CLASS II Food recall · Reported 9 Dec 2020 · FDA Enforcement Report
Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales recalled
Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company is recalling Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 12 Nov 2020 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-0147-2021
- FDA event ID
- 86752
- Recalling firm
- Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, Tucson, AZ
- Brand
- Tucson Tamale
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 12 Nov 2020
- FDA classified
- 4 Dec 2020
- Reported
- 9 Dec 2020
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Other
Timeline
| 12 Nov 2020 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 4 Dec 2020 | Classified by FDA | +22 days |
| 9 Dec 2020 | Published in enforcement report | +5 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales.
Foreign material recalls cover pieces of metal, plastic, glass, wood or other objects that got into the product during processing and could cause injury if eaten.
Product as listed by the FDA
Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), plastic bag, UPC 8 53437 00234, Keep Frozen, 6 packs/box (case)
Where it was distributed
Nationwide.
Questions about this recall
Is Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales recalled?
Yes. Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company recalled Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales on 12 Nov 2020. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0147-2021.
Why was it recalled?
Plastic pieces (1-2 cm) were discovered inside cans of tomatoes which were used to make two types of tamales.
Which lots are affected?
Lot code: F20309 Exp 11/05/22
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
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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