Overview
- An Odeco Gulf-North director in Tampico had said fines could reach 4 million pesos and that at least four businesses faced actions for selling tortillas from coolers or by motorcycle.
- Profeco issued an official correction stating it cannot sanction hygiene, sanitary or food‑handling conditions anywhere in the country.
- The agency reiterated its limited role under the Maize–Tortilla agreement, including price monitoring in 600+ tortillerías, visible pricing and calibration of scales.
- Reports cited NOM‑187 for sanitary requirements in masa and tortilla production and transport and NOM‑051 for labeling, with health authorities responsible for related inspections and penalties.
- Small‑retailer group ANPEC warned that curbing cooler or motorcycle distribution could push tortilla prices higher, as regional monitoring efforts continue under proper jurisdiction.