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Food recall · FDA · Published December 13, 2018

Gertrude Hawk Brands dba Gertrude Hawk Chocolates recalls R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Butter Almond Toffee, 6 oz. 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per

Gertrude Hawk recalls milk chocolate butter almond toffee due to mislabeled packaging that failed to disclose almonds and pecans. Consumers should check lot codes and contact the company for details.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1467-2019FoodGertrude Hawk ›
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Recalling firmGertrude Hawk Brands dba Gertrude Hawk Chocolates901 Keystone Industrial Park, N/A · Throop, PA 18512
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What happened, in plain English

Gertrude Hawk is recalling milk chocolate butter almond toffee products because the packaging did not correctly label the presence of almonds and pecans. This mislabeling could lead to allergic reactions for people with nut allergies who might unknowingly consume the product. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/17977-gertrude-hawk-chocolates-recall-mislabeling-of-almonds-and-pecans-in.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/17977-gertrude-hawk-chocolates-recall-mislabeling-of-almonds-and-pecans-in · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1467-2019

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“Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Recall: Mislabeling of Almonds and Pecans in Packaging.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/17977-gertrude-hawk-chocolates-recall-mislabeling-of-almonds-and-pecans-in. Based on FDA recall #F-1467-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1467-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The packaging failed to clearly indicate the presence of almonds and pecans, which could lead to accidental consumption by individuals with nut allergies. This mislabeling means people with nut allergies might not be aware they are consuming the product.

Who’s affected

People with nut allergies who consume the recalled chocolate may be at risk of an allergic reaction. The recall affects consumers who purchased the product from Best Buy.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the oval metal tin canister packaging with a 6 oz. size. Look for lot codes 18218463730, 18277463730, 18278463730, or 18279463730 on the product. The product was sold at Best Buy stores.

  • Brand
    Gertrude Hawk
  • Product
    R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Butter Almond Toffee, 6 oz. 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 4 products

All 4 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

  • Classification
    Class II
  • Status
    Terminated
  • Distribution
    Product was distributed nationwide, including Hawaii and Guam, in a limited distribution through Macys retail stores and mail order.
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
F-1464-2019R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pretzels, 8 oz 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per case; Lot Codes: 18218465790, 18274465790, 18275465790 All Best Buy Dates; UPC: 7 20227 46579 55,178 Units
F-1465-2019R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Covered Pecan Caramel Clusters, 7oz 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per case; Lot Codes: 18218463750, 18271463750, 18272463750, 18273463750, 18275463750, 18276463750 All Best Buy Dates; UPC: 7 20227 46375 310,848 Units
F-1466-2019R.H. Macy & Co. Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels, 7 oz. 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per case,; Lot Codes: 18218463740, 18254463740, 18255463740, 18257463740, 18260463740,18261463740, 18262463740, 18263463740, 18264463740 All Best Buy Dates; UPC: 7 20227 46374 68,304 Units
F-1467-2019R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Butter Almond Toffee, 6 oz. 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per case,; Lot Codes: 18218463730, 18277463730, 18278463730, 18279463730 All Best Buy Dates; UPC: 7 20227 46373 911,250 Units
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Packaging

    Look for the oval metal tin canister with a 6 oz. size and lot codes listed above.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

The packaging did not correctly label the presence of almonds and pecans, which could lead to accidental consumption by people with nut allergies.

How can I check if I have the recalled product?

Check for the oval metal tin canister packaging with a 6 oz. size and lot codes 18218463730, 18277463730, 18278463730, or 18279463730.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Gertrude Hawk directly for further instructions.

Take action

Contact Gertrude Hawk

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

Subject: Recall F-1467-2019 — Gertrude Hawk R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Butter Almond Toffee, 6 oz. 1 unit per package, oval m

Hello,

I own a R.H. Macy & Co. Milk Chocolate Butter Almond Toffee, 6 oz. 1 unit per package, oval metal tin canister, 6 units per that is covered by recall F-1467-2019 from Gertrude Hawk.

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-1467-2019 (December 13, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1467-2019 to see it in context.
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