Go Max Go Foods

Recall #F-1436-2013 · Initiated 2013-04-22

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What happened

Go Max Go Foods is recalling Mahalo Candy Bars because they contain milk, even though the packaging says they are dairy-free. This is a serious issue because the product was labeled as vegan and dairy-free when it actually contains an undeclared allergen.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or dairy sensitivities who bought this product based on the dairy-free label are at risk of an allergic reaction.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy or sensitivity and purchased Mahalo Candy Bars labeled as dairy-free, do not eat them. Check your pantry for the product and either discard it or return it to the retailer where you bought it.

Product

Mahalo Candy Bar. Coconut & almonds in a a rice-milk chocolately coating, 2.0 oz, gluten-free,dairy-free & vegan, no trans fats, nothing artificial. Distributed by Go Max Go Foods, LLC 40 Paseo Del Antilope, Santa Fe, NM 87506.

Reason for recall

Go Max Go Foods is recalling various lots of vegan candy bar products containing the statement "dairy-free" due to undeclared milk.

Quantity affected

106,908 bars

Distribution

Nationwide distribution to 14 distributors and 26 retailers. Products were distributed to Canada, UK, Germany, and Australia. No government or VA consignees.

Lot / code info

UPC 899033002033

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2013-09-10