CARIBBEAN UNION RESTAURANT AND BAKERY
2814 LEE BLVD STE 7, Lehigh Acres FL 33971
Last inspected May 1, 2025 · 14 visits since November 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
APR 24
NOV 24
APR 25
▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, chew debris under shelves, on shelves, and on boxes.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025041879 | Apr 30, 2025 | Jun 25, 2025 | $600 |
| 7--2024072042 | Nov 7, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2024001689 | Nov 16, 2023 | Mar 13, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2018058358 | Nov 13, 2018 | Apr 3, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
May 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near by cook line; cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler for 3 hours. Operator removed all items to walk-in cooler.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Raw beef box stored on floor at walk in freezer.
Multiple ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable throughout kitchen.
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Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler's fans soiled with mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near by cook line; cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler for 3 hours. Operator removed all items to walk-in cooler.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Raw beef box stored on floor at walk in freezer.
Multiple ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Stored rice and flour not covered at dry storage.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler's fans soiled with mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near by cook line; cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler for 3 hours. Operator removed all items to walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Per operator handwashing sink removed from dishwashing area to install larger triple sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed the bowl.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag and jacket stored with clean containers. Operator removed employee bag and jacket.
Food stored on floor. Raw beef box stored on floor at walk in freezer.
Multiple ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Stored rice and flour not covered at dry storage.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler's fans soiled with mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage rooms, over front counter where food is served, and some tiles in main kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.all three doors of establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak in right side handwash sink. Left side handwash sink hot water handle not working. Mop sink no faucet for water, operator showed purchased faucet.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In first dry storage room in back hallway, portion cups, to go cups, and to go containers stored on floor.
Nov 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Thawed in triple sink raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) for thirty minutes per operator. Operator spoke with employee, employee removed from sink and began preparing for cooking. Also large reach-in cooler cook line: cooked chicken (66F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage piklis (66F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding)stored overnight per operator, see stop sale. Also in walk-in cooler, cooked goat (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator, see stop sale.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage rooms, over front counter where food is served, and some tiles in main kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.all three doors of establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. In first dry store room in back hallway, plastic bottles beverages stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak in right side handwash sink. Left side handwash sink hot water handle not working. Mop sink no faucet for water, operator showed purchased faucet.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In first dry storage room in back hallway, portion cups, to go cups, and to go containers stored on floor.
Nov 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In large reach-in cooler cook line: cooked chicken (66F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage piklis (66F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding)stored overnight per operator, see stop sale. Also in walk-in cooler, cooked goat (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Thawed in triple sink raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) for thirty minutes per operator. Operator spoke with employee, employee removed from sink and began preparing for cooking. Also large reach-in cooler cook line: cooked chicken (66F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage piklis (66F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding)stored overnight per operator, see stop sale. Also in walk-in cooler, cooked goat (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator, see stop sale.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection.
No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink right side in kitchen. Operator placed both at sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In front reach-in cooler, cut cabbage pickle and cooked cornmeal with milk (piklis and aka100) incorrect date marking, only includes expiration date, per operator 2-3 days old.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink, left side in back kitchen. Operator turned back on water during inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage rooms, over front counter where food is served, and some tiles in main kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.all three doors of establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. In first dry store room in back hallway, plastic bottles beverages stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak in right side handwash sink. Left side handwash sink hot water handle not working. Mop sink no faucet for water, operator showed purchased faucet.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In first dry storage room in back hallway, portion cups, to go cups, and to go containers stored on floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot water, water dripping not running. Water in triple sink used to thaw chicken 96F.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over front counter where food is stored and served, some tiles throughout kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. All three doors to establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk-in cooler.
Plumbing system in disrepair. No faucet on mop sink.
Apr 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased approved chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Triple door cook line reach-in cooler:; coleslaw (60F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (58F - Cold Holding); hotdogs (59F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (61F ambient - Cold Holding); cooked pork (60F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw fish and chicken patties (62F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Triple door cook line reach-in cooler:; coleslaw (60F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (58F - Cold Holding); hotdogs (59F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (61F ambient - Cold Holding); cooked pork (60F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw fish and chicken patties (62F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In front reach-in cooler, corn drink containing milk, shredded cabbage pikliz no date label, per operator made 2 days ago.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over front counter where food is stored and served, some tiles throughout kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. All three doors to establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk-in cooler.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils on dish rack at entrance to kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair. No faucet on mop sink.
Dec 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Nov 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to handwash sink in middle of kitchen. Repeat 3/17/2023.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. By walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area removed. Operator states sink was removed for larger triple sink installation. Closest handwash sink is less than five steps away on opposite side of wall, no door or other obstruction.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added food prep to back hallway by walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway, no plan review submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to handwash sink in middle of kitchen. Repeat 3/17/2023.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. By walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area removed. Operator states sink was removed for larger triple sink installation. Closest handwash sink is less than five steps away on opposite side of wall, no door or other obstruction.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added food prep to back hallway by walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway, no plan review submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, observed 50 rodent droppings under shelves, 10 on shelves, and 10 on boxes.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to handwash sink in middle of kitchen. Repeat 3/17/2023.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. By walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area removed. Operator states sink was removed for larger triple sink installation. Closest handwash sink is less than five steps away on opposite side of wall, no door or other obstruction.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added food prep to back hallway by walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway, no plan review submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Floor soiled/has extreme accumulation of debris under and on shelves in walk-in cooler, under back cook line equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice on floor in dry storage closet in center of kitchen. Observed bins of raw meat by walk-in freezer in back hallway.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 17, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, observed 50 rodent droppings under shelves, 10 on shelves, and 10 on boxes.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, chew debris under shelves, on shelves, and on boxes.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to handwash sink in middle of kitchen. Repeat 3/17/2023.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. By walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area removed. Operator states sink was removed for larger triple sink installation. Closest handwash sink is less than five steps away on opposite side of wall, no door or other obstruction.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added food prep to back hallway by walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway, no plan review submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Floor soiled/has extreme accumulation of debris under and on shelves in walk-in cooler, under back cook line equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice on floor in dry storage closet in center of kitchen. Observed bins of raw meat by walk-in freezer in back hallway.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 16, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, observed 50 rodent droppings under shelves, 10 on shelves, and 10 on boxes.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. In middle unused equipment room storage between two offices in back hallway across from walk-in freezer, chew debris under shelves, on shelves, and on boxes.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to handwash sink in middle of kitchen. Repeat 3/17/2023.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. By walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area removed. Operator states sink was removed for larger triple sink installation. Closest handwash sink is less than five steps away on opposite side of wall, no door or other obstruction.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 cooks handling food, no certified food manager present. Certified food manager Paul arrived at time of inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added food prep to back hallway by walk-in freezer, observed employees slicing raw meat, no handwash sink in hallway, no plan review submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen not smooth, durable or easy to clean.
Floor soiled/has extreme accumulation of debris under and on shelves in walk-in cooler, under back cook line equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice on floor in dry storage closet in center of kitchen. Observed bins of raw meat by walk-in freezer in back hallway.
Hole in or other damage to wall along back hallway, attached offices and dry storage room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides and top of fryers, ovens and other cooking equipment with heavy accumulation of grease in main kitchen.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back door by walk-in freezer left open. Vermin evidence present.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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