Gacen¿iga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake recalled for undeclared food color
CATAO MARKET LLC is recalling Gacen¿iga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake (24 oz) due to undeclared FD&C Yellow #5. The product was distributed in Florida with Best By dates from 12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026.
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: This FDA Class II recall involves a labeling violation—the undeclared food color FD&C Yellow #5. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the rubric, minor labeling errors with no reported harm rate as Moderate (2).
Plain-English summary
Gacen¿iga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake (24 oz, 680g) produced by CATAO MARKET LLC is being recalled due to the presence of undeclared FD&C Yellow #5 food coloring. This is a labeling violation, as all food additives must be properly declared on product labels.
The recalled product was distributed exclusively in Florida. Affected items can be identified by Best By dates ranging from 12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026 printed on the packaging. A total of 775 master cases (each containing 12 units) were distributed.
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it.
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 — Baked Goods
- Hazard
- undeclared-color
- mis-labeling
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:
- FL
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