Genova Tuna Recalled for Botulism Risk

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​Tri-Union Seafoods is recalling select Genova yellowfin tuna products after discovering that some cans with “easy-open” pull-tab lids may lose their seal over time, posing a risk of clostridium botulinum. The company says some cans quarantined during a February 2025 recall were mistakenly shipped to stores by a third-party distributor and are now being pulled again out of caution.​

What’s recalled (how to check your cans)

Tri-Union Seafoods Identifies Additional Quantities of Recalled Genova® Tuna at Limited Retailers Due to Inadvertent Distribution of Previously Recalled Product

Courtesy fda.gov

​The affected cans were distributed to the following retailers across eight states:​

Meijer: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin​

Giant: Maryland, Virginia​

In California, the products were sold at Safeway, Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions​.

To check whether your tuna has been recalled, look on the bottom of the can or four‑pack for the following UPCs, can codes and “best if used by” dates: ​

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil, 5‑ounce four‑pack​

• UPC: 4800073265​
• Can codes / dates: S84N D2L — best if used by Jan. 21, 2028, and S84N D3L — best if used by Jan. 24, 2028 ​

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt, 5‑ounce single can

• UPC: 4800013275​
• Can code / date: S88N D1M —  best if used by Jan.17, 2028 ​

What to do if you have the recalled tuna

• Do not eat the tuna, even if it does not look or smell spoiled.​
• Seek medical attention immediately if you feel unwell after consuming the product.​
• If you have a recalled can, return it to the store for a full refund, throw it away or contact Tri-Union Seafoods to request a retrieval kit and a coupon for a replacement product.​

Consumers with questions or who want to request a replacement can contact Tri-Union Seafoods at support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or 833-374-0171.​​

Symptoms of botulism

​Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin produced by clostridium botulinum. The toxin attacks the nervous system and can lead to muscle paralysis, breathing problems and, in severe cases, death. It can develop in contaminated food, wounds or the intestines.​​Common symptoms include difficulty swallowing, muscle weakness, double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech and trouble breathing or moving the eyes. Foodborne botulism may also cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and diarrhea, according to the CDC.​​Symptoms can appear within hours of exposure or take several days to develop, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Without prompt treatment, the illness can spread throughout the body and become life-threatening.​​