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Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Recall #F-2006-2017 · Initiated 2016-09-02
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Asher's Chocolate Co. is recalling 5-pound boxes of Dark Chocolate Cashew Clusters (product code 03172) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recall affects 48 cases distributed across most U.S. states.
Who is at risk
Everyone who consumed or has this product is potentially at risk, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are more vulnerable to serious illness from Salmonella.
What to do
Do not eat this product. Check your home for this chocolate with product code 03172 and discard it or return it to the store where you bought it. If you have eaten this product and develop symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps, contact your doctor.
Product
Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (03172) Cashew Clusters; Net Wt. 5 lb.;
Reason for recall
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
48 cases
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
Lot #'s: 000332328; 000332980; 000337105; 000335563
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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