Northern Fisheries Ltd. recalls Tuna King 4 oz. and 6 oz. Tuna Steaks (frozen) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 4 oz. UPC
Northern Fisheries voluntarily recalls 4 oz and 6 oz frozen tuna steaks produced June 13, 2019, due to possible elevated histamine levels. Consumers should check UPCs and lot numbers for affected products.
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Firm is voluntarily recalling tuna medallions, 4 oz and 6 oz tuna steaks and Tuna Saku (products of Vietnam) due to potentially elevated levels of histamine
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What happened, in plain English
Northern Fisheries is recalling frozen tuna steaks (4 oz and 6 oz) from June 13, 2019, because they may contain unsafe levels of histamine. This could cause food poisoning or allergic reactions if consumed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/16240-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-potential-histamine-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/16240-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-potential-histamine-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0445-2020
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“Northern Fisheries Tuna Steaks Recall: Potential Histamine Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/16240-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-potential-histamine-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0445-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0445-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Histamine is a natural compound in fish that can build up over time, especially if the product is not stored properly. Elevated levels can cause food poisoning symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
Who’s affected
Anyone who purchased these specific frozen tuna steaks from June 13, 2019, through June 13, 2021. People with sensitive allergies to histamine may be at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for UPC 815838020645 (4 oz, lot 0058798) or UPC 815838020652 (6 oz, lot 0058799) on the packaging. Products were produced on June 13, 2019, and expire June 13, 2021.
- Brand
Northern Fisheries- Product
Tuna King 4 oz. and 6 oz. Tuna Steaks (frozen) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 4 oz. UPC- Category
Food
All 3 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Product to distributors in MD, GA, MN, CT, RI
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-0445-2020 | Tuna King 4 oz. and 6 oz. Tuna Steaks (frozen) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 4 oz. UPC 815838020645, lot 0058798; 6 oz. UPC 815838020652, lot 0058799; Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 4 oz. UPC 815838020645, lot 0058798; 6 oz. UPC 815838020652, lot 0058799 | 1057 cases |
| F-0446-2020 | Tuna King 2-3 oz. Tuna Medallions (1 lb. packages) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 UPC: 815838020638 Lot: 0058797; Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 UPC: 815838020638 Lot: 0058797 | 805 Cases (contain 10 x 1lb packages) |
| F-0447-2020 | Tuna King Tuna Saku 12-16oz 1x10lb Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 UPC: 815838022267 Lot: 0058801; Expiration: 06/13/2021 UPC: 815838022267 Lot: 0058801 | 1 case |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for UPC 815838020645 (4 oz, lot 0058798) or UPC 815838020652 (6 oz, lot 0058799) on the packaging.
Questions people ask
What is the risk of eating these tuna steaks?
Elevated histamine levels could cause food poisoning symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check for UPC 815838020645 (4 oz, lot 0058798) or UPC 815838020652 (6 oz, lot 0058799) on the packaging.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Northern Fisheries directly for guidance.
Contact Northern Fisheries
We’ve drafted a message you can send Northern Fisheries to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0445-2020 — Northern Fisheries Tuna King 4 oz. and 6 oz. Tuna Steaks (frozen) Production date 06/13/2019 Expira Hello, I own a Tuna King 4 oz. and 6 oz. Tuna Steaks (frozen) Production date 06/13/2019 Expiration: 06/13/2021 4 oz. UPC that is covered by recall F-0445-2020 from Northern Fisheries. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #F-0445-2020 (November 22, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0445-2020 to see it in context.
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