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Tropical Foods International

FAIL

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM

Address
450 MELNEA CASS BL
Roxbury, MA 02119
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
46 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF

Food Labels (Pf)

Observed packaged sliced deli meat improperly labeled and stored for retail. Discussed with deli manager to ensure all pre-packaged deli foods are properly labeled prior to storing in reach in units. COS

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Observed heavy food debris on prep table / slicer and sliding door case in deli area; blood spills on shelves with raw packaged chicken feet; spills inside frozen juice unit. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment with frequency to remove spills / debris / soils

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Replace light bulb inside walk in freezer @ bakery station

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Observed heavy flour spills on floors underneath racks near bulk pallets and at juice aisle; heavy trash on floors at dry storage back hall behind deli station. Clean to remove all spills / trash from stated areas.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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