FDA Announces Tuna Recall in Illinois and Wisconsin

A canned tuna recall is impacting two of the Tri-States over concerns of botulism, per the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

This week, it was announced that Tri-Union Seafoods was recalling several different cans of their tuna due to a packaging defect involving their "easy open" pull tabs. Due to the defect, the product seal might end up being compromised in the long-run, causing it to leak or become contaminated with the bacteria known for causing botulism (Clostridium botulinum).

What are the Impacted Products?:

Per Health.com, the recalled products from Tri-Union Seafoods are as follows:

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil:

Size: 5.0 oz, four pack
UPC: 4800073265
Can codes: S84N D2L and S84N D3L
Best-if-used-by dates: 1/21/2028 and 1/24/2028

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt:

Size: 5.0 oz
UPC: 4800013275
Can code: S88N D1M
Best-if-used-by date: 1/17/2028

Where Were the Impacted Products Sold?:

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Per Health.com, the cans of tuna were sold in nine states, including Illinois and Wisconsin, at the following locations:

Meijer in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin
Giant Foods in Maryland and Virginia
Safeway, Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions in California

The FDA is urging customers to return the affected cans for a full refund, or simply throw them away. You can also contact Tri-Union Seafoods directly at support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or 833-374-0171. Read more about the ongoing tuna recall impacting Illinois and Wisconsin on Health.com.