FDA-Food2026-01-28Class IIMISBRANDING
Gacenéiga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake recalled for undeclared Yellow #5 dye
What this means
Gacenéiga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic contains FD&C Yellow #5 food coloring that is not listed on the package label. This undeclared ingredient may pose a risk to people with sensitivities or allergies to this dye. The affected product was sold in Florida with Best By dates between December 18, 2025 and March 18, 2026.
- Check your Gacenéiga Cuban Loaf Cake package for a Best By date between 12/18/2025 and 03/18/2026
- Do not eat the cake if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to FD&C Yellow #5
- Return the product to the store where you purchased it for a refund or replacement
- Contact CATAO MARKET LLC if you have questions about your purchase
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Product distributed only in FL.
Affected count
775 master cases
Manufactured in
7143 N Waterway Dr, Miami, FL, United States
Products
Gacen¿iga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic (Net Wt. 24 oz (680g)) packaged in wax paper, placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 24 oz per master case.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0412-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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