More than 50,000 Hot Ones bottles recalled because of possible plastic in product

The Karma Sauce Company LLC of Rochester, NY, is recalling multiple sizes of HOT ONES brand Los Calientes Hot Sauce, including Verde and Rojo varieties, because of possible contamination with plastic foreign objects. 

The recall involves a total of 50,654 units across 5 oz bottles, 1-gallon jugs and 5-gallon buckets.

According to details published by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 14, 2025, and is ongoing. This recall is classified as a Class II event, indicating a low probability of serious health consequences but a potential for temporary or reversible effects. 

The affected hot sauces were distributed to locations in North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois.

Recalled products:

HOT ONES brand VERDE, Los Calientes Hot Sauce, BY HEATONIST

• Item Description: 5 oz bottles, 1-gallon jugs, and 5-gallon buckets
• UPC: 8-51444-00803-5
• Code Information:
  • 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
• Product Quantity: Total 1-gallon jugs = 24, Total 5 oz bottles = 50,604, Total 5-gallon buckets = 2
• Recall Number: F-0644-2025

HOT ONES brand ROJO, Los Calientes Hot Sauce, BY HEATONIST

• Item Description: 5 oz bottles and 1-gallon jugs
• UPC: 8-51444-00810-03
• Code Information:
  • 5 oz size: Best By 02/10/2028
  • 1 gallon size: Best By 02/07/2028
• Product Quantity: Total 5 oz bottles = 0, Total 1-gallon jugs = 24
• Recall Number: F-0645-2025

Consumers and retailers are urged not to use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled products.

About foreign object concerns

Foreign objects, such as plastic in food products, can pose risks including choking, mouth or throat injury, or gastrointestinal discomfort if ingested. While the Class II classification suggests any health effects would likely be minor and temporary, consumers experiencing symptoms such as irritation, pain, or digestive issues after consuming these hot sauces should seek medical attention promptly.

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