MODERATE RISK
Terminated
F-1679-2014
CORN TORTILLAS: 18 CT YELLOW/WHITE 18 OZ USPC Code 1569603333, 36 COUNT YELLOW/WHITE 36 OZ USPC Code 1569603335/4, 75 COUNT WHITE CORN 5 LB,USPC Code 1569603331, 100 COUNT WHITE CORN 100 OZ USPC Code 1569603336, 36 COUNT MINI 24 OZ USPC Code 1569603332, 36 COUNT TAQUITO 23 OZ UPC Code 1569603345, 100 COUNT TAQUITO 4 LB UPC Code 1569603346. Packaged in clear poly plastic bags.
Recalled by Tortillas Mexico Mexico, Incorporated
Classification
Class II — Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose only a slight threat of a serious nature.
Reason for Recall
Tortillas Mexico is recalling all tortillas with the Expiration Dates from December 20 to February 27, 2014 because a meatal staple was found by a consumer in a baked tortilla. Investigation by the Colorado Health Department found the firm's metal detector was not functioning.
Product Details
Product Quantity
249,158
Product Type
Food
Code Info
Expiration Dates from December 20 to February 27, 2014
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution & Geography
Distribution Pattern
Regional; to various grocery stores in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska and Kansas. For foreign, military/govt/VA consignees.
Company Location
Denver, CO, 80204-5403
Timeline
Report Date
03/26/2014
Recall Initiated
02/10/2014
Classification Date
03/20/2014
Termination Date
07/11/2014
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls
Last updated: August 28, 2026
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