Mauna Loa Dark Chocolate Covered Macadamias product is a snack product and packaged in 0.6oz and 4oz plastic flexible po
Summary
The FDA issued a Class I for Mauna Loa Dark Chocolate Covered Macadamias product is a snack product and packa by HAWAIIAN HOST CANDIES OF LA INC. Reason: Undeclared almond and cashew..
Details
Source
Food Recall
External ID
F-0811-2025
Action Date
2025-06-04
Status
Terminated
Category
food
Product Description
Mauna Loa Dark Chocolate Covered Macadamias product is a snack product and packaged in 0.6oz and 4oz plastic flexible pouch. Dist. By Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corp. Kea au, Hawaii 96749, USA. Label declares Contains: Tree Nuts (Macadamia), Milk and Soy. Each master case contains 6 boxes and each box contains 24 pouches (0.6oz per pouch). The 0.6oz retail bag has the UPC 0 72992 05464 4. Each master case contains 6 pouches (4oz per pouch). The 4oz retail bag has the UPC 0 72992 05556 6.
Lot/Code Info: The affected 0.6oz bag has lot numbers K5069C1 and K5069C2 and best by date 10/2026. The affected 4oz bag has lot numbers B4339E1 and B4340E1 and best by date 07/2026. The lot numbers break down as follows: K (Kea au); 5 (2024); 069 (Julian date, March 10, 2025); C (Line); 1 or 2 (Shift) B (Biscomerica); 4 (2024); 339 (Julian date, Dec 4, 2025); E (Line); 1 (Shift) B (Biscomerica); 4 (2024); 340 (Julian date, Dec 5, 2025); E (Line); 1 (Shift)
Quantity Affected: 133 cases (6 boxes/24 pouches/0.6oz per pouch); 4,165 cases (6 boxes/4oz pouches per box)
Reason for Recall
Undeclared almond and cashew.
Distribution
Distributed in AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, IL, ME, MI, NJ, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and Guam.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2025-04-25
Company
Honolulu, HI
Context & Analysis
This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
This was one of 17 food recalls issued in the same week, part of 204 food-related FDA actions this month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class I recall?
A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (HAWAIIAN HOST CANDIES OF LA INC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does HAWAIIAN HOST CANDIES OF LA INC have FDA actions?
This is the only FDA action we have on record for HAWAIIAN HOST CANDIES OF LA INC in our database.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
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