Suadel Food Products, Inc.

Recall #F-0974-2013 · Initiated 2012-12-21

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What happened

Estrella Food Products' meat-flavored turnovers (empanadillas) sold in Puerto Rico were recalled because the packaging does not list wheat and soy as ingredients, even though they are present in the product. This is a serious safety issue classified as Class I.

Who is at risk

People with wheat or soy allergies are at risk of a dangerous allergic reaction if they consume this product.

What to do

If you purchased these empanadillas in 5, 12, or 24-unit packages from Puerto Rico, do not eat them. Check your freezer and discard any packages, or return them to the store where you bought them.

Product

"Estrella Food Products, Inc***Empanadillas Sabor a Carne(Meat flavorTurnovers)***5 units, 12 units and 24 units***Elaborado y Empacado por: Estrella Food Products, Inc., Bayamon, PR 00959-1906***".

Reason for recall

Wheat and soy is not declared.

Quantity affected

2,412 units

Distribution

Puerto Rico only

Lot / code info

No code

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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