CATAO MARKET recalled 3,120 Cuban loaf cakes on December 18, 2025. The recall follows the discovery of undeclared FD&C Yellow #5 in the product. This hazard poses a significant risk for consumers with allergies to this color additive.
Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact CATAO MARKET LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
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Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake is a popular baked good often enjoyed as a dessert or snack. Consumers purchase it for its traditional flavor and convenient packaging.
The hazard arises from undeclared FD&C Yellow #5, a synthetic dye that can trigger allergic reactions among sensitive consumers. The absence of this information on the label poses a significant health risk.
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Consumers may experience health risks if they consume the product unknowingly. The recall may cause inconvenience for those who have already purchased it.
The Best By date can typically be found on the back or bottom of the packaging, along with any UPC codes.
Expect refund processing to take approximately 4-6 weeks.
Keep all receipts and correspondence regarding the recall for your records.
The recalled product is Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake with raisins, packaged in wax paper and placed in a clear bag. Each loaf cake weighs 12 ounces. The product was distributed in Florida and identified by Best By dates from December 18, 2025, through March 18, 2026.
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