Severity
Moderate
Product in cans of 4 1/4 oz (111g) and 8 1/4 oz (220g) net weight. Label reading in part as: "Coloso***PULPO EN ACEITE***OCTOPUS IN OIL***NET WEIGHT ***Fabricado en Espa¿a (Manufactured in Spain)***Packed by: POYO PONTEVEDRA SPAIN***PACKED FOR COLOSO FOODS, INC.*** MERCADO CENTRAL PUERTO NUEVO SAN JUAN PUERTO RICO".
Reported: October 12, 2016 Initiated: May 12, 2016 #F-0001-2017 5,286 CASES units
Ballester Hermanos, Inc. issued this FDA Food recall on October 12, 2016. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 5,286 CASES units are affected. The recall was issued because: Product label states name and ingredients as Octopus and real content is Squid.. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0001-2017) was formally reported on October 12, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 12, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Ballester Hermanos, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Catano, PR. Federal records indicate 5,286 CASES units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: Product label states name and ingredients as Octopus and real content is Squid. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Puerto Rico only.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Food. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
5,286 CASES
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
Product in cans of 4 1/4 oz (111g) and 8 1/4 oz (220g) net weight. Label reading in part as: "Coloso***PULPO EN ACEITE***OCTOPUS IN OIL***NET WEIGHT ***Fabricado en Espa¿a (Manufactured in Spain)***Packed by: POYO PONTEVEDRA SPAIN***PACKED FOR COLOSO FOODS, INC.*** MERCADO CENTRAL PUERTO NUEVO SAN JUAN PUERTO RICO".
Reason for Recall
Product label states name and ingredients as Octopus and real content is Squid.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Ballester Hermanos, Inc.
- Units Affected
- 5,286 CASES
- Distribution
- Puerto Rico only.
- Location
- Catano, PR
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0001-2017 |
| Date reported | October 12, 2016 |
| Date initiated | May 12, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Ballester Hermanos, Inc. |
| Units affected | 5,286 CASES |
| Distribution | Puerto Rico only. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Product in cans of 4 1/4 oz (111g) and 8 1/4 oz (220g) net weight. Label reading in part as: "Coloso***PULPO EN ACEITE***OCTOPUS IN OIL***NET WEIGHT ***Fabricado en Espa¿a (Manufactured in Spain)***Packed by: POYO PONTEVEDRA SPAIN***PACKED FOR COLOSO FOODS, INC.*** MERCADO CENTRAL PUERTO NUEVO SAN JUAN PUERTO RICO".. Recalled by Ballester Hermanos, Inc.. Units affected: 5,286 CASES.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product label states name and ingredients as Octopus and real content is Squid.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on October 12, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0001-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Puerto Rico only..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0001-2017) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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