Wegmans semi-paid chocolate non-children have been recalled in stores in eight states and Washington, DC, after the discovery of unsuccessful milk allergens in the packaging of the product.
The recall, announced by Mellace Family Brands California, Inc., on June 25, includes specific lots sold in retail locations of Wegmans in Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Caroline, Pennsylvania, Virginie and Dc
“People who have a severe allergy or sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or fatal allergic reaction if they consume this product,” said society.
Why it matters
Food reminders due to unsuccessful allergens continue to be a critical public health problem in the United States. People allergic to milk are faced with the constant risk of accidental exposure to this common allergen, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions.
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What to know
Mellace Family Brands California, Inc. recalled that wegmans semi-sucked chocolate discovered that the product contained unconceived milk allergens. The recall applies to containers of 18.5 ounces labeled with the most following codes and the lot:
- 55021 Best by: December 28, 2025
- 55031 Best by: December 29, 2025
- 55491 Best by: February 13, 2026
- 55501 Best by: February 14, 2026
- 56061 Best by: April 11, 2026
- 56071 Best by: April 12, 2026
The product includes UPC 0 77890 49787 6.
The problem was assigned to temporary ventilation of the supplier’s manufacturing process, which leads to the presence of milk in labeled products without milk. As of June 30, no disease was reported, according to the company.
Consumers who bought non-peculiar chocolate non-paids Wegmans with lots of lots are “invited to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund”, according to the announcement of the company published Monday by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
What people say
Dr. Sebastian Lightvani, director of New York Allergy & Asthma PLLC, previously said Nowsweek:: “Every three minutes in the United States, someone finds himself in an emergency room due to an allergic reaction after an accidental ingestion of food. So, even when we try hard, these reactions occur. And if you look at the incidence of anaphylaxis, he has soaked in the last five, 10, 20 years.”
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What happens next
Customers with questions can contact Wegmans food markets at 1-855-934-3663 daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. he.
The FDA encourages anyone experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction after consuming these products to consult a doctor and submit a report via their online complaint system.
