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Food recall · FDA · Published December 11, 2018

Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC recalls Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742564 refrigerate after opening

Lipari Foods recalls Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz jars due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Refrigerate after opening to reduce risk.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0777-2019FoodLipari Foods ›
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Recalling firmLipari Foods Operating Company, LLC26661 Bunert Rd · Warren, MI 48089-3650
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What happened, in plain English

Lipari Foods is recalling Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz plastic jars because testing found Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria can cause serious illness, so refrigerating after opening is critical to reduce risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/17986-inspired-organic-tahini-butter-recall-listeria-risk-after-opening.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/17986-inspired-organic-tahini-butter-recall-listeria-risk-after-opening · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0777-2019

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“Inspired Organic Tahini Butter Recall: Listeria Risk After Opening.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/17986-inspired-organic-tahini-butter-recall-listeria-risk-after-opening. Based on FDA recall #F-0777-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0777-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious infections, especially in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. The product was tested positive for this bacteria, indicating contamination that could lead to illness if not handled properly.

Who’s affected

Anyone who owns or uses the recalled Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz jars. Pregnant women, young children, and elderly individuals are at higher risk due to Listeria's potential to cause severe illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the 16oz plastic jar with 6 per case, UPC #863669742564. The product must be refrigerated after opening as per the label instructions.

  • Brand
    Lipari Foods
  • Product
    Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC recalls Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742564 refrigerate after opening
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 4 products

All 4 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

  • Classification
    Class I
  • Status
    Terminated
  • Distribution
    FL, IA, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, NY, OH, PA, TN, WI, WV, CANADA
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
F-0775-2019Inspired Organic Sunflower Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742526 refrigerate after opening; All Lots All Dates Item number 967064972 cases
F-0776-2019Inspired Organic Almond Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742540 refrigerate after opening; All lots All dates Item number 9670671309 cases
F-0777-2019Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742564 refrigerate after opening; All lots All dates Item number 967070925 cases
F-0778-2019Inspired Organic Peanut Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742588 refrigerate after opening; All lots All dates Item number 9670731739 cases
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Refrigerate After Opening

    The product must be refrigerated after opening to reduce the risk of Listeria growth.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product is not safe to eat after opening without refrigeration due to Listeria contamination risk.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the 16oz plastic jar with 6 per case and UPC #863669742564.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Refrigerate after opening to reduce risk, but the product is not safe to eat without proper refrigeration.

Take action

Contact Lipari Foods

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

Subject: Recall F-0777-2019 — Lipari Foods Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC recalls Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz. plast

Hello,

I own a Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC recalls Inspired Organic Tahini Butter 16oz. plastic jar, 6 per case UPC #: 863669742564 refrigerate after opening that is covered by recall F-0777-2019 from Lipari Foods.

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-0777-2019 (December 11, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0777-2019 to see it in context.
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