The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1448-2014·Announced 2014-02-05

Marquez Produce Recalls Fresh Cactus Due to Unapproved Pesticides

Marquez Produce is recalling Fresh Cactus ("Nopal") because it contains unapproved pesticides. The recall affects 352 units distributed in California.

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 involves a temporary or medically reversible health risk. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, and the hazard is limited to unapproved pesticides without specific high-risk pathogen or fatality indicators.

Plain-English summary

Marquez Produce Inc. is voluntarily recalling Fresh Cactus ("Nopal"), 40lbs/bx, due to the presence of unapproved pesticides. The recall involves 352 units of the product.

The affected product was distributed in California (CA). The specific lot code for the recalled items is 1209-12.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Fresh Cactus ("Nopal"), 40lbs/bx
Manufacturer
Marquez Produce Inc.
Category
Food — Fresh Produce
Hazard
Affected units
352

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 Code: 1209-12

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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