Classic Cuban loaf cake recalled over undeclared FD&C Yellow 5
Catao Market is recalling 775 master cases of Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic because the colour FD&C Yellow #5 was not declared on the label.
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: Scored 2 under the minor labeling criterion: the record cites an undeclared colour additive with no stated illness or consequence.
Plain-English summary
Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic, net weight 24 oz (680g), packaged in wax paper placed in a clear bag and packed in a cardboard carton, 12 x 24 oz per master case, is being recalled by Catao Market LLC. The product name in the enforcement record prints with an unreadable character and is rendered here as Gaceniga.
The reason given in the enforcement record is undeclared colors, FD&C Yellow #5.
The record lists 775 master cases, identified by best-by dates from 12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026. The product was distributed only in Florida. The FDA has classified the action as Class II.
The record cites an undeclared colour additive rather than a pathogen or major allergen, and reports no illnesses. Consumers should follow the retailer's return instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Gacen¿iga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic (Net Wt. 24 oz (680g)) packaged in wax paper, placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 24 oz per master case.
- Manufacturer
- CATAO MARKET LLC
- Category
- Food — Bakery
- Affected units
- 775
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 identified by Best By dates (12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026)
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 4 recalled by CATAO MARKET LLC 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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