Tipical Latin Food, Corp. dba La Pradera – FDA Warning Letter, Apr 27, 2026

The FDA issued a warning letter to Tipical Latin Food, Corp. (DBA La Pradera) following an inspection of its Doral, Florida facility from April 20 to April 27, 2026. The inspection revealed significant violations of the Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulations. The primary issue was the company’s failure to develop and implement a written food safety plan, including hazard analysis and preventive controls for ready-to-eat (RTE) cheese products vulnerable to pathogens like Listeria monocytogenes. Investigators noted a lack of temperature monitoring and sanitation controls, alongside poor employee hygiene practices, such as handling food after touching soiled surfaces. Additionally, the inspection uncovered pest infestations—specifically flies and cockroaches on food-contact surfaces—and inadequate cleaning of equipment. Many of these findings were repeat violations from previous inspections in 2024 and 2025. Tipical Latin Food, Corp. is required to respond within 15 working days with a detailed plan of corrective actions and documentation to prevent recurrence. Failure to address these concerns may lead to legal consequences, such as product seizures or the suspension of facility registration.