Yellow Corn Tortillas (Tortilleria Provincia) – Undeclared Color Additive (2011)
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
Yellow Corn Tortillas in 5 lb clear flexible plastic bags with green and yellow printing. Tortilleria Provincia 1200 B Clay Street Bowling Green, KY 42101
Brand
Tortilleria Provincia
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Manufacture dates from 09/19/2011 through 10/19/2011 and all expiration dates between 10/19/2011 and 11/19/2011.
Tortilleria Provincia is recalling Yellow Corn Tortillas in 5 lb clear flexible plastic bags with green and yellow printing. Tortilleri due to During an FDA inspection at the firm, it was discovered that the firm uses, FD&C Yellow #5, in the manufacture of their tortillas. However, FD&C Yell. 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
During an FDA inspection at the firm, it was discovered that the firm uses, FD&C Yellow #5, in the manufacture of their tortillas. However, FD&C Yellow #5 is not listed in the ingredient statement.
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 noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
IN, KY
Page updated: Jan 7, 2026