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Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Recall #F-2010-2017 · Initiated 2016-09-02
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Asher's Chocolates is recalling about 140 units of Dark Chocolate Peanut Cluster candies (5 lb. packages) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause illness. The affected products were distributed across most U.S. states.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumed or may consume these products could potentially be affected, as Salmonella can cause serious illness in people of any age.
What to do
If you have either of these products (item #09992 or #99033), do not eat them. Throw them away or return them to the store where you purchased them. If you've eaten this product and develop symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps, contact your healthcare provider.
Product
Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (09992) Peanut Cluster (Whole Nut); Net Wt. 5 lb.; Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (99033) Peanut Cluster (pack size); Net Wt. 5 lb.;
Reason for recall
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
140 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
(09992) Lot #'s: 000331273; 000333753; 000336686; (99033) Lot: 127819
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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