Giant Eagle, Inc.

Recall #F-0354-2018 · Initiated 2017-10-30

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What happened

Giant Eagle recalled Market District Almonds Covered in Dark Chocolate (8 oz packages) because the dark chocolate contains milk that wasn't listed in the main ingredients, even though the label does say "May Contain Milk." This recall affects products distributed in Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or severe milk sensitivities should be concerned, as they may have purchased this product expecting it to be milk-free based on the main ingredient label.

What to do

If you purchased this product and have a milk allergy, do not eat it. You can return it to Giant Eagle for a refund, or dispose of it safely. If you or someone else accidentally consumed this product and has an allergic reaction, contact poison control or seek medical attention.

Product

Market District Almonds covered in Dark Chocolate; Net Wt. 8 OZ.; Contains Soy; May Contain: Milk Manufactured in a plant that processes wheat, peanuts, tree nuts and eggs.; Distributed by Giant Eagle, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2809

Reason for recall

On 10/30/2017, Giant Eagle received notice from their contract manufacturer, to recall Market District Almonds Covered in Dark Chocolate, due to undeclared milk in the dark chocolate. Giant Eagle product labels do carry the advisory statement "May Contain Milk".

Quantity affected

6234 units

Distribution

IN MD OH PA WV

Lot / code info

Coffee Beans UPC: 30034 09851; Almonds UPC: 30034 09852; Powerberry UPC: 30034 09857

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

E-Mail

Terminated

2020-05-15