Northern Fisheries Ltd.

Recall #F-0093-2020 · Initiated 2019-09-30

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What happened

Northern Fisheries Ltd. is recalling frozen raw tuna loins because some people who ate them got sick from high levels of histamine, a naturally occurring substance that can build up in fish that haven't been kept cold enough. The affected tuna was sold in 5-8 pound vacuum packages between May and August 2023.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased this frozen tuna product and consumed it could be affected, though people with histamine sensitivity may experience more severe symptoms.

What to do

Check your freezer for Northern Fisheries Ltd. frozen tuna loins from the affected batch. If you have any, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to where you bought it. Contact your doctor if you experienced nausea, vomiting, flushing, or itching after eating this product.

Product

Frozen, raw tuna loins packed in vacuum packages weighing between 5-8 Lbs. each. Packed in cardboard cases (30 Lbs. per case).

Reason for recall

Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid (histamine) poisoning after consuming tuna steaks distributed by Northern Fisheries Ltd.

Quantity affected

345 cases (10,350 Lbs.)

Distribution

GA, PA, MD, MN, & VA

Lot / code info

Lot # 0058796 UPC # 815838020621 Production date: 6/13/2019 Best if used by date: 6/13/2021

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

E-Mail

Terminated

2020-03-25