CLASS I Food recall · Reported 12 Aug 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report

Raw Frozen Tuna Chunks recalled by Osamu

Osamu is recalling Raw Frozen Tuna Chunks, distributed in 15 states. The recall was initiated on 14 Jul 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot #68568 PO #: 8563 through 8599

Quantity recalled625 cases (lot #68568)

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number: F-2909-2015
FDA event ID: 71704
Recalling firm: Osamu, Gardena, CA
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 14 Jul 2015
FDA classified: 31 Jul 2015
Reported: 12 Aug 2015
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Tuna

Timeline

14 Jul 2015	Recall initiated by company
31 Jul 2015	Classified by FDA	+17 days
12 Aug 2015	Published in enforcement report	+12 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Osamu Corporation is recalling frozen chunk, ground, sliced saku, saku, and loin tuna due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

Raw Frozen Tuna Chunks Product of Indonesia. The bulk frozen tuna products can be identified from the Purchase Order Number (PO#) printed on each product carton box end panel.

Where it was distributed

U.S. distribution to the following; CA, NV, AZ, IL, FL, OH, HI, DC, CO, MI, TX, GA, MD, WA, NJ

Arizona California Colorado District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Illinois Maryland Michigan New Jersey Nevada Ohio Texas Washington

Questions about this recall

Is Raw Frozen Tuna Chunks recalled?

Yes. Osamu recalled Raw Frozen Tuna Chunks on 14 Jul 2015. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-2909-2015.

Why was it recalled?

Osamu Corporation is recalling frozen chunk, ground, sliced saku, saku, and loin tuna due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Which lots are affected?

Lot #68568 PO #: 8563 through 8599

Where was it sold?

U.S. distribution to the following; CA, NV, AZ, IL, FL, OH, HI, DC, CO, MI, TX, GA, MD, WA, NJ

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class I mean?

Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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