The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1250-2024·Announced 2024-05-29

Flour tortillas recalled due to undeclared wheat allergen

La Original Tortilla Co. is recalling bulk flour tortillas sold to food service due to undeclared wheat allergen. Consumers with wheat allergies should not consume affected products.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall for undeclared wheat allergen. Wheat is a common food allergen, and the presence of undeclared allergens poses a risk of harm to allergic consumers. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, which aligns with the rubric criterion for Score 3: allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness.

Plain-English summary

La Original Tortilla Co., Inc. is recalling bulk flour tortillas sold to food service due to undeclared wheat allergen. The product consists of 20-count packages of 6-inch flour tortillas, packaged in clear plastic bags and cardboard boxes. Thirty-five cases were distributed regionally within Texas.

Wheat is a major food allergen. People with wheat allergies or sensitivity may experience allergic reactions ranging from mild to severe, depending on individual sensitivity levels.

Food service establishments that received the recalled product should not serve it. Consumers should not eat these tortillas. Any affected product should be discarded. Individuals who consumed the product and develop allergic symptoms should seek medical attention.

The recalled product

Product
Bulk flour tortillas sold to food service. 20ct 6in flour. 12 packages of 20ct per case. Packed in clear plastic bag and cardboard box.
Manufacturer
La Original Tortilla Co., Inc.
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat
  • undeclared-ingredients

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)

  • 1012

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.