Marquez Produce recalls Fresh Cactus (Nopal) due to unapproved pesticides. Consumers should check lot code 1209-12 for affected products.
Marquez Produce is recalling Fresh Cactus because of unapproved pesticides.
Marquez Produce is recalling Fresh Cactus (Nopal) because it contains unapproved pesticides. This poses a health risk to consumers who eat the product.
Unapproved pesticides in the cactus can cause health issues when consumed. These pesticides are not approved for food use and may pose risks to consumers.
Anyone who purchased Fresh Cactus (Nopal) from Marquez Produce. Children and pregnant individuals may be at higher risk due to pesticide exposure.
Check for lot code 120:12 on the product packaging. The product is sold in 40-pound boxes labeled as Fresh Cactus (Nopal).
Look for lot code 1209-12 on the box to confirm if it's affected.
No, the product contains unapproved pesticides and should not be consumed.
Check the lot code 1209-12 on the 40-pound box of Fresh Cactus (Nopal).
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Marquez Produce for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Marquez Produce to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1448-2014 — Marquez Produce Marquez Produce Hello, I own a Marquez Produce that is covered by recall F-1448-2014 from Marquez Produce. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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