CLASS I Food recall · Reported 2 Jul 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report

Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy recalled by Eillien's Candies

Eillien's Candies is recalling Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy, sold under the following brand and sizes: Eillien's, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 5 Jun 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesBest By date prior to 06-01-15
Quantity recalled78,584 lbs.

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-2051-2014
FDA event ID
68505
Recalling firm
Eillien's Candies, Green Bay, WI
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
5 Jun 2014
FDA classified
26 Jun 2014
Reported
2 Jul 2014
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Telephone
Reason category
Undeclared Milk
Product category
Candy

Timeline

5 Jun 2014Recall initiated by company
26 Jun 2014Classified by FDA+21 days
2 Jul 2014Published 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

Eillien's Candies is recalling Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy because it contains undeclared milk.

Product as listed by the FDA

Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy, sold under the following brand and sizes: 1. Eillien's in Net Wt. 6 oz (170g) UPC 34952-12994, 10 oz. (284g) UPC 34952-56927, 12 oz. (340g) UPC 34952-57307. 2. Blain's Farm & Fleet Net Wt. 14oz. (397g), UPC 34952-81171 3. Mae's Corner Market Net Wt. 14oz. (397g) UPC 34952-41075, 1 lb. 8 oz. (680g) UPC 34952-41098, and Premium Party Tray, Net Wt. 58.5 oz.(1687g) UPC 34952-41324. 5. Mrs. Kimball's Candy Shoppe, Net Wt 13 oz(369g) PCA3-13956. 6. Piggly Wiggly Net Wt. 10 oz. (284g) UPC 34952-58138, and 12 oz. (340g) 34952-57477

Where it was distributed

AL, CO, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, WI

AlabamaColoradoIowaIllinoisIndianaMichiganMinnesotaWisconsin

Questions about this recall

Is Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy, sold under the following brand and sizes: Eillien's recalled?

Yes. Eillien's Candies recalled Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy, sold under the following brand and sizes: Eillien's on 5 Jun 2014. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-2051-2014.

Why was it recalled?

Eillien's Candies is recalling Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy because it contains undeclared milk.

Which lots are affected?

Best By date prior to 06-01-15

Where was it sold?

AL, CO, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, WI

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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