FDA food recall · August 2026
Is Kofinas garlic olive oil recalled?
Yes. LMSI LLC / Kofinas Olive Oil recalled Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil in 100 ml, 250 ml, and 500 ml glass bottles because the garlic essential oil used is not approved for culinary use. Product was sold August 31, 2025–August 27, 2026 at Cincinnati retail locations and online. FDA published the announcement on August 31, 2026.
Affected product identifiers
- Brand / product: Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Sizes: 500 ml, 250 ml, and 100 ml glass bottles
- Sale window: August 31, 2025 through August 27, 2026
- Firm: LMSI LLC / Kofinas Olive Oil — Cincinnati, OH
- Hazard / reason: Contains garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use
- Distribution:Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen (8210 Market Place Ln., Cincinnati, OH 45242); Findlay Market (1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202); online at www.kofinasoliveoil.com
- Illnesses: None reported as of the announcement
How to check your bottle
Confirm the Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil label and bottle size (100, 250, or 500 ml), and whether it was purchased during the August 31, 2025–August 27, 2026 window from the Cincinnati stores or the company website. You can also search Kofinas garlic olive oil or use the FDA food and drug recall checker, then confirm against the FDA announcement.
What to do
Stop using the recalled oil. The company states that customers who report a reaction will receive a full refund. Consumer phones: 513-325-5502 or 513-981-1412. Seek medical care for allergic or food-borne illness symptoms. This page is not medical advice.
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FAQ
Is Kofinas garlic olive oil recalled?
Yes. LMSI LLC / Kofinas Olive Oil of Cincinnati, OH, issued a voluntary recall of its Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil because it used a garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use. FDA published the company announcement on August 31, 2026 (company dated Cincinnati, August 29, 2026).
Which bottle sizes and sale dates are included?
Glass bottles in 500 ml, 250 ml, and 100 ml sizes that were available for sale from August 31, 2025, through August 27, 2026.
Where was the recalled Kofinas oil sold?
At Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen (8210 Market Place Ln., Cincinnati, OH 45242), Findlay Market (1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202), and online directly from www.kofinasoliveoil.com.
Have illnesses been reported for this recall?
The company announcement states there have been no reports of illnesses involving the products in this recall. Anyone with signs of an allergic reaction or food-borne illness should contact a physician. Status can change; rely on the FDA notice for updates.
What should I do if I have recalled Kofinas garlic olive oil?
Stop using it. The company says customers who report a reaction to the oil will receive a full refund. Questions: 513-325-5502 or 513-981-1412. This page is not medical advice.
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