Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported June 13, 2018
Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) Net Weight: 21 oz., Number of Units per Package: 6 Package Type: clear, 32 fl. oz. polyethylene terephthalate bottle , Units per case: 6
The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R,…
The C.f. Sauer Company recalled Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) Net Weight: 21 oz., Number of Unit… - a moderate-severity action.
Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) Net Weight: 21 oz., Number of Unit… was recalled by The C.f. Sauer Company in June 13, 2018. Reason: The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Se…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1531-2018 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
The C.f. Sauer Company issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Se….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- June 13, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1531-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1531-2018) was formally reported on June 13, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 4, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. The C.f. Sauer Company is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Richmond, VA. Federal records list the affected scope as 11 Cases.
The documented reason for this recall is: The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16251R,… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product has been distributed to: Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin.. Distribution scope 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 - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,772 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 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.
Affected scope
11 Cases
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) Net Weight: 21 oz., Number of Units per Package: 6 Package Type: clear, 32 fl. oz. polyethylene terephthalate bottle , Units per case: 6
Reason for recall
The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16251R, 16238R, 16181R, 16068R, 15357R, 15328R, 15252R, 15174R, 15127R and 15125R. 2) Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17205R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16243R, 16068R and 15357R. 3) Pocahontas - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17219R, 17135R and 15174R. 4) Premium - Recipe Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R and 18072R. 5) Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17205R The C.F. Sauer Company recalled the products due to Milk allergen not being listed in the ingredient statement or in a separate allergen statement. Undeclared allergen.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1531-2018 |
| Date reported | June 13, 2018 |
| Date initiated | May 4, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | The C.f. Sauer Company |
| Firm location | Richmond, VA |
| Affected scope | 11 Cases |
| Distribution | Product has been distributed to: Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin. |
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
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-1531-2018) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) Net Weight: 21 oz., Number of Units per Package: 6 Package Type: clear, 32 fl. oz. polyethylene terephthalate bottle , Units per case: 6. Recalled by The C.f. Sauer Company. Units affected: 11 Cases.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The C.F. Sauer Company has decided to initiate a recall of the following products: 1) Sauer - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R, 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16251R, 16238R, 16181R, 16068R, 15357R, 15328R, 15252R, 15174R, 15127R and 15125R. 2) Blue Mountain Valley - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18031R, 17306R, 17219R, 17205R, 17135R, 17086R, 16322R, 16243R, 16068R and 15357R. 3) Pocahontas - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17219R, 17135R and 15174R. 4) Premium - Recipe Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 18107R and 18072R. 5) Code - Red Pepper Seasoning (21 oz.) with the following lot codes: 17205R The C.F. Sauer Company recalled the products due to Milk allergen not being listed in the ingredient statement or in a separate allergen statement. Undeclared allergen.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 13, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1531-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Product has been distributed to: Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1531-2018) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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