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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1534-2018/FDA enforcement
The C.f. Sauer Company·Food·May 4, 2018

Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 OZ.) NET Weight: 21 OZ., Number of Units Per Package: 6 Package…

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R,…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe C.f. Sauer Company
Recalling firmThe C.f. Sauer CompanyRichmond, VA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot codes: 17205R
Distribution area

Product has been distributed to: Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

United States

Quantity affected5 Cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: June 13, 2018
FDA recall numberF-1534-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The C.f. Sauer Company initiated this food recall on May 4, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16251R, 16238R, 16181R, 16068R, 15357R, 15328R, 15252R, 15174R, 15127R and 15125R. 2) Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17205R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16243R, 16068R and 15357R. 3) Pocahontas - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17219R, 17135R and 15174R. 4) Premium - Recipe Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R and 18072R. 5) Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17205R The C.F. Sauer Company recalled the products due to Milk allergen not being listed in the ingredient statement or in a separate allergen statement. Undeclared allergen. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product has been distributed to: Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16251R, 16238R, 16181R, 16068R, 15357R, 15328R, 15252R, 15174R, 15127R and 15125R. 2) Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17205R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16243R, 16068R and 15357R. 3) Pocahontas - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17219R, 17135R and 15174R. 4) Premium - Recipe Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R and 18072R. 5) Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17205R The C.F. Sauer Company recalled the products due to Milk allergen not being listed in the ingredient statement or in a separate allergen statement. Undeclared allergen.

Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 OZ.) NET Weight: 21 OZ., Number of Units Per Package: 6 Package… was made or distributed by The C.f. Sauer Company in Richmond, VA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1534-2018, dated June 13, 2018.

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, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

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 lot and date codes 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 milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk 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 cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk 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 Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 OZ.) NET Weight: 21 OZ., Number of Units Per Package: 6 Package… recall?

The C.f. Sauer Company recalled Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 OZ.) NET Weight: 21 OZ., Number of Units Per Package: 6 Package… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1534-2018. The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R,…

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a milk 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.

Is the The C.f. Sauer Company 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-1534-2018. 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.