CLASS II Food recall · Reported 11 Oct 2023 · FDA Enforcement Report

Sweet & Spicy BBQ sauce, Fresh Chile BBQ sweet & Spicy Hot recalled

The Fresh Chile is recalling Sweet & Spicy BBQ sauce, Fresh Chile BBQ sweet & Spicy Hot. The recall was initiated on 25 Aug 2023 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot #'s Lot # 091522-11 806 jars Lot # 091522-21 810 jars Lot # 110822-11 1641 jars Lot# 052923-11 1666 jars Lot code is the date of cook then dash, the kettle # and cook in that kettle on that day, as in Kettle 2 first cook (21)

Quantity recalled4,923

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-1701-2023
FDA event ID: 92949
Recalling firm: The Fresh Chile, Las Cruces, NM
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 25 Aug 2023
FDA classified: 29 Sep 2023
Reported: 11 Oct 2023
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Undeclared Allergens
Product category: Sauces & Condiments

Timeline

25 Aug 2023	Recall initiated by company
29 Sep 2023	Classified by FDA	+35 days
11 Oct 2023	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

Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration.

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

Sweet & Spicy BBQ sauce, Fresh Chile BBQ sweet & Spicy Hot. 16 fluid ounce glass jar 19 fl oz. (510g) , with a metal screw top lid.

Where it was distributed

6,453 6,475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars distributed to wholesale customers and individuals. From June 21 2022 last date of distribution April 12 2023. With 81 sold through the giftshop from April 13th to August 25 2023. Wholesale customers 28, internet customers to be determined. 18 6,453 6,475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars remain in the firms possession, under quarantine.

Stores named: Online Retailers

Questions about this recall

Is Sweet & Spicy BBQ sauce, Fresh Chile BBQ sweet & Spicy Hot recalled?

Yes. The Fresh Chile recalled Sweet & Spicy BBQ sauce, Fresh Chile BBQ sweet & Spicy Hot on 25 Aug 2023. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1701-2023.

Why was it recalled?

Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration.

Which lots are affected?

Lot #'s Lot # 091522-11 806 jars Lot # 091522-21 810 jars Lot # 110822-11 1641 jars Lot# 052923-11 1666 jars Lot code is the date of cook then dash, the kettle # and cook in that kettle on that day, as in Kettle 2 first cook (21)

Where was it sold?

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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