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Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Recall #F-1995-2017 · Initiated 2016-09-02
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Asher's Chocolates is recalling specific batches of Milk Chocolate Pretzel Clusters (both 5 lb. and 4 oz. box sizes) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a harmful bacteria that can cause illness. The company identified this potential contamination and is removing the product from stores.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumes the recalled product could potentially get sick, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness from Salmonella.
What to do
Check if you have either of these products at home and do not eat them. You can identify them by the product names and net weights listed above. Either throw the product away or return it to the store where you purchased it for a refund.
Product
Asher's Chocolate Co, Milk Chocolate (11481) Pretzel Cluster; Net Wt. 5 lb.; Asher's Chocolate Co, Milk Chocolate (75261) Pretzel Cluster; 4 oz. (12/box).
Reason for recall
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
31 units
Distribution
AL; AR; CA ; CO; CT; DC; DE; FL; GA; IL; IN; KY; LA ; MA ; MD ME; MI; MN; MO; MT; NC; ND; NH; NJ; NM; NY; OH; OK; OR; PA ; RI ; SC; SD; TN; TX; VA; VT; WA; WI; WV; WY
Lot / code info
(11481): Lot #'s: 000332395; 000335571; (75261): Lot #'s: 000336198; 000335930; 000336378; 000336879; 000337013;
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2017-08-17
Recalling firm
Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
19 Susquehanna Ave
Lewistown, PA 17044-2332
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.
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