De Todito NATURAL Recall: What To Do

de todito recall news matters if you buy imported snack chips. On September 9, 2026, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a recall of two De Todito mixed chip products. The bags contain chicharrón, which is pork cracklings. According to FSIS, El Eden Import Distributor Corp. of Long Island City, New York, is recalling approximately 264 pounds of these products.

The reason is an import violation. The chips were produced in Colombia, which is not eligible to export meat products to the United States. If these snacks are in your pantry, this guide explains what to know.

What the De Todito Recall Covers

The de todito recall covers two specific snack products. Both come in 45-gram foil bags. Each bag is a mix of several chip types. The mix includes a pork cracklings product, and that ingredient is why FSIS is involved.

The first product is “De Todito NATURAL” mixed chips. According to the FSIS notice, this bag contains “CHICHARRÓN AMERICANO JACKS,” “Margarita,” and “NATU CHIPS.” The second product is “De Todito BBQ” mixed chips. That bag contains “CHICHARRÓN AMERICANO JACKS,” “Margarita,” and “NatuChips.” Check the front of the bag for the words NATURAL or BBQ.

FSIS says these mixed bags were imported on July 28, 2026. The agency record summarized here does not list lot codes, best-by dates, or specific retail stores. As a result, you should not assume a bag is safe just because it came from a certain shop. Instead, compare your bag with the labels in the official notice. FSIS usually posts label images with its recalls. This one says labels are available to view.

Typically, products like these are sold at small grocery stores, bodegas, and Latin American specialty markets. However, the agency record does not confirm where these bags were sold. For that reason, check any De Todito mixed chips you bought recently. The recall number is 021-2026. Keep that number handy if you contact the store or FSIS.

The Hazard and Reported Injuries

This recall is not about a known germ or a foreign object. Instead, FSIS classified it as an import violation. The chips contain meat that came from Colombia. According to FSIS, Colombia is not eligible to export meat products to the United States. That makes the meat portion of these snacks ineligible for sale here.

Why does eligibility matter? In most cases, the United States only accepts meat from countries whose inspection systems FSIS has reviewed. The goal is to make sure imported meat meets safety standards equal to U.S. rules. When a product skips that process, the usual safety checks are missing. For example, no one has confirmed that the processing controls meet U.S. requirements. As a result, the food cannot be treated as inspected and passed.

The agency record lists this de todito recall as Class I. However, the official FSIS notice is the best place to confirm the current classification and any updates. The agency record does not say whether any illnesses or injuries have been reported. This guide does not claim either way. If you ate these chips and feel unwell, contact a healthcare provider. Tell them what you ate and when.

It helps to understand what this recall does not say. It does not say the chips were found contaminated. It also does not report any confirmed illness. Still, the lack of approved inspection is a real safety concern. Therefore, the careful choice is to avoid eating these products.

What To Do If You Own This Product

First, stop eating the chips. Do not share them with family members or guests. This includes children, who often eat single-serve snack bags. Set the bags aside where no one will grab them by mistake.

Next, identify the product. Look for a 45-gram foil bag labeled “De Todito NATURAL” or “De Todito BBQ.” Then check for chicharrón on the package. The recalled mixes include “CHICHARRÓN AMERICANO JACKS.” Finally, compare your bag to the label images linked in the official notice. If the details match, treat the product as part of the de todito recall.

For the remedy, follow the instructions in the official FSIS notice linked on this page. This guide does not state a specific remedy. That is on purpose. The official notice is the authoritative source for disposal, return, or refund steps. In most cases, it also lists a contact person at the company for consumer questions.

You can also reach USDA directly. The USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline takes food safety questions. If you believe you got sick from a meat product, you can report it to FSIS. Typically, you should keep the packaging and your receipt if possible. Taking a photo of the label is also a good idea. These records help if you need to show what you bought later.

Does a De Todito Recall Mean You Can Sue?

Here is the plain answer. A recall is not a lawsuit. The de todito recall is a safety action by a federal agency. Its purpose is to get ineligible products out of homes and stores. It is not a court case, and it does not create a legal claim on its own.

Owning a recalled product usually is not enough to support a personal injury claim. In most cases, a claim requires an actual injury. It also requires proof that the product caused that injury. For example, a person would need medical records linking an illness to the food. Without harm and causation, a recall alone typically does not support a case.

This guide is not aware of any lawsuit filed over this recall. We have not verified one, and we do not suggest one exists. If you believe you were harmed after eating these chips, speak with a licensed attorney in your state. A lawyer can review your facts and explain your options. You may be eligible to pursue a claim in some situations. However, no one can guarantee a result before reviewing the details.

Keep in mind that legal deadlines exist. Each state sets a statute of limitations for injury claims. As a result, waiting too long can limit your options. Saving your receipt, packaging, and medical records now can help later. Those steps cost nothing and protect your choices.

How Recalls Connect to Mass Tort Cases

Recalls sometimes become important evidence in later litigation. A recall can show that a problem was officially recognized. Records behind a recall may also show when a company learned of a risk. For example, Philips issued a major recall of CPAP and ventilator devices in June 2021. The recall involved sound-abatement foam that could break down. Thousands of lawsuits followed and were grouped in federal court. In 2024, Philips agreed to a settlement of personal injury claims reported at about $1.1 billion.

Takata airbags are another well-known example. Defective inflators led to one of the largest automotive recalls in U.S. history. Injury and death claims followed, and Takata pleaded guilty to a federal fraud charge in 2017. However, most recalls never lead to mass tort litigation. The de todito recall, as described by FSIS, is an import eligibility action. Litigation typically depends on documented injuries, not the recall alone.

Mass torts usually involve many people with similar injuries from the same product. Courts may group those cases to handle shared evidence. A recall can be one piece of that evidence. Still, it is only one piece. Proof of harm, medical causation, and company conduct all matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which products are part of the de todito recall?

The recall covers 45-gram foil bags of “De Todito NATURAL” and “De Todito BBQ” mixed chips. Both mixes include “CHICHARRÓN AMERICANO JACKS” and “Margarita” chips, plus NATU CHIPS or NatuChips. Compare your bag with the label images in the official FSIS notice.

Why were these chips recalled if no contamination was reported?

FSIS says the pork cracklings were produced in Colombia, which is not eligible to export meat to the United States. That means the meat did not pass through the approved import inspection system. The agency record does not say whether any illnesses have been reported.

Can I get a refund through the de todito recall?

This guide does not state the remedy. Follow the instructions in the official FSIS notice linked on this page. That notice is the authoritative source for what to do with the product.

Were You Injured by a Recalled Product?

A recall by itself is a safety action, not a legal claim. However, if a recalled product caused a real injury, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. A licensed attorney can review your situation at no upfront cost — most work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless you recover.

Official Sources & Resources

Verify every recall against the issuing agency before acting:

• USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service: official recall database — the record of truth for this notice
• CPSC: cpsc.gov — household goods, toys, furniture, appliances
• FDA: fda.gov — food, drugs, and medical devices
• NHTSA: nhtsa.gov — vehicles, tires, and child car seats
• USDA FSIS: fsis.usda.gov — meat, poultry, and egg products

Content last reviewed September 2026. This is general educational information, not legal advice. If you notice outdated information, please contact us.

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