La Orocovena Biscuit Recalls Coconut Macaroons for Undeclared Dyes
La Orocovena Biscuit de PR, Inc. is recalling Coconut Macaroons because they contain undeclared FD&C Yellow #5 and FD&C Yellow #6.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
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 undeclared dyes, which fits the criteria for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination without reported illness.
Plain-English summary
La Orocovena Biscuit de PR, Inc. is recalling Coconut Macaroons "Besitos de Coco" packaged in 6 oz. clamshell containers. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared FD&C Yellow #5 and FD&C Yellow #6.
The recalled product was distributed only to retailers in Puerto Rico. The firm is personally visiting all consignees to place a recall notice in the stores. There are no lot codes or expiration dates associated with this recall.
Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Coconut Macaroons "Besitos de Coco" packaged in 6 oz. clamshell containers with brand name La Orocovena Biscuit.
- Manufacturer
- La Orocovena Biscuit de PR, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Baked Goods
- 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)
- No lot code or expiration date
Distribution
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