The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2849-2015·Announced 2015-07-22

Tortilleria Provincia White Corn Tortillas Recalled for Labeling Error

Tortilleria Provincia is recalling White Corn Tortillas because the packaging labels were incorrectly shared with other tortilla varieties, resulting in inaccurate ingredient and color listings.

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 minor labeling errors regarding ingredients and color additives, which fits the rubric for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

Tortilleria Provincia is recalling specific lots of Refrigerate After Purchase White Corn Tortillas in 16 oz and 64 oz packages. The recall was initiated due to a labeling error where the company used the same clear plastic bags with Nutrition Facts and Ingredients listed for all three types of corn tortillas (Yellow, White, and Blue).

The specific labeling issue involves the Blue corn tortilla, where the color Yellow # 2 was written in lieu of Yellow # 6. Additionally, the labels for the White and Yellow corn tortillas include additional color ingredients (FD&C BLUE No. 1, FD&C YELLOW No. 2, FD&C RED N. 40, SODIUM BENZOATE) that may not accurately reflect the contents of the White corn tortillas being recalled. The product was shipped to Kentucky and Ohio.

Consumers who have purchased these specific products should check their inventory for the affected lot codes and package sizes. If they have the recalled items, they should stop using them and contact the manufacturer or retailer for a refund or replacement. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, indicating a situation that might cause temporary or medically reversible health problems.

The recalled product

Product
Tortilleria Provincia Refrigerate After Purchase White Corn Tortillas, Net Wt. 16 oz, 0 89780 10000 1 & 64 oz, 0 89780 10001 8, Tortilleria Provincia, 1200 B Clay St. Bowling Green, KY 42101 (270) 842-7733

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 (3)

  • 04-04-15/ - 05/10/15
  • 04-29-15  05/3015
  • 05-02-15  06/1215

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Tortilleria Provincia 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 3 products in this recall →