The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0883-2020·Announced 2020-04-15

Lindt Excellence Dark Chocolate Recalled for Undeclared Milk and Soy

Lindt & Sprungli is recalling 174,288 bars of Excellence 85% Cocoa Dark Chocolate because they contain undeclared milk and soy.

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 allergen mislabeling for common allergens (milk and soy), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Lindt & Sprungli (USA), Inc. is recalling 174,288 bars (1,210 cases) of Excellence 85% Cocoa Dark Chocolate, Net WT 3.5OZ (100g). The recall is due to the presence of undeclared milk and soy in the product.

The affected product is identified by Lot # L5539 and a Best By date of 11/30/2020. The chocolate was distributed in 36 states, Mexico, and to the Department of Defense.

Consumers with this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Individuals with milk or soy allergies should consult a healthcare professional if they have consumed the product.

The recalled product

Product
Lindt & Sprungli (USA), Inc.; Excellence 85% Cocoa Dark Chocolate; Net WT 3.5OZ (100g)
Manufacturer
Lindt & Sprungli (USA), Inc.
Category
Food — Chocolate
Hazard

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)

  • Lot # L5539 Best By 11/30/2020

Distribution

Distributed in 37 states:

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