The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0126-2016·Announced 2015-11-04

Moonstruck Chocolate Nuts and Chews Recalled for Undeclared Sulfite

Moonstruck Chocolate Company is recalling 253 boxes of 9pc Nuts & Chews Collection due to undeclared sulfite. The product was distributed in 14 states and online.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves undeclared sulfite, a common allergen. According to the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens is classified as High severity (Score 3), particularly when no specific illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Moonstruck Chocolate Company is voluntarily recalling 253 boxes of the Moonstruck Chocolates 9 piece Nuts & Chews Collection. The recall is being conducted because the product contains undeclared sulfite, a preservative that can cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

The affected product is a 5.19oz (147g) box containing nine different nut and chew chocolates in various shapes and flavors. The specific item number is 310896 and the UPC is 7 11175 10896 4. The recall includes boxes with "Best Enjoyed by" dates of January 4, 2016, and January 18, 2016.

The product was distributed in California, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, New York, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, as well as through internet sales. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the company for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Moonstruck Chocolates 9 piece Nuts & Chews Collection. The box contains 9 different nut and chews, various shapes, in 9 different flavors. Net Wt. 5.19oz (147g). Item Number: 310896, UPC: 7 11175 10896 4.
Affected units
253

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Best Enjoyed by: Jan 4 2016 and Jan 18 2016

Distribution

Distributed in 14 states: