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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0092-2020/FDA enforcement
Northern Fisheries LTD.·Food·Sep 30, 2019

Frozen, Raw Tuna Steaks Individually Packed in 8 OZ

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they each received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAGA, PA, MD, MN +1 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameNorthern Fisheries LTD.
Recalling firmNorthern Fisheries LTD.Little Compton, RI, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 15838 02066 9
Lot / date codes
  • Lot # 0058800, UPC Code: 815838020669 Production date: 6/13/2019 Best if used by date: 6/13/2021
Distribution area
GAPAMDMNVA

GA, PA, MD, MN, & VA

United States

Quantity affected850 cases (8, 500 Lbs.)
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 23, 2019
FDA recall numberF-0092-2020

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Northern Fisheries LTD. initiated this food recall on September 30, 2019. The FDA enforcement report states: Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they each received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid (histamine) poisoning after consuming tuna steaks and tuna loins distributed by Northern Fisheries Ltd. The FDA report lists distribution as: GA, PA, MD, MN, & VA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they each received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid (histamine) poisoning after consuming tuna steaks and tuna loins distributed by Northern Fisheries Ltd.

Frozen, Raw Tuna Steaks Individually Packed in 8 OZ was made or distributed by Northern Fisheries LTD. in Little Compton, RI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0092-2020, dated October 23, 2019.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Frozen, Raw Tuna Steaks Individually Packed in 8 OZ recall?

Northern Fisheries LTD. recalled Frozen, Raw Tuna Steaks Individually Packed in 8 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0092-2020. Northern Fisheries Ltd. was notified by two of their customers that they each received several consumer complaints from consumers who experienced symptoms of scombroid…

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Northern Fisheries LTD. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0092-2020. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Official source

Brand history

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.