The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-0343-2016·Announced 2015-12-16

Shrimp and Imitation King Crab Tacos Recalled for Undeclared Egg Allergen

Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc. is recalling Shrimp with Imitation King Crab Tacos because they contain undeclared egg whites.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Undeclared allergens. Egg whites"

Plain-English summary

Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc. is recalling 28 boxes of Taco de Camarón con Imitación de King Crab (Shrimp with Imitation King Crab Taco). The product is a frozen item with a net weight of 5 lbs (2.3 kg) per box. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared egg whites, which is a major food allergen.

The affected product was distributed only in Puerto Rico. The label identifies the manufacturer as Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc., located in Canovanas, PR. The specific product description includes "Tacos de Camarones" and instructions to "Mantenganse Congelado" (Keep Frozen).

Consumers with an egg allergy should avoid consuming this product. Individuals who have purchased the recalled items should check their freezers for the specific product described above. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Taco de Camar¿n con Imitaci¿n de King Crab (Shrimp with Imitation King Crab Taco). Label reads in part : " *** Soto Fabrica & Confecciones"*** Tacos de Camarones*** Mantenganse Congelado"*** Peso Neto 5 lbs(2.3 kg)*** Manufacturado por: Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc. calle…

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Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same manufacturer · Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc.

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