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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1700-2023/FDA enforcement
The Fresh Chile Company·Food·Aug 25, 2023

Sweet & Spicy Bbq Sauce, Fresh Chile Bbq Sweet & Spicy Medium

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration.

  • 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAFL, INMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe Fresh Chile Company
Recalling firmThe Fresh Chile CompanyLas Cruces, NM, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot #'s 062122-21 062122-31 062222-21 062222-31 062322-21 062322-31 062722-11 062722-21 062722-31 Lot code is the date of cook then dash, the kettle # and cook in that kettle on that day, as in Kettle 2 first cook (21)
Distribution area
FLIN

6, 453 6, 475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars distributed to wholesale customers and individuals. From June 21 2022 last date of distribution April 12 2023. With 81 sold through the giftshop from April 13th to August 25 2023. Wholesale customers 28, internet customers to be determined. 18 6, 453 6, 475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars remain in the firms possession, under quarantine.

United States

Quantity affected6, 475 individual units distributed to wholesale customers and individuals via firms website and gift shop.
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 11, 2023
FDA recall numberF-1700-2023

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Fresh Chile Company initiated this food recall on August 25, 2023. The FDA enforcement report states: Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration. The FDA report lists distribution as: 6,453 6,475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars distributed to wholesale customers and individuals. From June 21 2022 last date of distribution April 12 2023. With 81 sold through the giftshop from April 13th to August 25 2023. Wholesale customers 28, internet customers to be determined. 18 6,453 6,475 19 fl oz. (510g) jars remain in the firms possession, under quarantine.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration.

Sweet & Spicy Bbq Sauce, Fresh Chile Bbq Sweet & Spicy Medium was made or distributed by The Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1700-2023, dated October 11, 2023.

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 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 fish

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a fish 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 fish allergy, especially anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a fish 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 Sweet & Spicy Bbq Sauce, Fresh Chile Bbq Sweet & Spicy Medium recall?

The Fresh Chile Company recalled Sweet & Spicy Bbq Sauce, Fresh Chile Bbq Sweet & Spicy Medium in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1700-2023. Label lacked Fish (anchovies) allergen declaration.

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 fish 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 Fresh Chile 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-1700-2023. 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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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.