There seems to be an increasing number of incidents reported in regards to food recalls. Bumble Bee Tuna is just the latest suspect in this continuing problem.
From WUSA 9:
Check that tuna before you crack it open. Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is voluntarily recalling 31,579 cases of tuna. While the company says there have been no reports of illness associated with the products, if contaminated, the tuna “could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed.”
In a statement released Thursday the company said, “These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens.” Bumble Bee is recalling three versions of tuna identified by three different UPC Codes.
The 31,579 cases were produced in February of this year and distributed nationally.
More information from the recall notice:
The recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution due to the possible under-processing of the affected products discovered by the co-packer during its routine quality audit. Bumble Bee is working closely with the co-packer and the FDA to expedite the removal of products from commerce.
Consumers are advised to throw away the recalled product. Consumers looking for more information on reimbursement or whom have questions about the recall may contact Bumble Bee at (888) 820-1947 between the hours of 9am and 6pm EST seven days a week.
Be sure to check your cabinets and read the list above to find out if you are affected.
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