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Class I Recall

Assorted Chocolate Gift Boxes packaged in 4oz ,8oz, 16oz, and 32oz boxes

Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Assorted Chocolate Gift Boxes packaged in 4oz ,8oz, 16oz, and 32oz boxes by Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc. Reason: Potential Salmonella contamination.

Details

Source

Food Recall

External ID

F-1138-2022

Action Date

2022-06-08

Status

Terminated

Category

food

Product Description

Assorted Chocolate Gift Boxes packaged in 4oz ,8oz, 16oz, and 32oz boxes

Lot/Code Info: Product Codes: BASS02, BASS01 BASS03, BASS04, BASS05, BASS06 Lot Codes: 2003, 2017, 2066, 2073, 2080, 2087, 2090, 2096, 2101, 2108, 2110, 2115, 2116, 2119, 2122, 2123, 2130, 2136, 1361, 2010, 2024, 2102, 2137, 2138, 2045, 2124

Quantity Affected: 8139 total units

Reason for Recall

Potential Salmonella contamination

Distribution

AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-05-23

Company

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 76 food recalls issued in the same week, part of 204 food-related FDA actions this month.

Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc has 15 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls.

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 (Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc have FDA actions?

Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc has 15 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "F-1138-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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