CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Dec 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
HyVee Chocolate Caramel Clusters recalled by Palmer Candy
Palmer Candy is recalling HyVee Chocolate Caramel Clusters, distributed in Iowa. The recall was initiated on 8 Nov 2013 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-0731-2014
- FDA event ID
- 66812
- Recalling firm
- Palmer Candy, Sioux City, IA
- Brand
- HyVee
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 8 Nov 2013
- FDA classified
- 9 Dec 2013
- Reported
- 18 Dec 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Labeling Errors
- Product category
- Candy
Timeline
| 8 Nov 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Dec 2013 | Classified by FDA | +31 days |
| 18 Dec 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Chocolate caramel clusters containing peanuts were mislabeled as chocolate covered caramels, which do not contain peanuts.
Product as listed by the FDA
HyVee Chocolate Caramel Clusters, packaged in 9-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125153), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125150). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moines, IA.
Where it was distributed
Distribution was made to a distribution center in Iowa.
Stores named: Hy-Vee
Questions about this recall
Is HyVee Chocolate Caramel Clusters recalled?
Yes. Palmer Candy recalled HyVee Chocolate Caramel Clusters on 8 Nov 2013. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0731-2014.
Why was it recalled?
Chocolate caramel clusters containing peanuts were mislabeled as chocolate covered caramels, which do not contain peanuts.
Which lots are affected?
Sell by 04/07/14 F30202
Where was it sold?
Distribution was made to a distribution center in Iowa.
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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