The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0252-2025·Announced 2024-12-11

Jose Madrid Salsa Recalled for Undeclared Yellow Food Colorants

Jose Madrid Salsa Chipotle Con Queso is being recalled because it contains undeclared Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 food colorants. These additives must be labeled and can trigger sensitivities in some consumers.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This FDA Class II recall involves undeclared food colorants that require labeling disclosure. While Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 are approved additives, their undisclosed presence creates risk for individuals sensitive to these dyes. No illnesses have been reported, placing this at High severity as a risk-of-harm product without documented injury.

Plain-English summary

Jose Madrid Salsa Chipotle Con Queso, sold in 13-ounce glass jars, is being recalled because the product contains undeclared Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 food colorants. Federal regulations require these additives to be clearly disclosed on product labels.

The undeclared colorants present a health risk to consumers with sensitivities to these food dyes. Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 are FDA-approved additives but must be labeled because some individuals experience adverse reactions when consuming products containing these dyes.

Approximately 438 jars were distributed through six distributors and direct internet sales to customers in Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Affected products have lot numbers 601 22 01 102327, 601 22 01 103027, and 601 22 01 111227, with corresponding Best By Dates of 102327, 103027, and 111227.

Consumers who purchased this product should discontinue use and return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. Anyone who consumed the product and experiences an adverse reaction should contact their healthcare provider or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
Jose Madrid Salsa Chipotle Con Queso, Net Wt. 13 oz. (369g), packaged in glass jars; 12 jars per case
Manufacturer
Michael Zakany LLC
Category
Food — Prepared Foods / Condiments
Hazard
  • undeclared-yellow-5
  • undeclared-yellow-6

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (6)

  • Lot numbers 601 22 01 102327
  • 601 22 01 103027
  • 601 22 01 111227
  • Best By Dates 102327
  • 103027
  • 111227

Distribution

Distributed in 16 states:

  • AL
  • CO
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • MD
  • MI
  • MN
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • TX
  • VA
  • WI

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