Food Inc. in Brooklyn, NY.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe for people with egg allergies?

The product may contain undeclared egg, so people with egg allergies should avoid it.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check the product label for the recall information and avoid consumption if you have egg allergies.

How can I confirm if my product is recalled?

Look for the label 'Lobster Flavored Ball' distributed exclusively by H & C Food Inc. in Brooklyn, NY.

Take action

Contact H & C Food Inc.

We’ve drafted a message you can send H & C Food Inc. to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-2381-2017 — H & C Food Inc. H & C Food Inc.

Hello,

I own a H & C Food Inc. that is covered by recall F-2381-2017 from H & C Food Inc..

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-2381-2017 (May 22, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2381-2017 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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