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The Karma Sauce recalls HOT ONES brand ROJO and 1 more: foreign object

March 26, 2025 · The Karma Sauce Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallPossible foreign object contamination (plastic).

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
The Karma Sauce
Location
Rochester, NY
Reported by FDA
March 26, 2025
Recall started
February 14, 2025
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Sauces, spices and pantry
Reason type
Foreign materialOther contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • HOT ONES brand ROJO, Los Calientes Hot Sauce, BY HEATONIST; 5 oz size and 1 gallon sizes; UPC: 8-51444-00810-03
    Quantity: Verde: Total 1-gallon jugs = 24, Total 5 oz bottles = 50,604, Total 5-gallon buckets = 2; Rojo: Total 5 oz bottles = 0, Total 1 gallon jugs = 24
    Codes: 5 oz size: Best By 02/10/2028 1 gallon size: Best By 02/07/2028
  • HOT ONES brand VERDE, Los Calientes Hot Sauce, BY HEATONIST; 1 gallon, 5 oz, and 5 gallon sizes; UPC: 8-51444-00803-5
    Quantity: Verde: Total 1-gallon jugs = 24, Total 5 oz bottles = 50,604, Total 5-gallon buckets = 2; Rojo: Total 5 oz bottles = 0, Total 1 gallon jugs = 24
    Codes: 1 gallon size: Best By 02/03/2028; Best By 02/04/2028; Best By 02/07/2028 5 oz size: Best By 02/03/2028; Best By 02/04/2028; Best By 02/05/2028; Best By 02/06/2028; Best By 02/07/2028; Best By 02/11/2028; Best By 02/12/2028; Best By 02/13/2028; Best By 12/18/2027; Best By 12/19/2027 5 gallon size: Best By 02/07/2028

Where it was distributed

NC, OH, IN, IL

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

The Karma Sauce recalled 2 products, including HOT ONES brand ROJO, Los Calientes Hot Sauce, BY HEATONIST; 5 oz size and 1 gallon sizes; UPC: 8-51444-00810-03.

Why was it recalled?

Possible foreign object contamination (plastic).

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

NC, OH, IN, IL

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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