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Food recall · FDA · Published October 28, 2017

Meijer Distribution, Inc recalls MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case

Meijer recalls bulk dark chocolate almonds due to undeclared milk allergen in supplier's product. Consumers should check UPC 7-19283-40301-8 for affected items.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0369-2018FoodMeijer ›
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Recalling firmMeijer Distribution, Inc2929 Walker Ave NW, N/A · Grand Rapids, MI 49544-6402
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What happened, in plain English

Meijer is recalling bulk dark chocolate almonds because they contain undeclared milk, which can cause allergic reactions. This affects consumers who have milk allergies or are sensitive to allergens. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/20152-meijer-bulk-dark-chocolate-almonds-recall-undeclared-milk-allergen-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/20152-meijer-bulk-dark-chocolate-almonds-recall-undeclared-milk-allergen-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0369-2018

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“Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds Recall: Undeclared Milk Allergen Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/20152-meijer-bulk-dark-chocolate-almonds-recall-undeclared-milk-allergen-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0369-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0369-2018%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product contains milk that was not declared as an allergen. This can cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to milk, including hives, swelling, or more serious reactions in some cases.

Who’s affected

People who purchased Meijer bulk dark chocolate almonds, cashews, or coffee beans with the specified UPC code are at risk. Those with milk allergies or severe allergies to dairy products are most concerned.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC code 7-19283-40301-8 on the product. The items are bulk dark chocolate almonds in 18 oz clear plastic clam-shells, sold in sets of 12 per case.

  • Brand
    Meijer
  • Product
    MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 3 products

All 3 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
    Domestic: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI Foreign: none VA/DOD: None
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
F-0369-2018MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case; UPC: 7-19283-40301-835,667 lbs.
F-0370-2018MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE CASHEWS 18 OZ Clear plastic clam-shell, 12 packages per case; UPC: 7-19283-40302-518,954 lbs.
F-0371-2018Dark chocolate covered coffee beans MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE COFFEE BEANS 18 OZ Clear plastic clam-shell, 12 packages per case; UPC: 7-19283-40313-110,787 lbs
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product UPC

    Look for the UPC code 7-19283-40301-8 on the product packaging.

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Questions people ask

Why is milk in these chocolate almonds?

The supplier's product was recalled for containing undeclared milk, which can cause allergic reactions.

Do I need to stop using these products?

No, but you should check if you have the recalled items and avoid them if you have milk allergies.

What should I do if I have these products?

Check the UPC code on the packaging to confirm if it's affected. If yes, contact Meijer for guidance.

Take action

Contact Meijer

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

Subject: Recall F-0369-2018 — Meijer MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case

Hello,

I own a MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case that is covered by recall F-0369-2018 from Meijer.

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-0369-2018 (October 28, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0369-2018 to see it in context.
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