Chunk Light Tuna in Vegetable Oil (Bumble Bee) – product safety concern (2013)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Bumble Bee Brand 5oz Chunk Light Tuna in Vegetable Oil
Brand
Bumble Bee International
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Lot Code & Best By Date 3016SA1CLH 1/16/2018 3016SA5CLH 1/16/2018 3016SAACLH 1/16/2018 3016SABCLH 1/16/2018 3016SACCLH 1/16/2018 3016SADCLH 1/16/2018 3016SAECLH 1/16/2018 3016SAFCLH 1/16/2018 3016SAFCLH 1/18/2018
Bumble Bee International is recalling Bumble Bee Brand 5oz Chunk Light Tuna in Vegetable Oil due to Bumble Bee Foods, LLC, has issued a voluntary recall on specific codes of 5-ounce Chunk White Albacore and Chunk Light Tuna products. The recall has b. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Bumble Bee Foods, LLC, has issued a voluntary recall on specific codes of 5-ounce Chunk White Albacore and Chunk Light Tuna products. The recall has been issued because the products do not meet the companys standards for seal tightness.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026