# Kofinas Olive Oil product recall in the US

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kofinas-olive-oil-product-recall-in-the-us
> Updated: 2026-09-13T02:06:22.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a voluntary recall for Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil produced by Cincinnati-based LMSI LLC/Kofinas Olive Oil. The recall was prompted by the presence of a garlic essential oil that is not approved for culinary use.

The affected products, which originate from Crete, Greece, were sold in 100 ml, 250 ml, and 500 ml glass bottles. Distribution included the company’s website and specific retail locations in Cincinnati, Ohio, such as Findlay Market and Montgomery Store & Infusion Kitchen, with distribution occurring between August 31, 2025, and August 27, 2026.

As of the latest reports, no illnesses have been linked to the consumption of the oil. The FDA has advised consumers to monitor for signs of allergic reactions or foodborne illness, such as fever, nausea, or vomiting, and to refrain from using the product for cooking. Individuals exhibiting symptoms are advised to contact a physician immediately.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Kofinas Olive Oil recalls garlic-infused oil over unapproved ingredient

Kofinas Olive Oil is recalling its Garlic Mediterranean infused extra virgin olive oil due to the use of a garlic essential oil not approved for food use. The product was sold in Ohio and online.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kofinas-olive-oil-recalls-garlic-infused-oil-over-unapproved-ingredient

### 2026-09-03: FDA recalls Cretan garlic-infused olive oil in the US

The FDA has recalled Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil from LMSI LLC/Kofinas Olive Oil due to unapproved garlic essential oil content.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fda-recalls-cretan-garlic-infused-olive-oil-in-the-us

### 2026-08-31: Kofinas Olive Oil recalls garlic-infused product over ingredient concerns

LMSI LLC/Kofinas Olive Oil is voluntarily recalling its Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil due to the use of a garlic essential oil not approved for culinary use.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kofinas-olive-oil-recalls-garlic-infused-product-over-ingredient-concerns

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