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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0147-2021/FDA enforcement
Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC·Food·Nov 12, 2020

Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), Plastic Bag

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Plastic fragments can pose a choking risk or irritate and injure the digestive tract.

  • 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 FDANationwide (US)More food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameTucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC
Recalling firmTucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLCTucson, AZ, United States
UPC / barcodes
85343700234
Lot / date codes
  • Lot code: F20309 Exp 11/05/22
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide.

United States

Quantity affected243 - 2 packs
Recall initiationFDA report date: December 9, 2020
FDA recall numberF-0147-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC initiated this food recall on November 12, 2020. The FDA enforcement report states: Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales.

Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), Plastic Bag was made or distributed by Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC in Tucson, AZ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0147-2021, dated December 9, 2020.

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, plastic fragments can pose a choking risk or irritate and injure the digestive tract.

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 UPC and lot code 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

Plastic contamination

Possible health effects

Plastic fragments can pose a choking risk or cause irritation or injury to the mouth and digestive tract.

Higher-risk groups

Young children and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product and do not taste or chew it to check for fragments.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed plastic or has breathing difficulty, severe pain or persistent vomiting.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

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 Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), Plastic Bag recall?

Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC recalled Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), Plastic Bag in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0147-2021. Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales.

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 eating or using the product and do not taste or chew it to check for fragments. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed plastic or has breathing difficulty, severe pain or persistent vomiting. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC 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-0147-2021. 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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