Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported March 16, 2022
EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. 12 packs with 12 units per case - 144 total units El Super Leon brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00407. The label is read in parts: "Manufactured by: El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. 2545 Britannia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92154***PRODUCT OF CHINA***".
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. recalled EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, U… - a moderate-severity action.
EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, U… was recalled by El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. in March 16, 2022. Reason: Potential to be contaminated with lead.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0855-2022 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Potential to be contaminated with lead..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- March 16, 2022
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0855-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0855-2022) was formally reported on March 16, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 2, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of San Diego, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 4134 cases of 144 units (total).
The documented reason for this recall is: Potential to be contaminated with lead. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: distributed in CA, AZ, IL, TX, GA, NV.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,083 household products recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
4134 cases of 144 units (total)
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. 12 packs with 12 units per case - 144 total units El Super Leon brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00407. The label is read in parts: "Manufactured by: El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. 2545 Britannia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92154***PRODUCT OF CHINA***".
Reason for recall
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0855-2022 |
| Date reported | March 16, 2022 |
| Date initiated | February 2, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. |
| Firm location | San Diego, CA |
| Affected scope | 4134 cases of 144 units (total) |
| Distribution | distributed in CA, AZ, IL, TX, GA, NV. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-0855-2022) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. 12 packs with 12 units per case - 144 total units El Super Leon brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00407. The label is read in parts: "Manufactured by: El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. 2545 Britannia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92154***PRODUCT OF CHINA***".. Recalled by El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc.. Units affected: 4134 cases of 144 units (total).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 16, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0855-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: distributed in CA, AZ, IL, TX, GA, NV..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0855-2022) 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.
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
Two federal-filing-derived peer sets for this notice, both outside the same recalling firm and filing state so the neighborhoods are not firm or geographic containment.
Similar severity · nearest report date
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