Severity
Moderate
FDA Food recall · Reported October 28, 2020
During labeling, swollen cans of tuna were found. Two UPC codes for product distributed to one customer did not show signs of swelling but was produced on the same shift as cans …
Bumble Bee Foods, LLC recalled Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water; Sold under brand names of Bumble Bee and Kirkland … - a moderate-severity action.
Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water; Sold under brand names of Bumble Bee and Kirkland … was recalled by Bumble Bee Foods, LLC in October 28, 2020. Reason: During labeling, swollen cans of tuna were found. Two UPC codes for product distributed to one customer did …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0033-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Bumble Bee Foods, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-During labeling, swollen cans of tuna were found. Two UPC codes for product distributed to one customer did ….
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0033-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Food action (record #F-0033-2021) was formally reported on October 28, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 5, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Santa Fe Springs, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,415 cases.
The documented reason for this recall is: During labeling, swollen cans of tuna were found. Two UPC codes for product distributed to one customer did not show signs of swelling but was produced on the same shift as cans that did. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: CA,MD, NJ. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
2,415 cases
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water; Sold under brand names of Bumble Bee and Kirkland Signature: Bumble Bee NET WT 8-7 oz. (198g) Total 56 oz. (3 lbs 8 oz) 1.59 kg); DR WT 8-5.2 oz. (144g_ total 40..8 oz (2 lb 9 oz) (1.15 kg); For Case UPC 86600-23061, the 8 Pack film UPC is 8660023061, can label UPC is 86600-23059 Kirkland Signature NET WT 8-7 oz. (198g) Total 56 oz. (3 lbs 8 oz) 1.59 kg); DR WT 8-5,4 oz (153g) Total 43.2 oz. (2.7 lbs.) (1.22 kg); For Case UPC 9661933523, the 8-Pack film label UPC is UPC 96619-33523, can label UPC is 96619-97781
During labeling, swollen cans of tuna were found. Two UPC codes for product distributed to one customer did not show signs of swelling but was produced on the same shift as cans that did.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0033-2021 |
| Date reported | October 28, 2020 |
| Date initiated | October 5, 2020 |
| Recalling firm | Bumble Bee Foods, LLC |
| Firm location | Santa Fe Springs, CA |
| Affected scope | 2,415 cases |
| Distribution | CA,MD, NJ |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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