Hu Products Conducts Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Single Lot of 4 oz. Chocolate Covered Hunks - Sour Goldenberries Product Due to Undeclared Almonds
Hu Products has announced a nationwide voluntary recall of its Chocolate Covered Hunks - Sour Goldenberries product due to undeclared almonds, posing a serious risk to individuals with almond allergies. The recall affects only the 4 oz. bag with UPC 850180006510, lot code 202891, and a best by date of 08/2021. No other products are impacted, and no adverse reactions have been reported. Consumers should discard the product and contact the company for assistance. This recall is conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. FDA.
- No adverse reactions reported, indicating thorough safety measures.
- Recall due to undeclared allergens could harm brand reputation.
- Potentially significant costs related to the recall process.
NEW YORK, March 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hu Products announced today a nationwide voluntary recall in the United States of a single production lot of the Hu Chocolate Covered Hunks - Sour Goldenberries Product (4 oz. bag) because some packages may contain undeclared almonds that were inadvertently added to the product during manufacturing. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
This recall is limited solely to the Hu Chocolate Covered Hunks - Sour Goldenberries Product (4 oz. bag), which was sold in retail stores and online in the United States. No other Hu products are affected, and this recall does not affect products in countries other than the United States.
The product being recalled is the following:
| Product Description | Item UPC | Best By Date (found on top right of back label) | Lot Code |
| Hu Chocolate Covered Hunks - Sour Goldenberries Product, 4 oz. bag | 850180006510 | 08/2021 | 202891 |
A picture of the consumer package is shown above.
We became aware of this issue as a result of a consumer contact. No reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product have been reported to the Company to date.
Consumers who have this product should not eat it and should discard any product they may have. Consumers should contact the company at 888-389-2224, Consumer Relations specialists are available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central. This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
| Contact: | Sal Brophy |
| +1-917-362-3272 | |
| Sally.Brophy@hukitchen.com |
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