India, Feb. 11 -- California-based Tri-Union Seafoods is recalling its canned tuna products sold under various brands, as it may have a manufacturing defect with potential leakage over time and can be contaminated with clostridium botulinum.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that the recall was initiated after the supplier reported a defect in the "easy open" pull-tab lids on some products. The defect could weaken the seal, leading to leaks or, in worse cases, contamination with clostridium botulinum, a dangerous foodborne toxin.
However, no illnesses have been reported so far, and the recall is being done for safety.
The recall involves selected lots of canned tuna products sold under Genova, Van Camp's, H-E-B, and Trader ...