Empanadas de Pina (Mexicantown) – Undeclared Yellow #6 (2012)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
1) EMPANADAS DE PINA (MEXICAN SWEET BREAD) IMPORTED BY EL CHARRO MEXICANTOWN BAKERY DETROIT MI 48210 3.4oz 21-MAY-12, UPC: 9564000009 2) EMPANADAS DE PINA (MEXICAN SWEET BREAD/pain sucre) IMPORTED BY FIESTA WHOLESALE 226-440-3033 MY LITTLE MEXICO 3.4oz
Brand
Mexicantown Wholesale
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
1) All products distributed on 5/10/12 and 5/17/2012. 2) All products distributed on 5/9/12 and 5/16/12.
Mexicantown Wholesale is recalling 1) EMPANADAS DE PINA (MEXICAN SWEET BREAD) IMPORTED BY EL CHARRO MEXICANTOWN BAKERY DETROIT MI 48210 due to The firm recalled 26 products for undeclared allergens. This product was recalled due to undeclared YELLOW #6.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The firm recalled 26 products for undeclared allergens. This product was recalled due to undeclared YELLOW #6.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 9, 2026