Market Kitchen Sauce Range Recalled in New Zealand Due to Glass Jar Packaging Fault

June 18, 2026 New Zealand

Multiple Pams cooking sauces among recall over damaged glass jars

The Warehouse Limited has recalled several Market Kitchen sauce products after identifying a packaging fault that may result in damaged glass jars, posing a potential injury risk to consumers.

According to New Zealand Food Safety, the recall was initially announced on June 12, 2026, and was expanded on June 16, 2026, to include additional products and batches.

Recalled Products

The recall affects all products with Best Before dates up to and including 16 June 2027:

  • Market Kitchen Mayonnaise (460g)
  • Market Kitchen Honey Soy Cooking Sauce (500g)
  • Market Kitchen Butter Chicken Cooking Sauce (500g)
  • Market Kitchen Sweet ’N Sour Cooking Sauce (500g)
  • Market Kitchen Tikka Masala Cooking Sauce (500g)
  • Market Kitchen Bolognese Sauce (500g)

All affected products are packaged in glass jars.

Reason for Recall

The products are being recalled because a packaging defect may cause the glass jars to become damaged, creating a potential risk of injury. Consumers are advised not to consume the affected products and to handle them carefully.

Distribution

The recalled products were sold exclusively through The Warehouse stores nationwide in New Zealand. The products have not been exported.

Consumer Advice

Customers who have purchased the affected products should:

  • Check the best-before date on the jar.
  • Avoid consuming the product.
  • Handle the jars carefully to prevent injury.
  • Return the product to the retailer for a full refund.

Anyone who has consumed the product and is concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

Company Contact

Consumers with questions can contact The Warehouse Limited at 0800 733 665.

This recall highlights the importance of packaging integrity in ensuring food safety. Consumers are encouraged to check their pantries for the affected Market Kitchen sauces and return any recalled products to avoid potential injury from damaged glass packaging.

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