Massive Canned Tuna Recall Affects Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin

Shoppers in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin should check their pantries immediately! Tri-Union Seafoods has issued a voluntary recall on select canned tuna products due to a manufacturing defect that could lead to contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal illness.

The recall specifically affects Trader Joe’s canned tuna products in our Tri-State area. Consumers who have purchased any of the following should stop using them immediately:

• Trader Joe’s Solid Light Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil (UPC: 51403, Can Code: S74N D2M, Best By Date: 1/10/2028)
• Trader Joe’s Solid White Tuna in Olive Oil (UPC: 99287, Can Codes: S94N D3N, S94N D4N, Best By Date: 1/13/2028)
• Trader Joe’s Solid White Tuna in Water (UPC: 99285, Can Codes: S92N D1L, S92N D2L, Best By Date: 1/9/2028)
• Trader Joe’s Solid White Water Low Sodium (UPC: 95836, Can Codes: S91N 41K, S91N 43M, S91N 44M, Best By Dates: 12/12/2027 & 12/13/2027)
• Trader Joe’s Solid White Water No Salt Added (UPC: 99284, Can Codes: S90N D2N, S90N D1M, S90N D2N, Best By Dates: 1/8/2028 & 1/9/2028)

Tri-Union Seafoods initiated this recall out of an abundance of caution after learning that a manufacturing defect in their "easy open" pull-tab lid could compromise the can's seal over time, leading to potential leakage or contamination of the product. This increases the risk of botulism, a dangerous form of food poisoning that can cause:

• Blurred vision
• Muscle weakness
• Difficulty swallowing
• Paralysis

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Even if a can appears normal and unspoiled, it has been deemed not safe to consume if it falls under the affected lot numbers. Foodborne botulism happens by eating foods that have been contaminated with that toxin. Common sources of foodborne botulism are often homemade foods that have been improperly canned, preserved, or fermented, but it can still occur in store-bought foods. While Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin are primarily affected through Trader Joe’s, other products included in this recall have been distributed nationwide:

• H-E-B brand tuna in Texas
• Van Camp’s tuna sold at Walmart and independent retailers in Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
• Genova brand tuna available at Costco (Florida & Georgia), Publix, Harris Teeter, Kroger, Safeway, Walmart, and other independent retailers across multiple states.

For an easy reference, here’s a breakdown of the recalled products:

If you happen to have any of these products, follow these steps:

• Do NOT eat them—even if they seem fine.
• Return them to the retailer for a full refund.
• Dispose of them safely if returning isn’t an option.
• For more information or replacement contact Tri-Union Seafoods  support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or by calling 833-374-0171 (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM EST)

Tri-Union Seafoods has stated that no illnesses have been reported so far in regard to the recall, and that it is being conducted to ensure consumer safety. If you feel unwell after consuming any of these easy-open canned tuna products, seek medical attention immediately. For further updates, watch the FDAs recall sheet on this specific event.