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TC Boy

Malaysian value brand from the Tropical Group, named by founder Dato Seri Tan Boon Pin for his son, with sardine and mackerel tins whose packing location is not disclosed.

At a glance

Notable facts

• The brand name comes from the founder's son; the widely repeated Tian Chu etymology has no supporting evidence.
• In 2018 its China-shipment canned mackerel was among six products recalled by Malaysia's Ministry of Health; the recall shows at least part of the range is imported finished from China.
• The company also distributes Bumble Bee, Roda and Safcol in Malaysia.

Behind the tin

The brand is owned by Tropical Group of Companies.

Products

Evidence & uncertainties

Overall sourcing confidence for this profile: ✓ verified — corroborated by two or more sources.

Species — Variable / unknown: Species varies by catch or is unverified; no reliable single value.