Last December, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initiated a recall of a number of Cal Yee Farms’ chocolate products, citing the potential for contamination with undeclared milk, soy, wheat, sesame, FD&C #6 and/or almonds. The FDA has since upgraded a select few of the affected products to the highest possible risk level: Class 1. Basically, those with dairy allergies might want to be extra careful with their chocolate consumption should they purchase their products from Cal Yee.
The FDA defines a Class 1 recall as “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.” The affected products that fall into this new classification include Cal Yee Farms dark chocolate almonds, dark chocolate apricots and dark chocolate walnuts; each of which have the potential of being contaminated with undeclared milk.
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The initial December 2024 recall identified the affected chocolate products as being sold in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. These products were also sold online, however, so shoppers in other states are not entirely in the clear yet. Those who might have one of the listed products in question should check the labels immediately for the following information:
Recalled Cal Yee (or Cal Yee Farm branded) products were packaged in clear, plastic zippered pouches and came in 8-ounce, 1-pound, 2-pound and 5-pound sizes. Each product features a bright yellow label that identifies the product in front of the pouch, as well as a small white label containing a UPC code on the back of the pouch. All information, including UPC codes to look out for, can be found on the initial recall for your convenience.
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As of the original publish date, no illnesses have been reported in relation to the unexpected contamination. Consumers with milk, soy, wheat, sesame, FD&C #6 and almond allergies or sensitivities that currently have the product in their possession should refrain from consuming altogether. Instead, please return the products for a full refund or dispose of them entirely. Consumers with further questions or concerns can reach out at (707) 425-5327 or [email protected]) from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.
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