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Class II
Ashers Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc.
Recall #F-2075-2017 · Initiated 2016-09-02
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Asher's Chocolates is recalling two types of dark chocolate almond bark products (6 lb packages) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. A small quantity of 7 units was affected and distributed across most U.S. states.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumes these products could potentially get sick, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Salmonella.
What to do
Stop eating these products and discard them or return them to where you purchased them. If you've eaten the almond bark and develop symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps within a few days, contact your doctor.
Product
Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (00332) Almond Bark (Flat), Net Wt. 6 lb.; Asher's Chocolate Co, Dark Chocolate (86731) Goodies Almond Bark (scored), Net Wt. 6 lb
Reason for recall
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
7 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
(00332) Lot # 000333362; (86731) Lot #'s 000333582
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)