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FDA Food recall · Reported February 14, 2018

Olde Thompson Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grinder NET WT. 6.7 oz. (189.9g) Olde Thompson Oxnard, CA Ingredients: Sea Salt, demerara sugar, Dehydrated garlic, chili pepper, mustard seed, paprika, black pepper, oregano, coriander seed, cumin seed, natural hickory smoke flavor, thyme, extractives of paprika: Serving size 1/4 tsp Nutrition Facts: Total Fat 0 g Sodium 0 g Total Carb 1 g Protein 0 g

The seasoning mix Nutrition label states that the sodium content is 0 mg, when it actually contains 350 mg of salt per serving.

Recall #
F-0814-2018
Affected scope
2,514 eaches
Initiated
February 1, 2018
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Olde Thompson, Inc. recalled Olde Thompson Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grinder NET WT. 6.7 oz. (189.9g) Olde Thompson Oxna… - a moderate-severity action.

Olde Thompson Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grinder NET WT. 6.7 oz. (189.9g) Olde Thompson Oxna… was recalled by Olde Thompson, Inc. in February 14, 2018. Reason: The seasoning mix Nutrition label states that the sodium content is 0 mg, when it actually contains 350 mg of…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0814-2018 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Olde Thompson, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-The seasoning mix Nutrition label states that the sodium content is 0 mg, when it actually contains 350 mg of….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
February 14, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0814-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Olde Thompson Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grinder NET WT. 6.7 oz. (189.9g) Olde Thompson Oxnard, CA Ingredients: Sea Salt, demerara sugar, Dehydrated garlic, chili pepper, mustard seed, paprika, black pepper, oregano, coriander seed, cumin seed, natural hickory smoke flavor, thyme, extractives of paprika: Serving size 1/4 tsp Nutrition Facts: Total Fat 0 g Sodium 0 g Total Carb 1 g Protein 0 g

Reason for recall

The seasoning mix Nutrition label states that the sodium content is 0 mg, when it actually contains 350 mg of salt per serving.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0814-2018
Date reported February 14, 2018
Date initiated February 1, 2018
Recalling firm Olde Thompson, Inc.
Firm location Oxnard, CA
Affected scope 2,514 eaches
Distribution TX, AZ, VT, RI - Samples to CA, MN, NC, RI, NY,TX

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Olde Thompson Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grinder NET WT. 6.7 oz. (189.9g) Olde Thompson Oxnard, CA Ingredients: Sea Salt, demerara sugar, Dehydrated garlic, chili pepper, mustard seed, paprika, black pepper, oregano, coriander seed, cumin seed, natural hickory smoke flavor, thyme, extractives of paprika: Serving size 1/4 tsp Nutrition Facts: Total Fat 0 g Sodium 0 g Total Carb 1 g Protein 0 g. Recalled by Olde Thompson, Inc.. Units affected: 2,514 eaches.
Why was this product recalled?
The seasoning mix Nutrition label states that the sodium content is 0 mg, when it actually contains 350 mg of salt per serving.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 14, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0814-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: TX, AZ, VT, RI - Samples to CA, MN, NC, RI, NY,TX.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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