CLASS II Food recall · Reported 29 Nov 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report

Dark Chocolate Powerberry recalled by GKI Foods

GKI Foods is recalling Dark Chocolate Powerberry, distributed in 21 states. The recall was initiated on 27 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codesAll products manufactured between 01/14/16 to 10/24/17, Lots: Lot# 048 Lot# 049 Lot# 26917 Lot# 29417 Lot# 10/15/2017P1 Lot# 10/15/2017P1 Lot# 10/16/2017P1 Lot# 03/13/2018P1 Lot# 03/19/2018P1 Lot# 10/15/2017P1

Quantity recalled628 cases

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-0327-2018
FDA event ID: 78405
Recalling firm: GKI Foods, Brighton, MI
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 27 Oct 2017
FDA classified: 17 Nov 2017
Reported: 29 Nov 2017
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Press Release
Reason category: Undeclared Milk
Product category: Chocolate

Timeline

27 Oct 2017	Recall initiated by company
17 Nov 2017	Classified by FDA	+21 days
29 Nov 2017	Published in enforcement report	+12 days

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

Reason for recall

GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

Product as listed by the FDA

Dark Chocolate Powerberry, 12/8 oz., 25 lbs.

Where it was distributed

Domestic: MI, IN, IL, FL, TX, CA., NV, OR, NH, NY, NJ, VA, WI, KY, DE, PA, CT, PR, OH, RI, IA,

California Connecticut Delaware Florida Iowa Illinois Indiana Kentucky Michigan New Hampshire New Jersey Nevada New York Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island Texas Virginia

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

Which lots are affected?

All products manufactured between 01/14/16 to 10/24/17, Lots: Lot# 048 Lot# 049 Lot# 26917 Lot# 29417 Lot# 10/15/2017P1 Lot# 10/15/2017P1 Lot# 10/16/2017P1 Lot# 03/13/2018P1 Lot# 03/19/2018P1 Lot# 10/15/2017P1

Where was it sold?

Domestic: MI, IN, IL, FL, TX, CA., NV, OR, NH, NY, NJ, VA, WI, KY, DE, PA, CT, PR, OH, RI, IA,

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 II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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

20 other products · FDA event 78405

This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Dark Chocolate Almond Bark recalled by GKI Foods.

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Almond Bark recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Pretzel Nibs recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Coffee Beans, 12 pch Display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Pecans recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Almond, 18 pc recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Blueberries, 8 pc. display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Turbinado Sea Salt Almonds recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Ginger recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Pineapple, 8/, 8 pc/display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Banana Chips, 8 pc. display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Coconut Almonds recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Cranberry, 8 pc. display, 2 NDS recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Raisins recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Pretzel Balls recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Coconut Bites recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Strawberries, 8 pc. display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Peanuts recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Cashews recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Ginger Snap Cookies recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Cherries , 8 pc. display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states

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29 Nov 2017Food	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Peanuts recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states
29 Nov 2017Food	CLASS II	Dark Chocolate Strawberries, 8 pc. display recalled by GKI Foods	GKI Foods	Undeclared Milk	21 states

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