The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0603-2024·Announced 2023-12-27

Ice Cream Bar Recalled for Undeclared Food Dyes

La Michoacana Rompope ice cream bars are being recalled due to undeclared Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Red #40. The product was distributed only in Florida.

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 a labeling error involving undeclared FDA-approved food dyes. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. The hazard is a failure to disclose known additives, not the presence of unsafe substances.

Plain-English summary

La Michoacana 100% Natural Inc is recalling Michoacana Rompope ice cream bars, 6 fluid ounces each, packaged in plastic bags. A total of 170 units are affected.

The ice cream bars contain three undeclared food dyes: Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Red #40. These colorants were not listed on the product label. People with sensitivities or allergies to these dyes may be affected.

The product was distributed only within Florida. Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it if they have known sensitivities to Yellow #5, Yellow #6, or Red #40. Return the product to the retailer where it was purchased.

The recalled product

Product
ICE CREAM BAR, MICHOACANA, es...natural, ROMPOPE, Net. Wt. 6 Fl. Oz., Packaged in a plastic bag. Frozen.
Manufacturer
La Michoacana 100% Natural Inc
Category
Food — Frozen Desserts
Hazard
  • undeclared-dyes
  • food-dye-allergen

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)

  • None

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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