The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1764-2013·Announced 2013-08-07

El Campestre Ceviche De Camaron Recalled for Shrimp Mislabeling

El Campestre is recalling Ceviche De Camaron because shrimp is not listed in English on the label, despite the whole shrimp being visible.

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 the hazard is a minor labeling error regarding allergen identification where the ingredient is visible, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

El Campestre is recalling its Ceviche De Camaron product due to a mislabeling issue. The product is packaged in 2/5lbs white plastic buckets with lids and handles, which are placed into 1/10lbs cartons. The label indicates a net weight of 10 lbs and lists the manufacturer as El Campestre in Compton, CA.

The reason for the recall is that shrimp is not listed in English on the label, although the whole shrimp are visible in the product. The product is not coded with lot numbers and has an expiration date of 06/01/13. Distribution was limited to California.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their labels. If the product matches the description, they should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
El Campestre Brand Ceviche De Camaron. Packaged in 2/5lbs white plastic buckets with lid and handle, into 1/10lbs carton. Labeling reads in part:"EL CAMPESTRE CEVICHE DE CAMARON***NET WT.10 LBS***Manufactured by: El Campestre Compton, CA 90221 (310) 764-2461***".
Manufacturer
El Campestre

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)

  • Product is not coded with lot numbers. Expiration date 06/01/13

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by El Campestre 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.

See all 6 products in this recall →