United States
Company name: MELLACE FAMILY BRANDS CALIFORNIA INC.
Brand name: Wegmans
Product recalled: Semi-Sweet Chocolate nonpareils
Reason of the recall: Undeclared Milk
FDA Recall date: May 15, 2020
Recall details: MELLACE FAMILY BRANDS CALIFORNIA INC. (JOHNVINCE FOODS), located at 655 North River Road, Unit C, Warren Ohio 44483-2254, is recalling Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate nonpareils, 18.5oz (1lb 2.5oz) 524g because it has undeclared MILK allergen on the retail label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to MILK run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
This product was distributed within Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Product was sold to consumers through Wegmans retail stores. The retail unit is a plastic tub with a tamper-evident seal and pre-printed label. Brand “WEGMANS”, product description WEGMANS SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE NONPAREILS, 18.5OZ (1LB 2.5OZ) 524g UPC: 77890-49787. Best by dates: 12/18/20 and 12/28/20.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the above product containing Milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Milk. REFUND INFORMATION: Customers may return the product to the Wegmans Service Desk for a full refund.
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Source: FDA
