The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0977-2013·Announced 2013-02-13

Mama Tere Barley Flour Recalled for Undeclared Food Dyes

Family Food Distributor, Inc. is recalling Mama Tere Cebada Natural Barley Flour because it contains undeclared food dyes Red #3 and Red #40.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates a remote probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard involves undeclared food dyes, which is a labeling error rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect.

Plain-English summary

Family Food Distributor, Inc. is recalling Mama Tere Cebada Natural Barley Flour, 12 oz (340g) packages, due to the presence of undeclared colors Red #3 and Red #40. The product is identified by UPC 7412003000259.

The recall is limited to the specific product listed above. The source text does not specify the exact distribution states, dates, or number of units affected. Consumers who purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Mama Tere Cebada Natural Barley Flour Net Weight /Peso Neto: 12 oz (340g) Family Food Distributors Bergen Avenue Kearny, NY 07032 UPC 7412003000259
Manufacturer
Family Food Distributor, Inc.
Category
Food — Flour / Grains
Hazard

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)

  • n/a

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

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