The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1244-2017·Announced 2017-01-18

H-E-B Recalls White Corn Tortillas Due to Foreign Material

H-E-B is recalling specific lots of Homestyle White Corn Tortillas because they may contain foreign material, possibly corn husk.

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 II, and the hazard involves foreign material (corn husk) which is a low-risk contamination without reported injuries or illnesses.

Plain-English summary

H-E-B Corpus Christi Operations is recalling HEB Homestyle White Corn Tortillas, 12 Count and 30 Count packaged in clear plastic bags. The recall is due to the presence of foreign material, possibly corn husk, in the product.

The affected products are identified by UPC codes 4122058841 and 4122058742 and have best by dates of December 17 and December 18, 2016. A total of 10,941 units were distributed in Texas.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and contact H-E-B for a refund or further information.

The recalled product

Product
HEB Homestyle White Corn Tortillas, 12 Count and 30 Count packaged in clear plastic bags.
Manufacturer
H-E-B Corpus Christi Operations
Category
Food — Bakery / Tortillas
Hazard
Affected units
10,941

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 (3)

  • UPC codes: 4122058841 and 4122058742
  • Best by dates Dec 17 and Dec 18
  • 2016

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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