The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0775-2023·Announced 2023-05-10

Food Recall: Salento Organics Dark Chocolate Banana Bites Contain Undeclared Milk

Salento Organics is recalling Dark Chocolate Banana Bites due to undeclared milk content, a major allergen. The recall affects multiple lot numbers distributed domestically and internationally.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification establishes a minimum severity floor of 4 (Severe) per the rubric. Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, undeclared milk allergen in a food product presents a direct health risk to consumers with milk allergies.

Plain-English summary

Salento Organics LLC is recalling its Dark Chocolate Banana Bites (4 oz/113g packages) due to the presence of undeclared milk. This product was subject to a voluntary recall initiated on March 16, 2023, and was terminated on June 27, 2023.

The recall affects 610 cases containing 12 pouches each. Affected lot numbers include 0322-12, 0422-13, 0722-13, 1122-13, and 0123-13, with best-by dates ranging from February 2024 to January 2025. The product was distributed both domestically and internationally.

Milk is a major food allergen. Consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities who purchased this product should not consume it. If you have this product, discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Salento Organics, Dark Chocolate Banana Bites, Net WT. 4oz (113G)
Manufacturer
SALENTO ORGANICS LLC
Category
Food — Chocolate Candy
Hazard
  • allergen-milk
  • mis-labeling

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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