CLASS I Food recall · Reported 8 Jun 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report

Buckeye Fudge recalled by Walnut Creek Chocolate Co

Walnut Creek Chocolate Co is recalling Buckeye Fudge, distributed in 29 states. The recall was initiated on 23 May 2022 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

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Lot, batch or date codesProduct Codes: FBUC01, FBUC02, FBUC03 Lot Codes: 1322, 1348, 1357, 2052, 2056, 2084, 2102, 2104, 2124, 2123, 2131, 2139, 1307, 1312, 22110

Quantity recalled724 total units

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number: F-1143-2022
FDA event ID: 90285
Recalling firm: Walnut Creek Chocolate Co, Walnut Creek, OH
Brand: Buckeye Fudge
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 23 May 2022
FDA classified: 2 Jun 2022
Reported: 8 Jun 2022
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Chocolate

Timeline

23 May 2022	Recall initiated by company
2 Jun 2022	Classified by FDA	+10 days
8 Jun 2022	Published in enforcement report	+6 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Potential Salmonella contamination

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

Buckeye Fudge packaged in 8oz tub, 5lb loaf, 4lb tray

Where it was distributed

AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV

Alabama Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Iowa Illinois Indiana Louisiana Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missouri North Carolina North Dakota New Mexico Nevada New York

Questions about this recall

Is Buckeye Fudge recalled?

Yes. Walnut Creek Chocolate Co recalled Buckeye Fudge on 23 May 2022. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1143-2022.

Why was it recalled?

Potential Salmonella contamination

Which lots are affected?

Product Codes: FBUC01, FBUC02, FBUC03 Lot Codes: 1322, 1348, 1357, 2052, 2056, 2084, 2102, 2104, 2124, 2123, 2131, 2139, 1307, 1312, 22110

Where was it sold?

AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class I mean?

Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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