Chicken of the Sea recalls Genova branded Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt due to potential botulism risk from improper lid sealing. Affected products have specific UPC and best by dates.
Product's easy-pull lid was not secured properly and may cause the product to become adulterated with the hazard clostridium botulinum.
Chicken of the Sea is recalling Genova branded Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt because the easy-pull lid may not seal properly, risking botulism contamination. This is a serious food safety issue that could cause illness if the product is consumed.
The product's easy-pull lid does not seal properly, which can allow clostridium botulinum bacteria to contaminate the tuna. Botulism is a serious illness that can cause paralysis and even death if not treated promptly.
Owners of Genova branded Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt with UPC# 48000 13275 are affected. Those who have consumed the product or plan to consume it are at risk of botulism.
Check for the Genova brand, 5 oz net weight, and UPC# 48000 13275. Products with best by dates up to January 17, 2028 are affected.
Immediately discard any Genova branded Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt with UPC# 48000 13275.
Genova branded Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt with 5 oz net weight and UPC# 48000 13275.
The easy-pull lid may not seal properly, potentially allowing clostridium botulinum bacteria to contaminate the product.
Check for the Genova brand, 5 oz net weight, UPC# 48000 13275, and best by dates up to January 17, 2028.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chicken of the Sea to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0617-2025 — Chicken of the Sea Chicken of the Sea Hello, I own a Chicken of the Sea that is covered by recall F-0617-2025 from Chicken of the Sea. 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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