Mon, August 31, 2026 at 8:28 PM UTC
The recalled olive oil was sold in Ohio.Credit: Arianne de San Jose van Hoof / Getty Images / Health.com
Certain bottles of extra virgin olive oil have been recalled in one state.
The recalled olive oil, from the brand Kofinas, contains an essential oil that’s not approved for culinary use.
Stop using the recalled product, request a refund, and monitor for signs of an allergic reaction or foodborne illness.
A new recall is underway for a popular kitchen staple: extra virgin olive oil.
On Aug. 31, the Food and Drug Administration announced that Kofinas Olive Oil recalled its garlic-infused olive oil because it contained garlic essential oil that was not approved for culinary use.
Which Olive Oil Was Recalled?
Product Name: KofinasGarlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Sizes: 500-ml, 250-ml, and 100-ml bottles
Available for sale: Aug. 31, 2025, to Aug. 27, 2026
Credit: Kofinas
The recalled olive oil was sold at two retailers in Cincinnati, Ohio: Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen and Findlay Market.
What You Should Do
There have been no reports of illness connected to the recalled olive oil, according to the FDA announcement.
If you have the recalled olive oil, do not use it—throw it out and request a refund. Seek medical attention if you experience signs of an allergic reaction or foodborne illness after consuming the affected olive oil.
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