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Itacate Foods LLC Recalls CHARGE-UP CHILAQUILES for Undeclared Yellow #5 and Yellow #6

Itacate Foods LLC recalls 566 packages of CHARGE-UP CHILAQUILES distributed to multiple U.S. states for undeclared Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 color additives. The recall is active as of September 24, 2025. No injuries are reported in the recall notice.

Official notice
Itacate FoodsFood & BeveragesLot code: 52061UPC: 6000877530Best by date 8/26

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
August 20, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 20, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Itacate Foods
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Itacate Foods
Product type
Chilaquiles breakfast product
Model numbers
Lot code: 52061, UPC: 6000877530, Best by date 8/26
Sizes
3.5 oz (100 g)
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
Nationwide

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 20, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    September 24, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Undeclared Yellow #5 and Yellow #6.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Itacate Foods LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Letter

About This Product

CHARGE-UP CHILAQUILES is a ready-to-eat breakfast product marketed as a traditional Mexican breakfast featuring tortilla chips with salsa and eggs. It is distributed in the U.S. as a packaged convenience item.

Why This Is Dangerous

The product contains Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 color additives that were not declared on the label, which could pose health risks to some consumers.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader pattern involving multiple brands with undeclared food colorings.

Real-World Impact

Consumers must verify their lot code and date codes to determine eligibility for a refund or replacement; there is no reported injury, but undeclared color additives present a potential health risk.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify CHARGE-UP CHILAQUILES package with lot code 52061
  2. Check UPC 6000877530 and best by date 8/26
  3. Review distribution states listed in recall notice

Where to find product info

Official enforcement report at FDA recall page; Itacate Foods LLC contact details in the same notice

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements will be processed per the notification letter; typical timelines not specified

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications
  • Escalate to FDA recall contact if company is slow to respond
  • Consider consumer protection channels for unresolved refunds

How to prevent similar issues

  • Carefully review ingredient lists for all color additives before purchase
  • Look for declarations of Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 in future purchases
  • Prefer suppliers with transparent allergen disclosures
  • Maintain records of recalls for future reference

Documentation advice

Save the recall letter, take photos of package labels, keep purchase receipts if available

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Product Details

Product: CHARGE-UP CHILAQUILES Traditional Mexican breakfast. Net weight: 3.5 oz (100 g). Brand: Itacate Foods. Lot code: 52061. UPC: 6000877530. Best by date: 8/26. Quantity recalled: 566 packages. Distribution: AK, AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MN, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WY.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 566 total packages recalled
  • Best by date 8/26
  • Distributed to 25+ states

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONINGOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot code: 52061
UPC: 6000877530
Best by date 8/26
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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