Gaceniga Cuban loaf cake raisins recalled for undeclared Yellow #5
Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Raisins contain an undeclared food coloring (FD&C Yellow #5) that is not listed on the label. This poses a risk to people with sensitivity or allergies to this dye. The affected product was distributed in Florida and has Best By dates between December 18, 2025 and March 18, 2026.
From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Do not eat the cake if you have a sensitivity or allergy to Yellow #5 dye
- Check your pantry for packages with Best By dates from 12/18/2025 to 03/18/2026
- Return the product to where you bought it for a refund or replacement
- Contact Catao Market LLC with questions about this recall
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Raisins (Net Wt. 24 oz (680g)) packaged in wax paper placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 24 oz per master case.
- Sold in
- Product distributed only in FL.
- Made for
- All ages
This recall covers 4 products — see all of them.
Details
- Units affected
- 520 master cases
- Illnesses reported
- None reported
- Manufactured in
- 7143 N Waterway Dr, Miami, FL, United States
- Classification
- Class II
- Recall number
- H-0413-2026
In the FDA's words
- Description
- Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Raisins (Net Wt. 24 oz (680g)) packaged in wax paper placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 24 oz per master case. Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5 Product identified by Best By dates (12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026) Distribution: Product distributed only in FL. Affected quantity: 520 master cases
- Hazard
- Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5
4 products in this recall
Gaceniga Cuban loaf cakes recalled for undeclared FD&C Yellow #5
Catao Market is recalling four Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake products, in Classic and Raisins varieties and in full (24 oz) and mini (12 oz) sizes. The labels do not declare FD&C Yellow #5, a color additive that some people are sensitive to. The products were distributed only in Florida, and no injuries have been reported.
The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.
- 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 m…H-0412-2026 · 775 master cases
- Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Raisins (Net Wt. 24 oz (680g)) packaged in wax paper placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 24 oz per mas… (this page)H-0413-2026 · 520 master cases
- Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Raisins (Net Wt. 12 oz (340g)) packaged in wax paper, placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 12 oz p…H-0414-2026 · 260 master cases (3,120 loaf cakes)
- Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic (Net Wt. 12 oz (340g)) packaged in wax paper, placed in clear bag and packed in cardboard carton. 12/ 12 oz p…H-0415-2026 · 385 master cases