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Class II, May Cause HarmF-2526-2014

Goya Chick Peas Garbanzos 15.5 oz. (439g)

Recalled by Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico INC. on Jul 30, 2014

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico INC. recalled Goya Chick Peas Garbanzos 15.5 oz. (439g) in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jul 30, 2014.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Domestic to Puerto Rico and USA (NY,MA,NJ,TX,IL,FL,GA,CA,VA) and Internationally (Aruba, Curacao,Virgen Gorda, Angilla, Antilles, Saint Barts, Dominica, St.Vincent, Barbados, Saint Marteen, Saint Thomas, Monserrat, Grenada, Antigua, Tortolo, Nevis, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Jonhs, and St. Croix)." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Bayamon, PR. The recall covers 14317 of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Oct 8, 2014), 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

Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling the following products due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise the integrity of the product.

Product Description

Goya Chick Peas Garbanzos 15.5 oz. (439g)

Distribution

Domestic to Puerto Rico and USA (NY,MA,NJ,TX,IL,FL,GA,CA,VA) and Internationally (Aruba, Curacao,Virgen Gorda, Angilla, Antilles, Saint Barts, Dominica, St.Vincent, Barbados, Saint Marteen, Saint Thomas, Monserrat, Grenada, Antigua, Tortolo, Nevis, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Jonhs, and St. Croix)

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