The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1378-2015·Announced 2015-03-11

H-E-B Homestyle White Corn Tortillas Recalled for Corn Stalk Fragments

H-E-B is recalling Homestyle White Corn Tortillas in Texas due to the presence of corn stalk fragments.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this recall as Class II, which corresponds to a Severe rating under the rubric for significant injury or property damage reports or high-risk situations.

Plain-English summary

H-E-B Corpus Christi Operations is recalling H-E-B Homestyle White Corn Tortillas, 12-count and 30-count packages, because the product may contain corn stalk fragments. The recall affects 133,659 units distributed in Texas.

The affected products have Best By dates ranging from December 14, 2014, to January 22, 2015. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating a situation that might cause temporary or medically reversible health problems.

Consumers who have purchased these tortillas should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the company for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
H-E-B Homestyle White Corn Tortillas 12ct. and 30 ct.
Manufacturer
H-E-B Corpus Christi Operations
Category
Food — Bakery / Tortillas
Hazard
Affected units
133,659

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 (20)

  • Best By dates: 22-Jan-15
  • 21-Jan-15
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  • 3-Jan-15

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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