Why did La Fiesta recall its breadcrumbs? Reasons explained

FDA’s latest announcement has sent ripples through kitchens nationwide as it has recalled a staple product – breadcrumbs. The pantry staple is widely used in recipes ranging from crispy coatings to savoury stuffing.

La Fiesta Food Products has issued a recall for eight ounces packages of its La Fiesta Unseasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado) and Seasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado) because the products contain sesame, an allergen which was not listed on the packaging, as indicated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on January 28, 2025.

The report further added that the packing labels do not include the allergen declaration in Spanish. FDA stated that people who are allergic to sesame are at risk of serious and life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the recalled product.

It has urged consumers to return the product to the retail store from where they purchased it for a full refund or discard it.

The recall affects over 26,000 packages of unseasoned breadcrumbs and 6,000 packages of seasoned breadcrumbs sold across various retailers, according to All Recipes. This has prompted consumers to check their cupboards for the affected products.

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Other key details about the FDA recall for La Fiesta breadcrumbs

According to the FDA’s report, the recalled Breadcrumbs (Pan Rayado) were sold between April 10, 2024, and Jan. 22, 2025. While the recalled Seasoned Breadcrumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado) were sold between Aug. 29, 2024, and Jan. 22, 2025.

The unseasoned breadcrumbs (Pan Rayado) have the UPC (Universal Product Code) 032327000886 and lot codes 26032, 26073, 26082, 26092, and 26094.

While the seasoned breadcrumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado) have UPC#032327000887 and lot codes 26094, 26123, and 6,240.

If you have packages of La Fiesta’s seasoned or unseasoned breadcrumbs in your possession then it is essential to check the lot codes which are located on the front as well as the UPC which is located at the back of the product.

To date, the FDA has not received any cases of illnesses or adverse effects from consuming the recalled breadcrumbs. The FDA added in its report that in case customers have queries, they are free to reach La Fiesta Food Products' customer support number at 408-326-0487 or email [email protected].

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How to identify a sesame allergy?

According to Medical News Today, a sesame reaction ranges from mild to sensitive. A severe sesame allergy can trigger anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction that needs immediate medical attention.

Foods to avoid include foods containing sesame seeds, sesame oil and tahini, the report added. Sesame is not only found in food products but also in cosmetics, supplements, medications, and pet food.

Symptoms may include difficulty breathing due to airway constriction, swelling of the throat and tongue, a rapid drop in blood pressure, hives, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, wheezing, coughing and loss of consciousness.

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