United StatesWilly Pete’s Chocolates brand Almond Despair dark chocolate with coconuts, almonds, and Carolina Reapers (UPC 09872615) sold by Willy Pete’s Chocolate Company LLC in MA, SC, and CT is affected. It was recalled because almonds are not declared in the ingredient statement despite being listed on the front label.
What's being recalled
Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers; Ingredients: Sugar, Vegetable Oil, (Palm Kernel Oil & Hydrogentated Palm Kernel Oil), Cocoa Powder (processed with Alkali), Soy Lecithin (An Emulsifier), Whey Powder (Milk) & Salt. Coconut, Sugar, Water Propylene Glycol (Sustains Freshness), Salt, Sodium Metabisulfite (Preserves Whiteness). Macadamia nuts & Carolina Reaper Powder; Contains Milk and Soy. Tree Nuts. May contain traces of peanuts; UPC: 0 987261 5
Recalling firm: Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC, Harwinton, CT, United States.
How to identify it
No additional coding. UPC Codes: 09872615
The hazard
Almonds are not declared in the ingredient statement. Almond is included in description of product on front label.
What to do
Don't eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you've eaten it and feel unwell, contact a doctor.
The notice doesn't give instructions for consumers, so this is general advice for food & drink recalls. Check the official notice for the details.
Where it was sold
MA, SC, CT
The official notice
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