Uproot Peamilk Chocolate Recalled for Cronobacter and Botulism Risk
Lyons Magnus is recalling Uproot Peamilk Chocolate nationwide due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. The recall affects 53,818,025 units.
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 applies, which requires a minimum score of 4 per the rubric. The recall involves potential contamination with two serious pathogens: Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum, both capable of causing serious illness.
Plain-English summary
Lyons Magnus, Inc. is recalling Uproot Peamilk Chocolate 8 fl oz. (240mL) bottles nationwide due to potential for contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. The recall affects products with lot codes 8502 (Best By Date 02/22/2023) and 9502 (Best By Date 02/23/2023).
The affected product was distributed nationwide in individual 8 fl oz. bottles and 18-count cases. Approximately 53,818,025 units are subject to this recall.
Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum are serious pathogens. Cronobacter can cause severe infections, particularly in infants and immunocompromised individuals. Clostridium botulinum produces toxins that can cause botulism, a serious illness.
Consumers should not consume this product. If you have purchased this product, discard it or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Uproot Peamilk Chocolate 8 fl oz. (240mL) UPC 8 60002-91544 9. Serve chilled, refrigerate after opening and use within 7 days. Manufactured for Uproot, Inc., New York, NY 10005. Sold in 18-count case UPC 10860002915446. .
- Manufacturer
- Lyons Magnus, Inc
- Category
- Food — Non-Dairy Beverages
- Affected units
- 53,818,025
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 (2)
- EXPANDED 8-10-2022 Lot Code 8502 / Best By Date 02/22/2023
- Lot Code 9502 / Best By Date 02/23/2023
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 77 recalled by Lyons Magnus, Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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