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Class III, Unlikely HarmfulF-2602-2016

Label reads in part as " GOYA ***HONEY WITH COMB***PURE ALL NATURAL***NET WT. 16 OZ (1LB)***15173***GOYA FOODS, INC. SECAUCUS, NJ 07096"

Recalled by Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico INC. on Jun 7, 2016

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico INC. recalled Label reads in part as " GOYA ***HONEY WITH COMB***PURE ALL NATURAL***NET WT. 16 OZ (1LB)***15173***GOYA FOODS, INC. SECAUCUS, NJ 07096" in a Class III action, the FDA tier used when a product is unlikely to cause adverse health effects, typically for labeling or minor regulatory issues on Jun 7, 2016.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Goya Honey with Comb product tested by FDA showed presence of 2, 6 Dichlorobenzamide which is not EPA registered for use in honey."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Domestic: Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands (St. Croix and St. John); International: St. Marteen, Anguila, Tortola, Curacao, and Aruba." 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 297 cases/12 jars per case of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Oct 5, 2016), 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 Honey with Comb product tested by FDA showed presence of 2, 6 Dichlorobenzamide which is not EPA registered for use in honey.

Product Description

Label reads in part as " GOYA ***HONEY WITH COMB***PURE ALL NATURAL***NET WT. 16 OZ (1LB)***15173***GOYA FOODS, INC. SECAUCUS, NJ 07096"

Distribution

Domestic: Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands (St. Croix and St. John); International: St. Marteen, Anguila, Tortola, Curacao, and Aruba.

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, Virgin Islands

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