Tri-Union Seafoods has identified additional quantities of previously recalled Genova® Yellowfin Tuna that were inadvertently distributed to limited retail locations in the United States, prompting an expanded recall due to the risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination.
According to the company, the affected products were originally part of a voluntary recall issued in February 2025, after a supplier reported a manufacturing defect in certain “easy open” pull-tab lids. The defect could compromise the seal of the can over time, increasing the risk of leakage and potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause life-threatening foodborne illness.
The current action was initiated after Tri-Union Seafoods discovered that quarantined cases linked to the earlier recall were mistakenly shipped by a third-party distributor. The impacted products were distributed to a limited number of retailers across several states.
The recalled tuna was sold at select locations of:
The recall applies to specific can codes and “Best if Used By” dates printed on the bottom of the cans, including:
Consumers are advised to verify UPC numbers, can codes and date markings before use.
Tri-Union Seafoods has urged consumers not to use the recalled product, even if it does not appear spoiled or have an unusual odor. Individuals experiencing symptoms after consumption have been advised to seek immediate medical attention.
Consumers in possession of the recalled tuna can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, discard it safely, or contact the company to request a retrieval kit and a coupon for a replacement product.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the company’s announcement as a public service, noting that it does not endorse the product or the company.