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Food recall · FDA · Published January 25, 2023

Alpenland International, Inc. recalls HEILEMANN CONFISERIE WEHNACHTSFIGUREN AUS EDELVOLLMILCH-SCHOKOLADE Solid Chocolate Holiday Treats 3.5 oz box UPC

Alpenland recalls 3.5 oz solid chocolate holiday treats due to plastic complaints. Consumers should check UPC 4006574007199 for affected items.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0383-2023FoodAlpenland ›
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Recalling firmAlpenland International, Inc.67 Alpenland Dr, N/A · Cleveland, GA 30528-6752
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What happened, in plain English

Alpenland is recalling solid chocolate holiday treats after reports of plastic in the product. This could pose a choking hazard for children and is why the company is asking for immediate action. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/11961-alpenland-solid-chocolate-holiday-treats-recall-plastic-found-in-product.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/11961-alpenland-solid-chocolate-holiday-treats-recall-plastic-found-in-product · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0383-2023

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“Alpenland Solid Chocolate Holiday Treats Recall: Plastic Found in Product.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/11961-alpenland-solid-chocolate-holiday-treats-recall-plastic-found-in-product. Based on FDA recall #F-0383-2023 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0383-2023%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product contains plastic pieces that could be a choking hazard for young children. This is a minor hazard that does not cause serious injury in normal use.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased the Alpenland 3.5 oz solid chocolate holiday treats with UPC 4006574007199. Children are at higher risk due to choking hazards.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC 4006574007199 on the box. The product is a 3.5 oz solid chocolate holiday treat box with a best-by date of May 17, 2023 or August 17, 2023.

  • Brand
    Alpenland
  • Product
    HEILEMANN CONFISERIE WEHNACHTSFIGUREN AUS EDELVOLLMILCH-SCHOKOLADE Solid Chocolate Holiday Treats 3.5 oz box UPC
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check for Plastic Pieces

    Inspect the product for any plastic pieces that may have been found in the chocolate.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product may contain plastic pieces, so it is not safe to eat as is. Check for plastic pieces before consumption.

How can I get a refund?

The recall record does not mention refunds or returns, so contact Alpenland directly for assistance.

When was this product sold?

The product was sold with a best-by date of May 17, 2023 or August 17, 2023.

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Contact Alpenland

We’ve drafted a message you can send Alpenland to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0383-2023 — Alpenland HEILEMANN CONFISERIE WEHNACHTSFIGUREN AUS EDELVOLLMILCH-SCHOKOLADE Solid Chocolate Holida

Hello,

I own a HEILEMANN CONFISERIE WEHNACHTSFIGUREN AUS EDELVOLLMILCH-SCHOKOLADE Solid Chocolate Holiday Treats 3.5 oz box UPC that is covered by recall F-0383-2023 from Alpenland.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0383-2023 (January 25, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0383-2023 to see it in context.
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