Para Bien Al Grano Recall: Check for Undeclared Sesame in Puerto Rico

• Pan Pepin is recalling specific 24-ounce boxes of Para Bien Al Grano sold throughout Puerto Rico because they may contain sesame that was not declared on the label.
• The affected products share UPC 0 21425 01513 4 and have sell-by dates from October 12 through October 21, 2026, with specific lot codes listed below.
• People with a sesame allergy or severe sensitivity should not eat the product. Return it for a refund or discard it if returning it is not possible.

What happened with the Para Bien Al Grano recall?

Pan Pepin Inc. of Bayamón, Puerto Rico, is recalling certain 24-ounce boxes of Para Bien Al Grano because they may contain sesame that was not declared on the product label. The company announced the recall on October 13, 2026, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration published the alert on October 14, 2026.

The product was distributed throughout Puerto Rico. The main concern is for people who have a sesame allergy or severe sensitivity, since eating an undeclared allergen can cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. The recall applies only to the specific product information and lots listed below, not automatically to every Para Bien Al Grano package.

How to identify the recalled bread product

Check the front and back of the package for the product name, UPC, lot code, and sell-by date. The affected product is the 24-ounce box of Para Bien Al Grano with UPC 0 21425 01513 4.

If the UPC, lot code, and sell-by date match the FDA notice, set the package aside and do not eat it. If you are unsure whether your package is included, it is safer for a person with a sesame allergy not to consume it until the product can be confirmed.

What consumers should do with the recalled product

1. Do not eat it if you or someone who may consume it has a sesame allergy or severe sensitivity.
2. Keep the package away from other food until you can return or dispose of it. Avoid serving it to children or guests who may not know about the alert.
3. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, if possible.
4. Discard it if returning it is not practical. Seal it before placing it in the trash so another person or animal cannot consume it.
5. Contact Pan Pepin if you need additional information about the recall. The FDA notice lists 787-403-7363 and luis.santini@panpepin.com, with consumer hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Do not rely only on the ingredient panel if your package matches one of the recalled lots. The reason for the alert is that sesame was not properly declared, so the absence of a sesame warning on the label does not make an affected package safe.

Who is at risk from undeclared sesame?

The recall is especially relevant to people with a diagnosed sesame allergy, a history of severe food reactions, or a known sensitivity to sesame. Sesame is recognized under U.S. federal law as one of the nine major food allergens, and packaged foods generally must identify it on the label. A recall like this addresses a situation in which the required allergen information was not correctly provided.

Symptoms of a food-allergic reaction can include hives, flushing, itching or tingling in the mouth, swelling of the lips or tongue, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, wheezing, dizziness, or trouble breathing. Symptoms can begin within minutes or take a few hours to appear, and a reaction that starts mildly can become more serious.

If someone develops signs of a severe allergic reaction after eating the product, use their prescribed epinephrine if available and seek emergency medical help immediately. Trouble breathing, throat swelling, fainting, or signs of shock should be treated as an emergency. Do not wait to see whether symptoms go away on their own.

What happens next with the recall?

The FDA notice says Pan Pepin is taking steps to remove the affected products from the market and strengthen its labeling and allergen-verification procedures. As of October 19, 2026, the listed recall remains a current consumer alert. The notice does not provide a separate end date for the recall or announce a replacement product.

Retailers and households in Puerto Rico should check remaining inventory against the full lot list rather than removing every Para Bien Al Grano product automatically. If you have already returned or discarded a matching package, keep a record of the purchase if you need to discuss a refund with the retailer.

Practical status check

For the quickest check, compare the product name, 24-ounce size, UPC, lot code, and sell-by date with the table above. A package is part of this alert when the identifying details match one of the listed entries. When in doubt, do not serve it to anyone with a sesame allergy until Pan Pepin or the retailer confirms its status.

Helpful Links

• FDA Para Bien Al Grano allergy alert – Review the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall notice, affected lot codes, product photos, and Pan Pepin contact information.
• FDA Food Allergies: What You Need to Know – Read official guidance about food-allergy symptoms, anaphylaxis, emergency treatment, and reducing the risk of accidental exposure.
• FDA Spanish-language Para Bien Al Grano recall notice – Access the FDA's Spanish-language version of the Puerto Rico sesame allergy alert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is every Para Bien Al Grano package recalled?

A. No. The alert applies to the listed 24-ounce packages with UPC 0 21425 01513 4 and the specific lot codes and sell-by dates shown in the recall table. Packages with different identifying information are not covered by this particular notice.

Q. What if I ate the recalled bread but have no sesame allergy?

A. The recall is focused on the undeclared sesame allergen, so the greatest risk is for people with a sesame allergy or severe sensitivity. If you develop symptoms after eating it, contact a healthcare professional promptly; seek emergency help for breathing problems, throat swelling, fainting, or other signs of a severe reaction.

Q. Can I get a refund for a recalled package?

A. The FDA notice says consumers should return affected products to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact the retailer directly if you need to confirm its return procedure.

Q. Where can I ask Pan Pepin about a package?

A. The FDA recall notice lists Pan Pepin at 787-403-7363 and luis.santini@panpepin.com. The listed consumer contact hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.