CLASS III Food recall · Reported 13 May 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic recalled by Tops Markets
Tops Markets is recalling Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic, distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont. The recall was initiated on 24 Mar 2026 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- H-0688-2026
- FDA event ID
- 98688
- Recalling firm
- Tops Markets, Buffalo, NY
- Brand
- Christopher Ranch
- Classification
- Class III
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 24 Mar 2026
- FDA classified
- 1 May 2026
- Reported
- 13 May 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Botulism
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 24 Mar 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 1 May 2026 | Classified by FDA | +38 days |
| 13 May 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, due to risk of temperature abuse during chilled storage at the firm
Product as listed by the FDA
Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic 6 oz.
Where it was distributed
NY, VT, PA
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, due to risk of temperature abuse during chilled storage at the firm
Which lots are affected?
UPC: 00007457410852 Codes: all
Where was it sold?
NY, VT, PA
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class III mean?
Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause any adverse health consequence, usually labelling or quality issues.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 98688This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic recalled by Tops Markets.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS III | Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic recalled by Tops MarketsGarland | Tops Markets | Botulism | NY, PA, VT |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS III | Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic recalled by Tops MarketsGarland | Tops Markets | Botulism | NY, PA, VT |
| Food | CLASS II | Tops Mint Flavor Pure Dark Chocolate 45% Cocoa recalled by Tops MarketsTops Mint | Tops Markets | Undeclared Milk | NY, PA |
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