Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Gelsons Gelson's Hummus recall: Gelson branded Hummus product labels do not include storage instructions

Recall published 1+ years ago

Gelson branded Hummus product labels do not include storage instructions "keep refrigerated"

The hazard: Food safety concern

This product was withdrawn on a food safety ground. The lot codes listed are what define the recall — identical packs from other runs are unaffected.

What the notice says: Gelson branded Hummus product labels do not include storage instructions "keep refrigerated"

Why it matters: The agency identified a problem with this product that made it unsafe or unfit to sell. The official summary above describes what it was.

Recall details

Recall number
H-0526-2025
Published
September 3, 2025
Risk level
Class II
Status
Terminated
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Gelsons
Product type
Sauces & dips
Units affected
7,861 units across all 4 products
Distribution
California
Sold at
Gelson's
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
Lot code(s) 25158, 25171, 25177, 25191, 25199 Expiration date(s) - 08/01/2025, 08/14/2025, 08/21/2025, 09/03/2025, 09/11/2025
UPC codes
23631-10262

Products covered by this recall

Gelson's Hummus; Red Bell Pepper Old World Family Recipe California-Made No Added Oils NET WT 8OZ (226g) UPC: 23631-10262

Check your product

The notice names 1 code you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 8 OZ

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Food & cosmetics enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Food safety

Gelsons — This product was withdrawn on a food safety ground. The lot codes listed are what define the recall — identical packs from other runs are unaffected.

  1. Stop eating it and check the codes on your pack against the identifiers listed on this page.
  2. If anyone is unwell after eating it, call a clinician and mention the recall by name.
  3. Bag it and bin it, or return it to the store for a refund.
  4. Wash anything it touched, and clean the shelf it was stored on if the pack has leaked.

Getting a refund without the pack

The commonest reason people skip the refund is that they have already thrown the item away. That rarely matters.

  • A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.
  • Store credit is often offered first. You can ask for the original payment method instead, and it is normally granted.
  • No photo either? Ask anyway. Grocery chains settle recall refunds at the service desk because disputing them costs more than paying them.
  • For a multi-pack or a case, ask for the full purchase price rather than a per-unit figure — the recall covers what you paid.

Company contact: Gelsons — 16400 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA, 91436-2137

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

Open the FDA — Food & cosmetics enforcement record U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalls

Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Gelsons sauces & dips recalled?

Gelson branded Hummus product labels do not include storage instructions "keep refrigerated" Gelson branded Hummus product labels do not include storage instructions "keep refrigerated"

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

The notice does not publish package codes for this recall. Compare the product name, size and the purchase window against the official FDA — Food & cosmetics enforcement record, and contact the company if you are unsure.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop eating it and check the codes on your pack against the identifiers listed on this page.

Can I get my money back?

A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists California.

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