Dear Partners,
Please review the following recall below, check your inventory for affected products, and take necessary action.
Post this recall notice where those accessing your organization can see it (e.g., bulletin board, website, social media) and dispose of the product if in your inventory.
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Tama Corp. of Doral, FL, is recalling its 24-ounce packages of “Cachapas de Maiz Paisa” because they contain undeclared wheat, soy and Yellow #5. People who have allergies to any of these run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled “Cachapas de Maiz Paisa” were distributed nationwide, in retail stores.
The product is packaged in a 24-ounce, clear plastic package.
Recalled lot numbers are: 31082301, 07092301, 06092301, 05092301, 04092301, 29082301, 30082301, 28082301, 31072301, 01082301, 02082301, 03082301, 08082301, 09082301, 10082301, 14082301, 15082301, 16082301, 17082301, 21082301, 22082301, 23082301, 24072301, 25072301, 26072301, 31072301, 28082301, 21072301, 27072301, 17082301, 14082301, 20072301, 21072301, 26072301, 07082301, 08062301, 30082301, 24082301, 12072301.
Lot codes can be found on the bottom right corner of the package, next to the Best if Used by Date. Product UPC: 838795000109.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered during an inspection that the allergens-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of them, due to a labeling error.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 305-592-1717 Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.