The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1447-2014·Announced 2014-02-05

Mexpogroup Cactus Recalled for Unapproved Pesticide Residues in California

Shasta Produce is recalling Mexpogroup Cactus in California due to the presence of pesticides without established US tolerance levels.

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, which typically indicates a low probability of serious adverse health consequences. The hazard involves pesticide residues without established tolerances, but no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Shasta Produce is voluntarily recalling 42 cases of Mexpogroup Cactus, each weighing 44 lbs, distributed in California. The product was grown in Mexico and identified by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation, Enforcement Branch, through sampling.

The recall was initiated because the cactus was found to contain three chemical pesticides that do not have a tolerance level in the United States: Monocrotophos (2.37 ppm), Carbendazim as Thiophanate Methyl (0.154 ppm), and Chlorothalonil (3.61 ppm). The specific lot number is 305083.

Consumers who purchased this product should stop using it and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase. The recall is limited to the state of California.

The recalled product

Product
Mexpogroup Cactus Grown in Mexico; 44 lbs, 20 KG; Calle El Rosario #20581 Col Buenos Aires Norte C.P. 22700 Tijuana, Mexico.
Manufacturer
Shasta Produce
Category
Food — Produce
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)

  • Lot 305083

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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