The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·H-1332-2026·Announced 2026-09-02

Mehadrin Chocolate Leben Recalled for Improper Pasteurization in New Jersey

Upstate Niagara Cooperative is recalling 3,975 cases of Mehadrin Chocolate Leben in New Jersey because the product may have been improperly pasteurized.

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: The agency classified this as an FDA Class II recall. Per the rubric, FDA Class II recalls are assigned a score of 4 (Severe), particularly when involving potential pasteurization failures which pose significant health risks.

Plain-English summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative is recalling 3,975 cases of Mehadrin Chocolate Leben, 6 OZ (170g) cups, in New Jersey. The recall is being issued because the product may have been improperly pasteurized.

The affected product is identified by the UPC 070784023144, lot code 101426 L5 2W, and a use-by date of 10/14/26. The recall number is H-1332-2026.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Mehadrin Chocolate Leben; 6 OZ (170g) CUPS, UPC: 070784023144
Manufacturer
UPSTATE NIAGARA COOPERATIVE
Category
Food — Dairy
Hazard
Affected units
3,975

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 code: 101426 L5 2W Use by date: 10/14/26

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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