Nicomex Recalls Color Para Tamal and Camaron Entero for Labeling Issues
Nicomex Inc. is recalling Color Para Tamal and Camaron Entero due to unapproved color and undeclared sulfites found by NYSDAM.
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 and involves labeling errors (undeclared sulfites and unapproved color) without reported illnesses, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.
Plain-English summary
Nicomex Inc. is voluntarily recalling two products: Color Para Tamal and Camaron Entero. The recall was initiated based on laboratory analysis conducted by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM).
The Color Para Tamal product contains an unapproved color, while the Camaron Entero product contains undeclared sulfites. These findings indicate that the products do not meet federal food safety and labeling standards.
The affected products were distributed in New York and New Jersey. Consumers who have purchased these items should stop using them and check with the retailer for a refund or disposal instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Nicomex Color Para Tamal Net Wt 1/8 oz (3.54gms) Productos Mexicanos Distributed by Nicomex Inc. 88 First Street, Passaic, NJ 07055 Tel. (973) 815-2062.
- Manufacturer
- Nicomex Inc.
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)
- UPC 8 84678 10369 6
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Nicomex 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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