RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1798-2015/FDA enforcement
San Juan Salsa Co.·Food·Jan 9, 2015

Medium Salsa, 14 OZ

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    San Juan Salsa Co. is recalling six varieties of salsa due to potential peanut contamination.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameSan Juan Salsa Co.
Recalling firmSan Juan Salsa Co.Arlington, WA, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 18738 54633 1
Lot / date codes
  • Use by date: Nov 23 2014, Nov 27 2014, Nov 29 2014, Dec 03 2015, Dec 05 2014, Dec 07 2014, Dec 11 2014, Dec 13 2014, Dec 17 2014, Dec 19 2014, Dec 21 2014, Dec 25 2014, Dec 27 2014, Dec 31 2014, Jan 02 2015, Jan 04 2015, Jan 08 2015, Jan 10 2015, Jan 14 2015, Jan 16 2015, Jan 18 2015, Jan 22 2015, Jan 24 2015, Jan 28 2015, Jan 30 2015, Feb 05 2015, Feb 07 2015, Feb 11 2015, Feb 13 2015, Feb 15 2015, Feb 19 2015, Feb 21 2015.
Distribution area

Salsa was distributed within Washington.

United States

Quantity affected21, 990 / 14 oz containers
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 8, 2015
FDA recall numberF-1798-2015

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

San Juan Salsa Co. initiated this food recall on January 9, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: San Juan Salsa Co. is recalling six varieties of salsa due to potential peanut contamination. The FDA report lists distribution as: Salsa was distributed within Washington.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: San Juan Salsa Co. is recalling six varieties of salsa due to potential peanut contamination.

Medium Salsa, 14 OZ was made or distributed by San Juan Salsa Co. in Arlington, WA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1798-2015, dated April 8, 2015.

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, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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

Undeclared peanut

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

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 Medium Salsa, 14 OZ recall?

San Juan Salsa Co. recalled Medium Salsa, 14 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1798-2015. San Juan Salsa Co. is recalling six varieties of salsa due to potential peanut contamination.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared peanut exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared peanut symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared peanut?

People with a diagnosed peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from San Juan Salsa Co.?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1798-2015 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the San Juan Salsa Co. 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-1798-2015. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.