Consumers are warned to discard canned tuna from certain stores due to potential contamination risks. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall impacting several states.
Recall Details and Cause
Tri-Union Seafoods initiated a voluntary recall last February. This action was prompted by a manufacturing defect in the “easy open” pull tabs of specific canned tuna products. Over time, this defect may compromise the product seal, leading to leaks and potential contamination from Clostridium botulinum.
Clostridium botulinum can cause botulism, a serious food poisoning that may be life-threatening. As a result of ongoing assessments, Tri-Union identified more affected canned tuna shipments distributed to third-party retail outlets.
Affected Retail Stores
The contaminated tuna products were distributed to various retail stores across nine states:
- Meijer (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin)
- Giant Foods (Maryland, Virginia)
- Safeway
- Albertsons
- Vons
- Pavilions (California)
Identifying Recalled Products
Consumers should check their canned tuna against the following product details:
| Product Description | UPC Number | Can Code | Best If Used By Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 oz. 4 pack of Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil | 4800073265 | S84N D2L, S84N D3L | 1/21/2028, 1/24/2028 |
| 5 oz. Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt | 4800013275 | S88N D1M | 1/17/2028 |
Consumer Advice
The FDA strongly advises consumers not to consume any of the impacted products, even if there are no visible signs of spoilage. Affected cans can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, consumers can reach out to Tri-Union Seafoods by email at [email protected] or call 833-374-0171.
