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Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Recall #F-2004-2017 · Initiated 2016-09-02
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Asher's Chocolates is recalling two types of chocolate-covered apricots because they may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. The recall affects 5-pound boxes of their Dark Chocolate Half Dipped Glace Apricots and Dark Chocolate Goodies Apricots sold across most U.S. states.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumes these products could 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 your pantry for these products and do not eat them. If you have either of the recalled items, throw them away or return them to the store where you purchased them. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps.
Product
Asher's Chocolate Co, Half Dipped in Dark Chocolate (79511) Glace Apricot, Net Wt. 5 lb.,; Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (86664) Goodies Apricot (half dipped), Net Wt. 5 lb.
Reason for recall
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
42 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
(79511) Lot #'s: 000333934, 000334965, 000335639, 000336695; (86664) Lot #'s:000335346
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.
Other recalls from Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Asher's Chocolate Co. Milk Chocolate (09661) Peanut Butter Caramel Cup 2.25 oz.; 24 piece box.;
Asher's Chocolate Co. White Confectionery coating (86665) Goodies Apricot (half dipped; Net Wt. 5 LB..;
Asher's Chocolate Co. White Confectionery Coating (63190) Egg Deviled; 0.75 oz. (36/box);
Asher's Chocolate Co. Dark Chocolate (14762) FK Almond Bark; 4 oz. (12/box)