FDA Updates Sriracha Recall: Risk Level Declared

According to News Week, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its ongoing recall of Blue Tape Sriracha, classifying it as a Class II recall. This classification indicates that the use or exposure to this product may lead to temporary or medically reversible health consequences, although the probability of serious health risks remains low.

Reason for Recall: Lack of Proper Licensing

The recall was voluntarily initiated by the manufacturer last month after it was discovered that the acidified hot sauce was produced without a required license from the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA). Acidified foods, including hot sauces, are made by lowering their pH levels to prevent bacterial growth, and strict regulations govern their production to ensure consumer safety.

Regulatory Concerns

In an email statement to Newsweek, Andrea Cantu-Schomus, director of communications at the ODA, explained that the firm had been manufacturing acidified hot sauce without proper licensing. The recall identified that most of the affected products were sold through direct, online sales across the U.S. Cantu-Schomus emphasized that acidified foods are inherently high-risk due to the potential hazard of botulism. The company did not follow necessary safety protocols, including consulting a process authority to develop a safe production process.

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Recall Details and Consumer Advice

The recall affects specific batches of Blue Tape Sriracha sauce that were distributed nationwide. Consumers who have purchased the recalled items are advised to return them for a refund or safely dispose of them.

Product Information:

• Name: Blue Tape Sriracha Sauce
• Packaging: 10.5 oz clear squeeze bottle, sold individually
• Ingredients: Chilies, Garlic, Capsicum, Sugar, Salt, White Wine Vinegar
• Recall Reason: Manufacturing without an ODA license
• Product Quantity: 136 bottles
• Recall Number: F-0005-2025
• Code Information: Best-by date is marked for 6 months from the production date; no lot codes available.

Improperly prepared acidified products can create environments conducive to bacterial growth, leading to serious health risks. Fortunately, no confirmed illnesses related to this recall have been reported.

Company Statement

Blue Tape Sriracha has responded to the recall on its website, stating their commitment to delivering high-quality sauces made from whole food ingredients without additives or binders. They emphasize their dedication to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.

For more information, consumers can visit the FDA’s official recall page or contact their local retailer.