Benny Ts Vesta Inc dba Vesta Firey Gourmet Toppings

Recall #F-0799-2024 · Initiated 2024-01-08

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What happened

Benny T's Vesta hot sauce (1.5 oz jars) was recalled because the label doesn't clearly identify wheat as an ingredient. The product contains breadcrumbs made from enriched flour, which is a wheat product.

Who is at risk

People with wheat allergies or celiac disease need to be aware of this product, as the labeling failure could cause them to accidentally consume it.

What to do

If you purchased this product, check your label for UPC 794571994904. Do not use it if you have a wheat allergy. Contact the manufacturer or your retailer if you have questions about your purchase.

Product

the original BENNY T'S VESTA DRY HOT SAUCE REAPER 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 99490 4 (Carolina Reaper)

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

29/1.5 oz 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 # 39 8/24

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2025-12-17