The products contain wheat, a known allergen not declared on the labels
August 26, 2013Westlake Foods of Santa Ana, Calif., is recalling approximately 47,419 pounds of cured pork products.
The products contain wheat, a known allergen which is not declared on the labels. The problem is believed to have occurred due to a change in the company’s spice mix, which was not reflected on the labels.
There have been no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.
The products subject to recall include:
- 11-lb. to 13-lb. cases of “Tay Ho Cured Pork Artificially Colored.” This product was distributed for institutional use nationwide.
- 14-oz. packages of “Tay Ho Cured Pork Sausage With Pork Ears And Snouts.” This product was distributed for retail sales nationwide.
- 11-lb. to 13-lb. cases of “Don Cafe Cured Pork Meat and Binder Product Pork skin added.” This product was distributed for institutional use in the Houston, Texas, area.
The products bear the establishment number “EST. 1627A” inside the USDA Mark of Inspection. They can be further identified by a case code “233001” through “213234.” All products were produced between Jan. 1, 2013, and Aug. 22, 2013.
Consumers with questions about the recall should contact Thuy Nguyen, Secretary, at (714) 973-2286.