The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) officials have announced the voluntary recall of Barrilito, a dark brown thick syrup sold n 3.3 ounce glass barrel-shaped jars with white plastic lids.  The product is distributed by Villa-Mex Imports, Inc. The yellow label shows the name "Barrilito in red outline letters.  The label also reads: Productos Avila, S.A. de C.V. Puerto Malaque 1379 Col. Sta. Maria Guadalajara, Jal. Mexico.

DSHS officials said the problem is with the product, not with the distributor.  The recall is a result of recent laboratory tests that show lead levels above the 0.1 parts per million level considered to be a potential public health hazard by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

DSHS officials say consumers who have the recalled product should not eat it and should return it or throw it away.

For more information, please contact the Texas Department of State Health Services at (512) 458-7111 or 1-888-963-7111.