CLASS II Food recall · Reported 12 Feb 2025 · FDA Enforcement Report
"Monkey Mop" BBQ Sauce/case recalled by Monkey Spit
Monkey Spit is recalling Monkey Spit "Monkey Mop" BBQ Sauce/case, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 13 Jan 2025 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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
- F-0460-2025
- FDA event ID
- 96135
- Recalling firm
- Monkey Spit, Nipomo, CA
- Brand
- Monkey Spit
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 13 Jan 2025
- FDA classified
- 31 Jan 2025
- Reported
- 12 Feb 2025
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Undeclared Allergens
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 13 Jan 2025 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 31 Jan 2025 | Classified by FDA | +18 days |
| 12 Feb 2025 | 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
Barbeque sauce product contains undeclared listing of (Milk) in product ingredient listing from sub-ingredient Butter.
Food allergen labelling is required by US law for the nine major allergens. A product recalled for an undeclared allergen is only a risk to people with that allergy; everyone else can consume it safely.
Product as listed by the FDA
Monkey Spit "Monkey Mop" BBQ Sauce, 12 fl oz (355ml) glass bottle, 12 bottles/case; Refrigerate after opening; Manufactured by Smith House MFG. 146-A S. Thompson Ave. Nipomo, CA 93444 (805)619-7959 Monkey Spit, LLC, UPC#8 54540 00206 8
Where it was distributed
Products are primarily sold to local markets, however the firm does sell from its online website and can reach nationwide.
Stores named: Online Retailers
Questions about this recall
Is "Monkey Mop" BBQ Sauce/case recalled?
Yes. Monkey Spit recalled "Monkey Mop" BBQ Sauce/case on 13 Jan 2025. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0460-2025.
Why was it recalled?
Barbeque sauce product contains undeclared listing of (Milk) in product ingredient listing from sub-ingredient Butter.
Which lots are affected?
Best By: 11/07/2026A
Where was it sold?
Products are primarily sold to local markets, however the firm does sell from its online website and can reach nationwide.
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 II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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