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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0177-2021/FDA enforcement
Out of the Kitchen, LLC·Food·Nov 20, 2020

Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic Ketchup

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Specific Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic BBQ Sauces and Marinades may develop mold prior to the Best By date.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIL, WIMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameOut of the Kitchen, LLC
Recalling firmOut of the Kitchen, LLCPrairie Du Sac, WI, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 60248 00254 5
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Code 288902 Best By Date April 15, 2021
Distribution area
ILWI

IL and WI.

United States

Quantity affected768 bottles total
Recall initiationFDA report date: December 23, 2020
FDA recall numberF-0177-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Out of the Kitchen, LLC initiated this food recall on November 20, 2020. The FDA enforcement report states: Specific Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic BBQ Sauces and Marinades may develop mold prior to the Best By date. The FDA report lists distribution as: IL and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Specific Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic BBQ Sauces and Marinades may develop mold prior to the Best By date.

Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic Ketchup was made or distributed by Out of the Kitchen, LLC in Prairie Du Sac, WI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0177-2021, dated December 23, 2020.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Mold contamination

Symptoms to watch for

Eating a moldy product may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or allergic reactions. Do not intentionally inspect, smell or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

People with mold allergies, asthma, a weakened immune system, pregnant people and young children should be especially cautious.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Visible mold can indicate a moisture, packaging or temperature failure.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic Ketchup recall?

Out of the Kitchen, LLC recalled Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic Ketchup in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0177-2021. Specific Chef Mitch Maier's Black Garlic BBQ Sauces and Marinades may develop mold prior to the Best By date.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Out of the Kitchen, LLC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0177-2021. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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