The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0759-2019·Announced 2019-01-02

Flechazo Candy Recalled for Undeclared Soy Allergen

Procesadora de Dulces Tipicos is recalling Flechazo candy due to undeclared soy, a major food allergen.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (soy), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Procesadora de Dulces Tipicos, S.A. de C.V. is recalling Flechazo candy, packaged in clear plastic jars, because the product contains undeclared soy. The recall involves 87 cases of the product, with each case containing 6 jars. The product is identified by UPC Code 878631001556 and Lot number 18244.

The recall was initiated because the candy contains soy, which is not listed on the product label. Soy is a major food allergen that can cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. The product was distributed in the United States.

Consumers with a soy allergy should avoid consuming this product. Those who have purchased the recalled items should check their pantry for the specific lot number and UPC code listed above. If the product matches the description, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
FLECHAZO 36 pieces Net Wt. 1 lb. 12.5 oz. packaged in a clear plastic jar, 6 jars per case
Affected units
87

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 (2)

  • UPC Code: 878631001556
  • Lot numbers 18244

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Procesadora de Dulces Tipicos, S.A. de C.V. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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Same manufacturer · Procesadora de Dulces Tipicos, S.A. de C.V.

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