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QUIRCH FOODS: Yellowfin Tuna Portions Recalled for Fish Decomposition and Histamines

Agency Publication Date: April 19, 2021
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Summary

Quirch Foods is recalling 55 cases of frozen Yellowfin Tuna portions (1 lb size) because the fish showed signs of decomposition and high histamine levels. Consumption of decomposed fish with elevated histamines can cause scombroid fish poisoning, which leads to immediate allergic-like reactions. These products were distributed in Puerto Rico and are identified by a specific lot number and a 2022 best-by date. Consumers should not eat these tuna portions and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

Histamines are produced when certain fish are not kept at the correct temperature, leading to decomposition. Eating fish with high levels of histamines can cause scombroid poisoning, which typically results in symptoms such as tingling or burning in the mouth, facial swelling, rash, hives, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your freezer for 1-pound packages of Yellowfin Tuna portions (Frozen IVP-CO Treated) that were sold in 20-pound cases.
  2. Verify the product identification by looking for Lot # 1413632 and a Best by Date of 9/7/2022 on the packaging.
  3. If you identify an affected product, do not consume it, even if it does not smell or look spoiled.
  4. Return any remaining product to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund.
  5. For more information, contact the manufacturer, Quirch Foods, located at 2701 S Le Jeune Rd, Coral Gables, Florida.
  6. For additional questions or to report an illness, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund upon return.

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Yellowfin Tuna portions Frozen IVP-CO Treated (1 LB)
Item Code:
F-0472-2021
Lot Numbers:
1413632
Date Ranges: Best by Date: 9/7/2022

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 87678
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: QUIRCH FOODS
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 55 cases (20 X 1 lb per case)
Distributed To: Puerto Rico
Agency Last Updated: April 30, 2021

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