Benny Ts Vesta Inc dba Vesta Firey Gourmet Toppings

Recall #F-0797-2024 · Initiated 2024-01-08

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What happened

Benny T's Vesta dry hot sauce (1.5 oz jars) was recalled because the label doesn't clearly list wheat as an ingredient, even though the breadcrumb ingredient contains it. This is a labeling issue, not a contamination problem.

Who is at risk

People with wheat allergies or celiac disease who rely on ingredient labels to stay safe are at risk of an allergic reaction if they consume this product.

What to do

If you purchased this product, do not use it if you have a wheat allergy. Check your pantry for the UPC 794571994980 and discard it or contact the manufacturer for a refund.

Product

the original BENNY T'S VESTA DRY HOT SAUCE GHOST NET WT. 1.5OZ INGREDIENTS: Fresh Chilies, Onions, Breadcrumbs (enriched flour, water, sugar, yeast, salt, non-hydrogenated vegetable shortening), Olive Oil, Salt, Natural Preservatives. UPC 7 94571 99498 0 (Habanero & Bhut Jolokia (aka Ghost))

Reason for recall

The firm was notified by the North Carolina Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services that the product labeling does not include wheat and other ingredient common names in the ingredient statement.

Quantity affected

74/1.5 oz jars jars

Distribution

Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX & VA.

Lot / code info

LOT # 48 11/24

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2025-12-17