FDA 483 - California Bread Co. - October 25, 2024

During an inspection, California Bread Co. in Chula Vista, a bakery manufacturer, was cited for numerous significant deficiencies. These included inadequate allergen control records and sanitation procedures leading to cross-contact risks, failure to implement supply-chain verification for hazards like mycotoxins, and poor personnel practices. Additionally, the facility exhibited severe pest control issues, poorly maintained equipment, and a generally unsanitary and disrepair state, posing a high risk of product contamination.