HIGH

Hale recalls 54 bottles of Lotsa Pasta Roasted Garlic Infused Olive Oil for botulism risk (2025)

Hale Inc. recalls 54 bottles of Lotsa Pasta International Food Shop Roasted Garlic Infused Olive Oil sold in Kentucky after concerns of Clostridium botulinum contamination. The product was manufactured without an approved processing. Consumers who purchased the oil should not consume it and should contact Hale Inc for refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 9, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Hale
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Products manufactured without an approved process filed.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Hale inc for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Infused olive oil used for cooking and flavoring, sold in glass bottles. This recall concerns a specific Lotsa Pasta product distributed in Kentucky.

Why This Is Dangerous

Botulism can occur in oil, especially when processed or stored improperly. Toxins are not detectable by smell or taste. Consuming contaminated oil can cause serious illness.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.

Real-World Impact

Consumers who own this product face a potential, life-threatening illness. The recall is limited to 54 bottles, but the risk is significant enough to warrant immediate discontinuation and refund/replacement.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check UPC 736211448415 on your bottle
  2. Confirm packaging matches glass bottle and 12-bottle case configuration
  3. Verify total count of 54 bottles recalled
  4. Cross-check distribution is Kentucky only

Where to find product info

Refer to the FDA recall page linked in the notice for official guidance.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing may take 4-6 weeks in typical recall workflows.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with Hale Inc
  • Escalate to FDA or state health department if no reply within 2-4 weeks
  • Consider legal advice for unresponsive companies

How to prevent similar issues

  • Buy olive oil from reputable brands with recall history checked
  • Verify UPCs before purchase
  • Store olive oil properly and discard any product with signs of improper packaging or spoilage
  • Stay updated on recall registries (FDA)

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, packaging, receipts, and any correspondence with Hale Inc as records for potential disputes

Product Details

UPC: 736211448415; Net weight: 12 oz (375 ml); Packaging: Glass bottle; Case quantity: 12 bottles; Total recalled: 54 bottles; Distribution: Kentucky; Recalled: 2025-09-09; Brand: Hale; Product: Lotsa Pasta International Food Shop Roasted Garlic Infused Olive Oil; Model numbers: No codes applied; Price: Unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 54 bottles recalled total
  • UPC 736211448415
  • Glass bottles
  • Distributed in Kentucky
  • Manufactured without an approved process filed
  • Remedy: refund or replacement via Hale Inc

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
No codes applied
Affected States
KY
Report Date
December 10, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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