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The Spice House Recalls Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub Due to Undeclared Sesame

The Spice House is recalling 2.7oz jars of Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub because they contain undeclared sesame, which can cause serious allergic reactions.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0281-2022FoodThe Spice House ›
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Official pagewww.thespicehouse.com
Recalling firmSpice House1941 Central St · Evanston, IL 60201-2277
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What happened, in plain English

The Spice House is recalling a specific batch of its Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub sold in 2.7oz glass jars because the product contains undeclared sesame. This is significant for anyone with a sesame allergy, as consuming the rub could trigger an allergic reaction. The recall covers 737 units distributed nationally via online sales and four retail locations. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/13723-the-spice-house-recalls-sichuan-chile-bbq-rub-due-to.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/13723-the-spice-house-recalls-sichuan-chile-bbq-rub-due-to · Updated October 10, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0281-2022

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“The Spice House Recalls Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub Due to Undeclared Sesame.” GovInfoNow, updated October 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/13723-the-spice-house-recalls-sichuan-chile-bbq-rub-due-to. Based on FDA recall #F-0281-2022 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0281-2022%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product contains undeclared sesame, an allergen that is not listed on the label. For individuals with a sesame allergy, accidental ingestion can lead to severe allergic reactions, which may be life-threatening.

Who’s affected

Consumers who purchased The Spice House Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub between November 12 and November 18, 2021. Individuals with sesame allergies are at the highest risk of serious allergic reactions if they consume this product.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for The Spice House Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub in a 2.7oz glass jar with UPC 816328028240. There are no lot codes on the product. Verify if you purchased it online at www.thespicehouse.com or at one of the four retail locations in Illinois and Wisconsin between November 12 and November 18, 2021.

  • Brand
    The Spice House
  • Product
    The Spice House Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub 2.7oz glass jar UPC 816328028240
  • Category
    Food

Where it went and when

Where it was distributed

Distributed nationwide; the notice names 2 states.

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FDA distribution: “The product was only available for purchase from November 12 through November 18, 2021. The product is distributed nationally through online sales via www.thespicehouse.com and also is sold at the four The Spice House retail locations in…” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.

Named in the notice: Illinois, Wisconsin.

Recall timeline

FDA terminated this recall 3 months after the firm started it.

1. Firm started the recall: Nov 18, 202112. FDA classified it Class II: Dec 13, 202123. Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report: Dec 15, 202134. FDA terminated the recall: Feb 15, 2022420212022
  1. Firm started the recall
  2. FDA classified it Class II
  3. Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
  4. FDA terminated the recall

Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send The Spice House to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0281-2022 — The Spice House Recalls Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub Due to Undeclared Sesame

Hello,

I own a The Spice House Recalls Sichuan Chile BBQ Rub Due to Undeclared Sesame that is covered by recall F-0281-2022 from The Spice House.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0281-2022 (November 18, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0281-2022 to see it in context.
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