Trader Joe's Albacore Tuna in Olive Oil – Botulinum Risk (2025)
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
Trader Joe's branded Solid White Albacore Tuna in olive oil; NET WT. 5 OZ (142g) DR WT. 4 OZ (113g); Dist & Sold Exclusively By: Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA 91816; UPC# 99287
Brand
Chicken of the Sea; Thai Union
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Best By dates: 01/13/2028 Lots: S84ND3N, S94ND4N
Products Sold
Best By dates: 01/13/2028 Lots: S84ND3N; S94ND4N
Chicken of the Sea; Thai Union is recalling Trader Joe's branded Solid White Albacore Tuna in olive oil; NET WT. 5 OZ (142g) DR WT. 4 OZ (113g); due to Product's easy-pull lid was not secured properly and may cause the product to become adulterated with the hazard clostridium botulinum.. 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
Product's easy-pull lid was not secured properly and may cause the product to become adulterated with the hazard clostridium botulinum.
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