Barbeque Seasoning Recalled for Missing MSG Labeling Statement
Old World Spices & Seasonings Inc is recalling EAT Barbeque Zero to Hero Sweet Rub because some bottles lack a statement noting the product contains MSG.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class III
Class III is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which by definition is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is a minor labeling error regarding MSG, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Old World Spices & Seasonings Inc is recalling 93 bottles of EAT Barbeque Zero to Hero, a Sweet Rub, packaged in 6.5oz bottles. The recall is due to the absence of a statement on some bottles noting that the product contains monosodium glutamate (MSG). The responsible firm named on the label is Pellet Envy, LLC in Kansas City, USA, and the UPC code is 859849005024. The correct label should read 6.7oz, and bottles are packed in cases of 6.
The affected product is identified by Lot 005316. The product was distributed in Missouri and Minnesota. No government or military distribution occurred.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their labels for the missing MSG statement. If the label does not note the presence of MSG, consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- EAT Barbeque Zero to Hero, a Sweet Rub, packaged in 6.5oz bottles (mislabeled). The responsible firm named on the label is Pellet Envy, LLC in Kansas City, USA. UPC code is 859849005024. The correct label should read 6.7oz. Bottles are packed in cases of 6.
- Manufacturer
- Old World Spices & Seasonings Inc
- Category
- Food — Spices & Seasonings
- Hazard
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 (2)
- Lot 005316
- exp. is N/A.
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