Walnut Creek Chocolate Heart Boxes Recall: Salmonella Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Walnut Creek Chocolate Co Inc is recalling assorted chocolate heart boxes in 8oz and 16oz packaging because they may contain salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness if consumed.

Why it’s dangerous

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If the chocolate boxes contain the bacteria, eating them could lead to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased or consumed the recalled chocolate heart boxes. Children and elderly individuals are at slightly higher risk due to potential illness severity.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for product codes VASS01, VASS02 and lot numbers 1361, 2017, 2038, 1354, 2033, 2010. The boxes are sold in 8oz and 16oz sizes.

Brand
Walnut Creek Chocolate
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Codes
Look for product codes VASS01 or VASS02 on the packaging.
Discard Affected Boxes
If you have the recalled product codes and lot numbers, discard the boxes immediately.

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Questions people ask

Are these chocolate boxes safe to eat?

The recall is due to potential salmonella contamination. If you have the recalled product codes and lot numbers, you should discard them.

How can I tell if my chocolate box is affected?

Check for product codes VASS01, VASS02 and lot numbers 1361, 2017, 2038, 1354, 2033, 2010.

What should I do if I have the recalled chocolate boxes?

Discard the boxes immediately if you have the recalled product codes and lot numbers.

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

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Subject: Recall F-1147-2022 — Walnut Creek Chocolate Walnut Creek Chocolate

Hello,

I own a Walnut Creek Chocolate that is covered by recall F-1147-2022 from Walnut Creek Chocolate.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-1147-2022 (May 23, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1147-2022 to see it in context.
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