CLASS I Food recall · Reported 23 Nov 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Sauer's Barbeqj E Spice recalled by C.F. Sauer
C.F. Sauer is recalling Sauer's Barbeqj E Spice. The recall was initiated on 24 Dec 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
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-0444-2017
- FDA event ID
- 70292
- Recalling firm
- C.F. Sauer, Richmond, VA
- Brand
- Sauer's Barbeqj
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 24 Dec 2014
- FDA classified
- 15 Nov 2016
- Reported
- 23 Nov 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 24 Dec 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 15 Nov 2016 | Classified by FDA | +692 days |
| 23 Nov 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein.
Product as listed by the FDA
SAUER'S BARBEQJ E SPICE, 3 oz.
Where it was distributed
The product was distributed thru out the United States .
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein.
Which lots are affected?
PRODUCT ID 00504 LOT # 14230R
Where was it sold?
The product was distributed thru out the United States .
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 I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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
9 other products · FDA event 70292| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Sauer's CHILl Powder recalled by C.F. SauerSauer's CHILl | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Sauer's Hot CHILl Powder recalled by C.F. SauerSauer's | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Sauer's CHILl Powder Blue Mountain Valley CHILl Powder recalledSauer's CHILl | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Pollotropical Tumble Marinade recalled by C.F. SauerPollotropical Tumble | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Sauer's Ground Cumin . Chef's Magic Ground Cumin Code recalledSauer's | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Marcum CHILl Powder recalled by C.F. SauerMarcum CHILl | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Marcum Ground Cumin recalled by C.F. SauerMarcum | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Gold Medal CHILl Powder Restaurant Pride Dependable CHILl Powder recalledGold Medal | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA | |
| CLASS I | Sauer's Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning recalled by C.F. SauerSauer's | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
More recalls from C.F. Sauer
All 10| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Sauer's Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning recalled by C.F. SauerSauer's | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
| Food | CLASS I | Gold Medal CHILl Powder Restaurant Pride Dependable CHILl Powder recalledGold Medal | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
| Food | CLASS I | Marcum Ground Cumin recalled by C.F. SauerMarcum | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
| Food | CLASS I | Marcum CHILl Powder recalled by C.F. SauerMarcum CHILl | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
| Food | CLASS I | Sauer's Ground Cumin . Chef's Magic Ground Cumin Code recalledSauer's | C.F. Sauer | Other | VA |
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