CLASS II Food recall · Reported 28 Jan 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report

Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic recalled by Catao Market

Catao Market is recalling Mini Gaceniga Authentic Cuban Loaf Cake Classic (, distributed in Florida. The recall was initiated on 18 Dec 2025 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codesProduct identified by Best By dates (12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026)
Quantity recalled385 master cases

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number
H-0415-2026
FDA event ID
98194
Recalling firm
Catao Market, Miami, FL
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
18 Dec 2025
FDA classified
22 Jan 2026
Reported
28 Jan 2026
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Reason category
Undeclared Allergens
Product category
Cakes & Pastries

Timeline

18 Dec 2025Recall initiated by company
22 Jan 2026Classified by FDA+35 days
28 Jan 2026Published in enforcement report+6 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5

Food allergen labelling is required by US law for the nine major allergens. A product recalled for an undeclared allergen is only a risk to people with that allergy; everyone else can consume it safely.

Product as listed by the FDA

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 per master case.

Where it was distributed

Product distributed only in FL.

Florida

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Undeclared colors FD&C Yellow #5

Which lots are affected?

Product identified by Best By dates (12/18/2025 through 03/18/2026)

Where was it sold?

Product distributed only in FL.

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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