B&G Foods North America, Inc

Recall #F-0736-2015 · Initiated 2014-11-14

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What happened

B&G Foods is recalling certain Ortega and Las Palmas brand taco seasoning and sauce products because spice ingredients may contain undeclared peanuts and almonds. This recall affects products sold nationwide and in several other countries.

Who is at risk

People with peanut or tree nut allergies are at risk of serious allergic reactions if they consume these products.

What to do

Check your pantry for the affected Ortega 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning (UPC 41501-00824) and other recalled Ortega and Las Palmas taco products. If you have any of these items, stop using them and contact the manufacturer for a refund, or dispose of the product safely.

Product

Ortega 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning 1.25 oz., UPC 41501-00824

Reason for recall

Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.

Quantity affected

7,201,809 cases total

Distribution

Nationwide and Worldwide to include: Bermuda, Canada, Dominican Republic, Dubai, Guam, Haiti, Honduras, Israel, New Zealand, Panama, Philippines, Singapore, Trinidad, United Kingdom.

Lot / code info

Best By Date Range: Feb 18, 2016 - Nov 3, 2016

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2015-04-14