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FDA Food Moderate Class II Terminated

Frozen, raw tuna loins packed in vacuum packages weighing between 5-8 Lbs. each. Packed in cardboard cases (30 Lbs. per case).

Reported: October 23, 2019 Initiated: September 30, 2019 #F-0093-2020

Product Description

Frozen, raw tuna loins packed in vacuum packages weighing between 5-8 Lbs. each. Packed in cardboard cases (30 Lbs. per case).

Reason for Recall

Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid (histamine) poisoning after consuming tuna steaks distributed by Northern Fisheries Ltd.

Details

Recalling Firm
Northern Fisheries Ltd.
Units Affected
345 cases (10,350 Lbs.)
Distribution
GA, PA, MD, MN, & VA
Location
Little Compton, RI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Frozen, raw tuna loins packed in vacuum packages weighing between 5-8 Lbs. each. Packed in cardboard cases (30 Lbs. per case).. Recalled by Northern Fisheries Ltd.. Units affected: 345 cases (10,350 Lbs.).
Why was this product recalled?
Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid (histamine) poisoning after consuming tuna steaks distributed by Northern Fisheries Ltd.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on October 23, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0093-2020.