ANNOUNCED ONGOING Food recall · Reported 31 Aug 2026 · FDA company announcement, classification pending
Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil recalled
Lmsi is recalling Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The recall was initiated on 31 Aug 2026 and is listed as ongoing.
Recall details
- Recall number
- FDA-PR-f5bad43465ad
- Recalling firm
- Lmsi
- Brand
- Kofinas
- Classification
- Pending
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 31 Aug 2026
- Reported
- 31 Aug 2026
- Reason category
- Hidden Drug Ingredients
- Product category
- Cooking Oil
Timeline
| 31 Aug 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 31 Aug 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +0 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Contains garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use. Cincinnati, OH (Aug. 29, 2026) - LMSI LLC/ Kofinas Olive Oil is issuing a voluntary recall of its Garlic Mediterranean infused extra virgin olive oil for using a garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use. The flavored oil was bottled in glass bottles in 500 ml, 250 ml, and 100 ml sizes. The recalled products were available for sale from August 31, 2025, to August 27, 2026, at the following locations: Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen: 8210 Market Place Ln., Cincinnati, OH 45242 Findlay Market: 1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 Online sales directly from www.kofinasoliveoil.com. There have been no reports of illnesses involving the products addressed in this recall. Individuals exhibiting signs or symptoms of an allergic reaction or food-borne illness should contact a physician immediately. If any customer though will report any reaction to the oil will receive full refund. Questions should be addressed at the number: 513-325-5502 or 513-981-1412. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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Product as listed by the company
Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500 ml, 250 ml, and 100 ml
Where it was distributed
Not stated.
Stores named: Online Retailers
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Contains garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use. Cincinnati, OH (Aug. 29, 2026) - LMSI LLC/ Kofinas Olive Oil is issuing a voluntary recall of its Garlic Mediterranean infused extra virgin olive oil for using a garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use. The flavored oil was bottled in glass bottles in 500 ml, 250 ml, and 100 ml sizes. The recalled products were available for sale from August 31, 2025, to August 27, 2026, at the following locations: Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen: 8210 Market Place Ln., Cincinnati, OH 45242 Findlay Market: 1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 Online sales directly from www.kofinasoliveoil.com. There have been no reports of illnesses involving the products addressed in this recall. Individuals exhibiting signs or symptoms of an allergic reaction or food-borne illness should contact a physician immediately. If any customer though will report any reaction to the oil will receive full refund. Questions should be addressed at the number: 513-325-5502 or 513-981-1412. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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 an unclassified recall mean?
The FDA assigns a class once it has assessed the health risk. Until then the recall is listed without one.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. This is a company announcement published by the FDA; the FDA has not yet classified the recall. The record is updated when the classification appears in the Enforcement Report. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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