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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-2524-2014/FDA enforcement
Tradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC.·Food·Jul 30, 2014

Goya Whole Green Peas Chicharos 15.5 OZ (439g)

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDANY, MA, NJ, TX +5 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameTradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC.
Recalling firmTradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC.Bayamon, PR, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot A2461 8 BB 07/09/18
Distribution area
NYMANJTXILFLGACAVA

Domestic to Puerto Rico and USA (NY, MA, NJ, TX, IL, FL, GA, CA, VA) and Internationally (Aruba, Curacao, Virgen Gorda, Angilla, Antilles, Saint Barts, Dominica, St.Vincent, Barbados, Saint Marteen, Saint Thomas, Monserrat, Grenada, Antigua, Tortolo, Nevis, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Jonhs, and St. Croix)

United States, Puerto Rico

Quantity affected5138
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 8, 2014
FDA recall numberF-2524-2014

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Tradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC. initiated this food recall on July 30, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product. The FDA report lists distribution as: Domestic to Puerto Rico and USA (NY,MA,NJ,TX,IL,FL,GA,CA,VA) and Internationally (Aruba, Curacao,Virgen Gorda, Angilla, Antilles, Saint Barts, Dominica, St.Vincent, Barbados, Saint Marteen, Saint Thomas, Monserrat, Grenada, Antigua, Tortolo, Nevis, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Jonhs, and St. Croix).

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product.

Goya Whole Green Peas Chicharos 15.5 OZ (439g) was made or distributed by Tradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC. in Bayamon, PR, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2524-2014, dated October 8, 2014.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Goya Whole Green Peas Chicharos 15.5 OZ (439g) recall?

Tradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC. recalled Goya Whole Green Peas Chicharos 15.5 OZ (439g) in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-2524-2014. Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Tradewind Foods De Puerto Rico INC. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-2524-2014. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.