The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1582-2014·Announced 2014-03-05

E. Franco & Co. Recalls Brazo Gitano Cakes for Undeclared Wheat

E. Franco & Co. Inc is recalling Brazo gitano (rolled cake) with guava-cheese filling because it contains undeclared wheat.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (wheat), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

E. Franco & Co. Inc is recalling approximately 2,300 14-ounce rolls of Brazo gitano (rolled cake) with guava-cheese filling. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared wheat, which is a major food allergen.

The affected product was distributed only in Puerto Rico. The source text does not specify a brand name, specific lot numbers, or expiration dates for the recalled items.

Consumers with wheat allergies or celiac disease should not consume the product. Individuals who have consumed the product and are experiencing allergic reactions should seek medical attention. Consumers can contact the recalling firm for further information or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
"***Brazo gitano (rolled cake)***guava-cheese filling***"
Manufacturer
E. Franco & Co. Inc
Category
Food — Baked Goods
Hazard

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Lot numbers (1)

  • no code

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 17 recalled by E. Franco & Co. Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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