In Puerto Rico, Pan Pepín Inc., based in Bayamón, announced the voluntary recall of several batches of its Para Bien Al Grano product after identifying that it contains sesame, an ingredient not declared on the label. The product was distributed across Puerto Rico, and the company urged consumers to check packaging to determine if they purchased any of the affected batches.
The recall is due to the risk of severe or potentially fatal allergic reactions for individuals with a sesame allergy. Seven batches of Para Bien Al Grano are included in the recall, identified by the UPC code 0 21425 01513 4. Consumers can return affected products to the place of purchase for a full refund or discard them if return is not possible.
Pan Pepín Inc. apologized for the inconvenience and stated that it is reinforcing its labeling and allergen verification procedures to prevent similar situations. The company assured that consumer safety and transparency are its top priorities.