Tri-Union Seafoods recalls Genova Yellowfin Tuna due to botulism scare

Tri-Union canned tuna recall overview:

• Who: Tri-Union Seafoods is recalling specific batches of Genova Yellowfin Tuna, affecting an undisclosed number of units.
• Why: The recall is due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause a severe form of food poisoning.
• Where: The recall is active in the United States, specifically in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, Maryland, Virginia and California.

Tri-Union Seafoods has issued a recall for certain Genova Yellowfin Tuna products due to a risk of contamination with Clostridium botulinum.

The canned tuna recall affects products distributed in nine states across various retailers, including Meijer, Giant Foods, Safeway, Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions.

The recall was announced on Jan. 16, after it was discovered that quarantined products from a previous recall in February 2025 were inadvertently distributed by a third-party distributor.

The affected products include Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil and Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt, with UPC numbers 4800073265 and 4800013275, respectively. The recalled Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil has “Best if Used By” dates of Jan. 21 and 24, 2028, while the affected Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt has “Best if Used By” date of Jan. 17, 2028.

According to the canned tuna recall, a manufacturing defect in the can’s seal could allow harmful bacteria to grow. 

Recall urges consumers to check their pantry for canned tuna

The recall notice emphasizes the importance of checking pantries for the affected tuna products. “Consumers should not use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled,” the recall notice advises.

Symptoms of botulism include bloating, constipation, muscle weakness and difficulty breathing. If you are showing symptoms of botulism, seek medical attention as soon as possible, the recall notice says.

Tri-Union Seafoods is advising consumers to return the recalled tuna to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the company for a retrieval kit and replacement coupon.

Consumers can reach Tri-Union Seafoods at [email protected] or by calling 833-374-0171 during business hours.

Tri-Union Seafoods has not reported any illnesses related to this recall. The company is not currently facing legal action over the canned tuna recall, but Top Class Actions monitors such recalls as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

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