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Food recall · FDA · Published May 4, 2017

Northern Fisheries Ltd. recalls Tuna King Tuna Steaks 10 oz.. ,10 lb Box. Frozen UPC Codes: 8158380206764

Northern Fisheries recalls Tuna King Tuna Steaks with histamine levels above 50ppm. Consumers should check UPC codes 8158380206764 and lot number TLNT0116 for affected products.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-2288-2017FoodNorthern Fisheries ›
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Recalling firmNorthern Fisheries Ltd.21 Burchard Ave · Little Compton, RI 02837-1602
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What happened, in plain English

Northern Fisheries is recalling Tuna King Tuna Steaks that may contain histamine levels above 50ppm. This can cause food poisoning symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Consumers should stop using these products if they have the recalled UPC codes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/21416-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-high-histamine-levels-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/21416-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-high-histamine-levels-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-2288-2017

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“Northern Fisheries Tuna Steaks Recall: High Histamine Levels Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/21416-northern-fisheries-tuna-steaks-recall-high-histamine-levels-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-2288-2017 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-2288-2017%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Histamine levels above 50ppm in the tuna can cause food poisoning. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. This is a food safety issue that may affect consumers who eat the product.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Tuna King Tuna Steaks with UPC code 8158380206764 from Northern Fisheries. People with sensitive stomachs or those who eat large amounts of the product are at slightly higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC code 8158380206764 on the product label. The lot number for affected items is TLNT0116. The product is a 10 oz. steak in a 10 lb box, frozen.

  • Brand
    Northern Fisheries
  • Product
    Tuna King Tuna Steaks 10 oz.. ,10 lb Box. Frozen UPC Codes: 8158380206764
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for the UPC code 8158380206764 and lot number TLNT0116 on the frozen tuna steaks.

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Questions people ask

What is the histamine level in the recalled tuna steaks?

The recalled tuna steaks have histamine levels above 50ppm, which can cause food poisoning symptoms.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the UPC code 8158380206764 and lot number TLNT0116 on the frozen tuna steaks.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with Northern Fisheries for further instructions.

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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-2288-2017 — Northern Fisheries Tuna King Tuna Steaks 10 oz.. ,10 lb Box. Frozen UPC Codes: 8158380206764

Hello,

I own a Tuna King Tuna Steaks 10 oz.. ,10 lb Box. Frozen UPC Codes: 8158380206764 that is covered by recall F-2288-2017 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-2288-2017 (May 4, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2288-2017 to see it in context.
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