Canned Tuna Recalled from Costco, Trader Joe's, Walmart, and Other Stores

Tri-Union Seafoods has recalled certain canned tuna packaged under the Genova, Van Camp's, H-E-B, and Trader Joe's brand names. The tuna was sold at several retailers, including Costco, Trader Joe's, and Walmart.

The tuna was recalled voluntarily after the company was alerted by its supplier that the “easy open” pull tab lids may have a defect that could impact the product seal. That could cause the lid to leak or to become contaminated with botulism, a type of food poisoning.

Botulism is a rare but potentially fatal illness caused by Clostridium botulinum or similar bacteria. The bacteria can make the toxin in foods, wounds, and in the intestines of infants, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It’s rare for the bacteria to make people sick, except in certain conditions, including improperly preserved or fermented food.

What Tuna Has Been Recalled?

The recalled tuna has been sold under several brand labels in more than two dozen states. These are the products that have been affected:

• H-E-B label: Texas
• Trader Joe's label: Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin
• Genova label, 7-ounce cans: Costco stores in Florida and Georgia
• Genova label, 5-ounce cans: Harris Teeter, Publix, H-E-B, Kroger, Safeway, Walmart, and independent retailers in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, New Jersey, Tennessee, and Texas
• Van Camp's label: Walmart and independent retailers in Pennsylvania, Florida, and New Jersey

Here’s What To Look for on the Tuna Cans

If you purchased one of the above-labeled tuna cans, check for the UPC code, can code, and Best if Used By date. These are the specific tuna cans that have been affected by the recall.

Genova Solid White Tuna in Olive Oil (5-ounce can)

UPC code: 4800000215

• Can code: S94N 42K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027
• Can code: S94N 43K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027
• Can code: S94N 44K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027
• Can code: S94N D1L; Best if Used By date: 1/24/2028

GenovaYellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil (5-ounce can)

UPC code: 4800013265

• Can code: S84N D1N; Best if Used By date: 1/13/2028
• Can code: S84N D2M; Best if Used By date: 1/17/2028

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil (four-pack of 5-ounce cans)

UPC code: 4800073265

• Can code: S84N 41M; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027
• Can code: S84N 42M; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027
• Can code: S84N 42N; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027
• Can code: S84N 43N; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027
• Can code: S84N D1L; Best if Used By date: 1/21/2028
• Can code: S84N D1L; Best if Used By date: 1/23/2028
• Can code: S84N D3L; Best if Used By date: 1/24/2028

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil (six-pack of 7-ounce cans)

UPC code: 4800063267

• Can code: S84N D1D; Best if Used By date: 1/21/2028
• Can code: S84N D1D; Best if Used By date: 1/23/2028
• Can code: S84N D3D; Best if Used By date: 1/23/2028
• Can code: S84N D1D; Best if Used By date: 1/27/2028
• Can code: S84N D2D; Best if Used By date: 1/27/2028

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt (5-ounce can)

UPC code: 4800013275

• Can code: S88N D1M; Best if Used By date: 1/17/2028

Van Camp's Solid Light Tuna in Oil (5-ounce cans)

UPC code: 4800025015

• Can code: S83N 45K; Best if Used By date: 12/2/2027

Van Camp's Solid Light Tuna in Oil (four-pack of 5-ounce cans)

UPC code: 4800075015

• Can code: S83N 45K; Best if Used By date: 12/2/2027

Trader Joe's Solid Light Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil

UPC code: 51403

• Can code: S74N D2M; Best if Used By date: 1/10/2028

Trader Joe's Solid White Tuna in Olive Oil

UPC code: 99287

• Can code: S94N D3N; Best if Used By date: 1/13/2028
• Can code: S94N D4N; Best if Used By date: 1/13/2028

Trader Joe's Solid White Tuna in Water

UPC code: 99285

• Can code: S92N D1L; Best if Used By date: 1/9/2028
• Can code: S92N D2L; Best if Used By date: 1/9/2028

Trader Joe's Solid White Water Low Sodium

UPC code: 95836

• Can code: S91N 41K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027
• Can code: S91N 43M; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027
• Can code: S91N 44M; Best if Used By date: 12/13/2027

Trader Joe's Solid White Water No Salt Added

UPC code: 99284

• Can code: S90N D2N; Best if Used By date: 1/8/2028
• Can code: S90N D1M; Best if Used By date: 1/9/2028
• Can code: S90N D2N; Best if Used By date: 1/9/2028

H-E-B Solid White Tuna in Water (four-pack of 5-ounce cans)

UPC code: 4122043345

• Can code: S9FA 45K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027
• Can code: S9FA 46K; Best if Used By date: 12/12/2027

What To Do With Recalled Tuna

If you have a can of recalled tuna, do not use it even if it doesn’t look or smell bad. No sickness has been reported in association with this recall, but see your doctor if you don’t feel well.

You can return the can to the store for a refund, throw it away, or contact Tri-Union Seafoods for a coupon to replace it. Reach out to support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or call 833-374-0171, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.