FDA Recall of King Harvest Black Olive Hummus Due to Foreign Material
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Pacific Coast Fresh CO is voluntarily recalling 319 containers of King Harvest brand Black Olive Hummus because of potential aluminum pieces, affecting products distributed in Oregon and Washington.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on April 7, 2026 and geographically references Oregon and Washington. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Pacific Coast Fresh CO is recalling King Harvest brand Black Olive Hummus due to the presence of foreign material, specifically aluminum pieces.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is King Harvest brand Black Olive Hummus, packed in 10oz plastic tubs with a clear film seal and a lid. It has a UPC of 025726 311216 and a Best By Date of 3/2/2026. A total of 319 containers are involved, and the product was distributed in Oregon and Washington.
What You Should Do
Consumers should not consume the product and may contact Pacific Coast Fresh CO at their address, 201 Ne 2nd Ave Ste 100, Portland, OR 97232-3289, as the initial notification was made via telephone.
Why This Matters
This recall involves food products that may contain foreign materials, potentially posing a risk to consumers in Oregon and Washington, and highlights the importance of product safety in the food industry.
Source
Attribution: FDA. For more information, refer to the FDA recall with number H-0608-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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