Several brands of canned tuna sold at Trader Joe’s, Costco, H-E-B, and other major retailers have been recalled due to a possible contamination that could cause botulism, according to the FDA.
Tri-Union Seafoods, based in El Segundo, California, issued the recall last week for certain lots of tuna sold under the Genova, Van Camp’s, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s brand names. The company reported that a manufacturing defect in the “easy open” can lids could lead to leaks and potential bacterial contamination.
The recalled tuna was sold at Trader Joe’s, Costco, Harris Teeter, Publix, Kroger, Safeway, Walmart, and various independent stores. The affected products have best-by dates in 2027 and 2028. While no illnesses have been reported, botulism is a rare but serious illness that can lead to paralysis, difficulty breathing, and even death.
Consumers should not eat the recalled tuna, even if it looks or smells normal. The FDA advises returning it to the store for a full refund, disposing of it, or contacting Tri-Union Seafoods for more information.
