The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0446-2020·Announced 2019-12-11

Northern Fisheries Recalls Tuna Medallions and Steaks for Histamine Concerns

Northern Fisheries Ltd. is voluntarily recalling specific tuna products due to potentially elevated levels of histamine.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and is a voluntary precautionary measure for potentially elevated histamine levels without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Northern Fisheries Ltd. is voluntarily recalling Tuna King 2-3 oz. Tuna Medallions, 4 oz and 6 oz tuna steaks, and Tuna Saku. The recall is being conducted because the products, which are of Vietnamese origin, may contain potentially elevated levels of histamine.

The affected Tuna King 2-3 oz. Tuna Medallions are sold in 1 lb. packages with a production date of 06/13/2019 and an expiration date of 06/13/2021. The specific lot number is 0058797 and the UPC is 815838020638. The recall involves 805 cases, each containing 10 one-pound packages.

The product was distributed to distributors in Maryland, Georgia, Minnesota, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Consumers who have purchased these products should check their pantries for the specific lot and expiration dates listed above and stop consuming them if they match the recalled items.

The recalled product

Product
Tuna King 2-3 oz. Tuna Medallions (1 lb. packages) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 UPC: 815838020638 Lot: 0058797
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Northern Fisheries Ltd. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 3 products in this recall →