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Gasco Industrial recalls Gasc¿ Golden Egg Yellow Shade Food Color and 1 more: label issue

March 13, 2019 · Gasco Industrial Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallFailure to declare Yellow #5 and potassium sorbate

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Gasco Industrial
Location
Gurabo, PR
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2019
Recall started
February 15, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Dairy and eggs
Reason type
Labeling and quality

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Gasc¿ Golden Egg Yellow Shade Food Color, Contains: 32 fl. oz. (946 mL)
    Quantity: (135) 5-gallon pails and (516) 32oz ea units
    Codes: 18011201 18042301 18052301 18070501 18090401
  • Gasc¿ Tomato Red Food Color, Net Contents: 5 gal (640 fl. oz)
    Quantity: (35) 5-gallon pails and (60) 32oz ea units
    Codes: Lot # 18052301

Where it was distributed

Domestic Consignees Only. No government or foreign consignees.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Gasco Industrial recalled 2 products, including Gasc¿ Golden Egg Yellow Shade Food Color, Contains: 32 fl. oz. (946 mL).

Why was it recalled?

Failure to declare Yellow #5 and potassium sorbate

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Domestic Consignees Only. No government or foreign consignees.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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