The Warehouse Limited has recalled Market Kitchen Sweet ’N Sour Cooking Sauce (500g) in New Zealand due to a packaging defect that may result in injury to consumers.

According to the recall notice issued on June 12, 2026, the affected product may contain a damaged glass jar, creating a potential risk of injury during handling or use.

Recalled Product Details

• Product: Market Kitchen Sweet ’N Sour Cooking Sauce
• Pack Size: 500g
• Best Before: 17 January 2027
• Packaging: Glass jar

No other Market Kitchen products are affected by this recall.

Distribution

The affected product was sold at The Warehouse stores nationwide across New Zealand. The product has not been exported.

Consumer Advice

Consumers who have purchased the recalled sauce are urged to:

• Handle the product carefully.
• Check the best-before date on the jar.
• Do not consume the product.
• Return the product to any The Warehouse store for a full refund.

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

Retailer Information

Retailers have been instructed to display a point-of-sale recall notice in stores for one month to inform customers about the affected product.

Contact Information

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact The Warehouse Limited at:

Phone: 0800 733 665

New Zealand Food Safety continues to monitor the recall and advises consumers to follow the safety instructions provided to minimize the risk of injury.

Source:https://www.mpi.govt.nz/food-safety-home/food-recalls-and-complaints/recalled-food-products/market-kitchen-brand-sweet-n-sour-cooking-sauce-500g-recalled-as-the-product-may-cause-injury-due-to-a-packaging-fault-damaged-glass-jar