CLASS II Food recall · Reported 20 Jul 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle recalled
Silva International is recalling Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 19 May 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-1667-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74232
- Recalling firm
- Silva International, Momence, IL
- Brand
- Zesty Nacho
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 19 May 2016
- FDA classified
- 14 Jul 2016
- Reported
- 20 Jul 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Packaging Defects
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 19 May 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 14 Jul 2016 | Classified by FDA | +56 days |
| 20 Jul 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Samples of dehydrated chipotle powder came back positive for gluten, possibly from wheat. Potential presence of wheat was not disclosed on label.
Packaging recalls include wrong labels, wrong products in the wrong bottle, missing leaflets, short-filled or empty capsules and seals that fail.
Product as listed by the FDA
Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International packaged in a 50 lb. poly-lined cardboard box.
Where it was distributed
Product was shipped to locations in TX, OH, IL, CT, AL, FL, WI, CO and New Zealand
AlabamaColoradoConnecticutFloridaIllinoisOhioTexasWisconsin
Stores named: Chipotle
Questions about this recall
Is Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International recalled?
Yes. Silva International recalled Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International on 19 May 2016. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1667-2016.
Why was it recalled?
Samples of dehydrated chipotle powder came back positive for gluten, possibly from wheat. Potential presence of wheat was not disclosed on label.
Which lots are affected?
042916CL01-50
Where was it sold?
Product was shipped to locations in TX, OH, IL, CT, AL, FL, WI, CO and New Zealand
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.
More recalls from Silva International
All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS II | Dehydrated chipotle powder from Silva International recalledDehydrated | Silva International | Packaging Defects | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Dehydrated minced green onion sold under the Silva recalledDehydrated | Silva International | Salmonella | WI |
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