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SevereFDA (Food)·H-1399-2026·Announced 2026-10-07

Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil Recalled for Unapproved Ingredient

LMSI, LLC is recalling Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil because it contains garlic essential oil, which is not approved for culinary use.

What this means for you

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this recall as Class II. According to the severity rubric, an FDA Class II recall is assigned a score of 4 (Severe), as it indicates a reasonable probability of temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

LMSI, LLC is voluntarily recalling approximately 85 liters of Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The product is packaged in 3.4 fl oz (100mL), 8.5 fl oz (250mL), and 17 fl oz (500mL) glass bottles. The 3.4 fl oz bottles were sold as part of a gift set, while the 8.5 fl oz and 17 fl oz bottles were sold individually. The 8.5 fl oz bottles carry UPC 799475717185, and the 17 fl oz bottles carry UPC 799475717178.

The recall is being conducted because the product contains garlic essential oil, which is not approved for culinary use. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The product was distributed directly to consumers in California, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for instructions on how to return the product or obtain a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, packaged in 3.4 fl oz (100mL), 8.5 fl oz (250mL), and 17 fl oz (500mL) glass bottles, UPC: 799475717185 (on 8.5 fl oz/250mL), 799475717178 (on 17 fl oz/500mL). The 3.4 fl oz/100mL bottles were sold as part of a gift…
Manufacturer
LMSI, LLC

Is your product affected?

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Distribution

Distributed in 13 states:

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