CLASS II Food recall · Reported 1 Aug 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Sonoran Rice recalled by Namias
Namias is recalling Sonoran Rice, distributed in Arizona. The recall was initiated on 14 Jun 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
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
- F-1800-2012
- FDA event ID
- 51821
- Recalling firm
- Namias, Tucson, AZ
- Brand
- Sonoran
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 14 Jun 2012
- FDA classified
- 26 Jul 2012
- Reported
- 1 Aug 2012
- 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
- Rice
Timeline
| 14 Jun 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 26 Jul 2012 | Classified by FDA | +42 days |
| 1 Aug 2012 | Published 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
The product was recalled due to undeclared-sub ingredient, hydrolyzed soy protein.
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
Sonoran Rice, 14 lbs (224 oz). Chonita Foods 847 E. 18th St. Tucson, AZ 85719.
Where it was distributed
Distributed solely to one customer in AZ. AZ only.
Questions about this recall
Is Sonoran Rice recalled?
Yes. Namias recalled Sonoran Rice on 14 Jun 2012. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1800-2012.
Why was it recalled?
The product was recalled due to undeclared-sub ingredient, hydrolyzed soy protein.
Which lots are affected?
"MADE ON 05/02/2012" and "MADE ON 04/11/2012"
Where was it sold?
Distributed solely to one customer in AZ. AZ only.
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 21 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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