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Chef Pineiro's Sofrito con Cilantro, with Coriander, NET WT./PESO NETO 12 oz (340g) and NET WT./PESO NETO 32 oz (907g)

Q: What is being recalled?

Ac Culinary Group Llc. is the subject of a food safety report: Chef Pineiro's Sofrito con Cilantro, with Coriander, NET WT./PESO NETO 12 oz (340g) and NET WT./PESO NETO 32 oz (907g). The notice was published on November 12, 2019 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 23,040 units are potentially affected.

Q: Why was this product recalled?

This recall was issued in connection with a other concern. The full description above contains the FDA's official wording about the defect, affected lots, and impacted distribution — read it carefully.

Q: What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the lot number, model number, or sell-by date against the recall notice above. Then contact Ac Culinary Group Llc. or the retailer where you purchased it to request a refund, replacement, or repair. The official FDA page has the most current instructions: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts.

Q: Is a refund or replacement free?

Yes. Under federal recall procedures, consumers are entitled to a remedy at no cost — typically a full refund, free replacement, or free repair. There is generally no expiration on safety recalls. Keep your receipt if possible, but most agencies require remedies even without proof of purchase.

Q: Has anyone been hurt by this product?

Injury and incident reports are part of the official recall announcement above. If you or a member of your household has been harmed by this product, report the incident to FDA at https://www.fda.gov/safety/report-problem-fda. Reports help the agency identify ongoing risks and pursue follow-up enforcement.

Q: Where can I get more information?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the authoritative source for this recall. Visit https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts for the complete recall notice, lot codes, and the manufacturer's contact information.

Q: Is this an FDA food or cosmetic recall?

This recall is in the FDA's jurisdiction and may cover food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, or related products. Follow the FDA's official guidance in the notice above. If you have consumed the product and are concerned about your health, contact a healthcare provider.

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FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-0232-2020.

The firm received a customer complaint describing a metal filament in a bottle of one lot of Sofrito Cilantro 32 oz. Further investigation determined that the same type of metal filament was found in raw material (dehydrated minced onion) used in the manufacture of Sofrito Cilantro 32 oz and other products.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-0232-2020.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

Stop using the product if you own it.
Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
Contact Ac Culinary Group Llc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-0232-2020.

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Ac Culinary Group Llc. Recall FAQ

What is being recalled?

Ac Culinary Group Llc. is the subject of a food safety report: Chef Pineiro's Sofrito con Cilantro, with Coriander, NET WT./PESO NETO 12 oz (340g) and NET WT./PESO NETO 32 oz (907g). The notice was published on November 12, 2019 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 23,040 units are potentially affected.

Why was this product recalled?

What should I do if I have this product?

Is a refund or replacement free?

Has anyone been hurt by this product?

Where can I get more information?

Is this an FDA food or cosmetic recall?

Chef Pineiro's Sofrito con Cilantro, with Coriander, NET WT./PESO NETO 12 oz (340g) and NET WT./PESO NETO 32 oz (907g)

FDA Recall Notice

Corrective Action (per FDA)

✅ What you should do

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

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