The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1942-2015·Announced 2015-04-15

Vitarroz Sazon Seasoning Recalled for Undeclared Peanut Protein

Iberia Foods is recalling Vitarroz Sazon seasoning packets because the cumin ingredient may contain undeclared peanut protein.

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 undeclared peanut protein, a common allergen, which fits the rubric criteria for High severity (allergen mislabeling on common allergens).

Plain-English summary

Iberia Foods Company of New York, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Vitarroz Sazon con Culantro y Achiote Coriander & Annatto seasoning packets. The recall is being conducted because the cumin used in the product may contain undeclared peanut protein, which poses a risk to individuals with peanut allergies.

The affected product is sold in 36-packet jumbo boxes with a net weight of 6.34 oz (180g). The specific lot numbers involved are 27012014 and 30212014. A total of 504 cases were distributed nationwide.

Consumers with peanut allergies should not consume the product. Individuals who have consumed the product and experienced an allergic reaction should seek medical attention. Consumers can contact the recalling firm for more information or to return the product.

The recalled product

Product
VITARROZ SAZON CON CULANTRO Y ACHIOTE CORIANDER & ANNATTO, NET WT. 6.34 OZ. 180g, Jumbo SOBRES 36 PACKETS, UPC 0 72670 04255 0.

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 numbers 27012014 or 30212014

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Iberia Foods Company of New York, 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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Same manufacturer · Iberia Foods Company of New York, Inc

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