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Class II, May Cause HarmF-2421-2017

Finola, Style Octopus in Garlic, Product of Spain, Wild Caught, Net Weight 4.1/10oz (115g), Empacado para:/Packaged for: Bacalafoods Corp., San Juan, PR 00936-8060

Recalled by Bacalafoods Corp on May 19, 2017

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Bacalafoods Corp recalled Finola, Style Octopus in Garlic, Product of Spain, Wild Caught, Net Weight 4.1/10oz (115g), Empacado para:/Packaged for: Bacalafoods Corp. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on May 19, 2017.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Product in principal display panel identified as Style Octopus while real content is squid."

Distribution was limited; the FDA record lists "Puerto Rico only." Single-area recalls still warrant a kitchen check for anyone who shops within that footprint. The recalling firm is based in Carolina, PR. The recall covers 340 boxes (17,000 units) of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Jul 12, 2017), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Product in principal display panel identified as Style Octopus while real content is squid.

Product Description

Finola, Style Octopus in Garlic, Product of Spain, Wild Caught, Net Weight 4.1/10oz (115g), Empacado para:/Packaged for: Bacalafoods Corp., San Juan, PR 00936-8060

Distribution

Puerto Rico only

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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States affected: Puerto Rico

Terms Explained

Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.