Benny Ts Vesta Inc dba Vesta Firey Gourmet Toppings

Recall #F-0800-2024 · Initiated 2024-01-08

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What happened

Benny T's Vesta hot sauce (1.5 oz jars) is being recalled because the label doesn't clearly list wheat as an ingredient, even though the product contains breadcrumbs made from wheat. This labeling issue could mislead people with wheat allergies or sensitivities.

Who is at risk

People with wheat allergies or celiac disease should be especially concerned, as they need clear ingredient labeling to avoid wheat.

What to do

If you purchased this hot sauce, check the UPC code 7 94571 99491 1 on your jar. If it matches and you have a wheat allergy, do not consume it and contact the manufacturer or FDA. Otherwise, you can return the product to where you bought it for a refund.

Product

the original BENNY T'S VESTA DRY HOT SAUCE SCORPION NWT 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 99491 1 (Trinidad Moruga Scorpion)

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

15/1.5 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 # 37 9/24

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2025-12-17