The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0411-2024·Announced 2023-11-22

Shrimp product recall due to undeclared Red #40 food coloring

ORALE! CAMARON NATURAL shrimp in 2 oz. packages (Lot F-219) is recalled due to undeclared Red #40 food coloring. Approximately 7,584 units were distributed domestically.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class III recall involving a minor labeling error—undeclared food coloring (Red #40). No illnesses or injuries were reported. Class III recalls are typically scored 1 or 2, and this voluntary recall meets the Moderate criteria for minor labeling errors.

Plain-English summary

ORALE! CAMARON NATURAL shrimp in 2 oz. paper cartons (Lot F-219) is being recalled due to undeclared Red #40 food coloring. The product label lists only precooked shrimp and salt as ingredients but does not disclose the presence of Red #40.

The recall was initiated by the manufacturer, EL Chilar-HF, LLC, on September 20, 2023. Approximately 7,584 units of the 2 oz. packages and 1 box of 50 lb. bulk product were affected. Distribution was limited to the United States.

Consumers who have purchased this product should discontinue use. The product should be discarded or returned to the retailer. Anyone with questions or health concerns should contact their healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
ORALE! CAMARON NATURAL, NATURAL SHRIMP, NET WT. 2 OZ. 57 g (in paper cartons) (12 packages per case of 2 oz each), PACKED & DISTRIBUTED BY: LISY CORP., INGREDIENTS: Precooked Shrimp and Salt., UPC: 096786203209.
Manufacturer
EL Chilar-HF, LLC
Category
Food — Seafood / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard
  • undeclared-additive
  • labeling-error

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot: F-219

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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