CLASS I Food recall · Reported 7 Nov 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections
Xan Confections is recalling Chocolate, confections, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 1 Oct 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
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-0575-2013
- FDA event ID
- 63360
- Recalling firm
- Xan Confections, Irvine, CA
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 1 Oct 2012
- FDA classified
- 31 Oct 2012
- Reported
- 7 Nov 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- FAX
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Milk
Timeline
| 1 Oct 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 31 Oct 2012 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 7 Nov 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The firm voluntarily recalled 13 of its gourmet peanut butter chocolate products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, upon learning that Sunland, Inc., the peanut butter supplier used in the production of Xan Confections, has recalled its entire peanut butter product from May 1, 2012 throught September 24, 2012.
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
Chocolate, confections. Bulk Milk BigMouth, item number 233. 8 piece per case.
Where it was distributed
The recall affected Xan Confections products distributed through 98 stores in California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Texas, Alabama, Louisiana and Nova Scotia (Canada), as well as through online distribution.
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The firm voluntarily recalled 13 of its gourmet peanut butter chocolate products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, upon learning that Sunland, Inc., the peanut butter supplier used in the production of Xan Confections, has recalled its entire peanut butter product from May 1, 2012 throught September 24, 2012.
Which lots are affected?
UPC 8-95784-00233-9 Best By Date(s): Nov. 10, 2012; Dec. 14, 2012; Jan. 4, 2013
Where was it sold?
The recall affected Xan Confections products distributed through 98 stores in California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Texas, Alabama, Louisiana and Nova Scotia (Canada), as well as through online distribution.
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
10 other products · FDA event 63360This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections.
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All 11| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections | Xan Confections | Salmonella | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections | Xan Confections | Salmonella | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections | Xan Confections | Salmonella | 8 states |
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| Food | CLASS I | Chocolate, confections recalled by Xan Confections | Xan Confections | Salmonella | 8 states |
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