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Candies Tolteca recalls Tolteca Saladitos con Chile Limon and 1 more: contamination

March 23, 2022 · Candies Tolteca 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 recallFirm distributed Dried Salted Plum (Saladitos) that may contain high lead levels.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Candies Tolteca
Location
Fresno, CA
Reported by FDA
March 23, 2022
Recall started
February 7, 2022
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Candy and chocolate
Reason type
Other contamination

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.

  • Tolteca Saladitos con Chile Limon, Dried Plums with Chili & Lemon; Net Wt. .15 oz. (42.5g) packaged in a clear cellophane bag approximately (4 x 8). Green TOLTECA brand label and identified with UPC Code 704927600700. Packed by Candies Toletca P.O. Box 4055, Fresno, CA 93744
    Quantity: 1248 individual bags (total)
    Codes: All lots and expiry dates
  • Tolteca Saladitos Salted Dried Plums; Net Wt. 1.5 oz. (42.5g) packaged in a clear cellophane bag approximately (4 x 8 ). The name SALADITOS Salted Dried Plums appears on a Blue TOLTECA brand label and identified with UPC Code 704927600694 Packed by Candies Toletca P.O. Box 4055, Fresno, CA 93744
    Quantity: 1248 individual bags (total)
    Codes: All lots and expiry dates

Where it was distributed

CA, UT, NV

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?

Candies Tolteca recalled 2 products, including Tolteca Saladitos con Chile Limon, Dried Plums with Chili & Lemon; Net Wt. .15 oz. (42.5g) packaged in a clear cellophane bag….

Why was it recalled?

Firm distributed Dried Salted Plum (Saladitos) that may contain high lead levels.

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?

CA, UT, NV

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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Sources

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