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Food recall · FDA · Published April 15, 2019

Jensen Tuna Inc recalls Frozen ground tuna, 1 lb package, 20 packages/case

Jensen Tuna Inc recalls 1-lb frozen ground tuna packages (20 per case) with lot codes Z266, Z271, Z272 due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should avoid these products.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1343-2019FoodJensen Tuna ›
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Recalling firmJensen Tuna Inc5885 Highway 311 · Houma, LA 70360-6668
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What happened, in plain English

Jensen Tuna Inc is recalling frozen ground tuna products that may be contaminated with Salmonella. This recall affects consumers who purchased these specific packages, which could lead to foodborne illness if eaten. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/17565-jensen-tuna-recalls-frozen-ground-tuna-due-to-salmonella-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/17565-jensen-tuna-recalls-frozen-ground-tuna-due-to-salmonella-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1343-2019

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“Jensen Tuna Recalls Frozen Ground Tuna Due to Salmonella Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/17565-jensen-tuna-recalls-frozen-ground-tuna-due-to-salmonella-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-1343-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1343-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If the tuna is contaminated with Salmonella, eating it could lead to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Jensen Tuna's frozen ground tuna (1 lb packages, 20 per case) with lot codes Z26:6, Z271, or Z272. People who have eaten these products are at risk of foodborne illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the lot code on the package. The recalled products have lot codes Z266, Z271, or Z272. These are 1-lb frozen ground tuna packages sold in cases of 20.

  • Brand
    Jensen Tuna
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Lot Code

    Look for lot codes Z266, Z271, or Z272 on the package.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

No, the recalled products may be contaminated with Salmonella and should not be consumed.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Discard the product immediately and contact Jensen Tuna Inc for further instructions.

How can I check if my product is recalled?

Check the lot code on the package; recalled products have lot codes Z266, Z271, or Z272.

Take action

Contact Jensen Tuna

We’ve drafted a message you can send Jensen Tuna to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-1343-2019 — Jensen Tuna Jensen Tuna

Hello,

I own a Jensen Tuna that is covered by recall F-1343-2019 from Jensen Tuna.

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-1343-2019 (April 15, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1343-2019 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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