Guittard recalls 72% cacao chocolate with date sugar wafers due to potential salmonella contamination. Affected items have specific lot codes and best by dates. Consumers should check labels and contact company for details.
Potential contamination with Salmonella
Guittard is recalling 72% cacao chocolate with date sugar wafers because they may contain salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness if consumed. The recall affects specific lot codes and best by dates listed on the product.
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If the chocolate contains this bacteria, eating it could lead to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. The risk is low but possible if the product is consumed.
People who purchased the Guittard 72% cacao chocolate with date sugar wafers with the listed lot codes and best by dates are affected. Those with the product in their homes or who have eaten it are at risk of foodborne illness.
Check the product label for the lot code and best by date listed in the recall. The product has a net weight of 25lb (11.3kg) and is made in the USA by Guittard Chocolate Company in Burlingame, CA.
Look for the lot code and best by date on the chocolate package to determine if it is affected.
The product may contain salmonella, which can cause food poisoning. If you have the affected lot codes, you should stop using it.
Check the product label for the lot code and best by date listed in the recall notice. The affected items have specific lot codes like 11775A, 12/27/2026, among others.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with Guittard Chocolate Company for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Guittard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall H-0861-2026 — Guittard Guittard Hello, I own a Guittard that is covered by recall H-0861-2026 from Guittard. 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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