Chocew Burnt Caramel Candy Bars - recalled due to undeclared coconut

Florida, United States

Astor Chocolate Corporation of Lakewood, New Jersey is recalling 1,092 Burnt Caramel Candy Bars, because it may contain undeclared coconut. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to coconut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. No illnesses have been reported to date. The product was distributed through Aldi's Haines City, Florida Distribution Center, which services select Aldi stores in Florida.

This action relates only to:
BURNT CARAMEL BARS (UPC #4099100202809) products with Lot 0101614649, Best By Date of 12/11/2024.

The product and Lot Code as printed on the package in the images attached.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the coconut-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of coconut.

Only this specific lot code is impacted, no other Lot Codes, or any other Astor Chocolate Corporation products, are involved in this action.

Company name: Astor Chocolate Corporation
Brand name: Chocew
Product recalled: Burnt Caramel Candy Bars
Reason of the recall: Potential Allergen – Undeclared Coconut
FDA Recall date: December 21, 2023

Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/astor-chocolate-corporation-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-coconut-burnt-caramel-bars