Malgor Recalls Cedeira Octopus Tins Due to Mislabeling
Malgor & Co. is recalling Cedeira Octopus in Oil Spiced Piquant tins because the label says octopus but the ingredients list jumbo squid.
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 a labeling error (misbranding) where the product is labeled as octopus but contains jumbo squid. No illnesses or injuries are reported, fitting the criteria for moderate severity involving minor labeling errors or low-risk issues.
Plain-English summary
Malgor & Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling 1,008 cases of Cedeira Octopus in Oil Spiced Piquant, Net Weight 4.4oz (125g). Each case contains 25 tins. The product was distributed only in Puerto Rico. The specific lot code is OL21715.
The recall was initiated after the FDA informed the firm that the product is misbranded. The product label displays the word "Octopus," but the ingredients list identifies the content as "Dosidicus Gigas," which is the scientific name for Jumbo Squid. This discrepancy means the product is not labeled accurately regarding its primary ingredient.
Consumers who purchased this product should check their pantry for tins with the code OL21715. If found, they should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Cedeira Octopus in Oil Spiced Piquant, Net Weight 4.4oz (125g)
- Manufacturer
- Malgor & Co., Inc.
- Category
- Food — Canned Seafood
- Hazard
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)
- OL21715
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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