CLASS II Food recall · Reported 17 Aug 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Williams Chipotle Chili Seasoning recalled by CH Guenther & Sons
CH Guenther & Sons is recalling Williams Chipotle Chili Seasoning, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 8 Jun 2016 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-1918-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74374
- Recalling firm
- CH Guenther & Sons, San Antonio, TX
- Brand
- Williams Chipotle
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 8 Jun 2016
- FDA classified
- 9 Aug 2016
- Reported
- 17 Aug 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Undeclared Wheat & Gluten
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 8 Jun 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Aug 2016 | Classified by FDA | +62 days |
| 17 Aug 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
Chili and taco seasoning products contain an ingredient which was recalled for potentially containing undeclared wheat allergen. Testing revealed the presence of gluten. Wheat is not declared on the label.
Product as listed by the FDA
Williams Chipotle Chili Seasoning, Net Wt. 1 1/8 OZ. (32 g). Williams Foods, Inc. Lenexa, KS 66215. Packaged in paper pouches.
Where it was distributed
Products was distributed to the southern midwest and central south including the states of AR, OK, IA, IL, KS, MO, and TX.
ArkansasIowaIllinoisKansasMissouriOklahomaTexas
Stores named: Chipotle
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Chili and taco seasoning products contain an ingredient which was recalled for potentially containing undeclared wheat allergen. Testing revealed the presence of gluten. Wheat is not declared on the label.
Which lots are affected?
BETTER BY 12/27/17
Where was it sold?
Products was distributed to the southern midwest and central south including the states of AR, OK, IA, IL, KS, MO, and TX.
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 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 74374This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Williams Chipotle Taco Seasoning recalled by CH Guenther & Sons.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Williams Chipotle Taco Seasoning recalled by CH Guenther & SonsWilliams Chipotle | CH Guenther & Sons | Undeclared Wheat & Gluten | 7 states |
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