CLASS II Food recall · Reported 22 Nov 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds recalled by Meijer Distribution
Meijer Distribution is recalling Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 28 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-0369-2018
- FDA event ID
- 78408
- Recalling firm
- Meijer Distribution, Grand Rapids, MI
- Brand
- Meijer Bulk
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Oct 2017
- FDA classified
- 21 Nov 2017
- Reported
- 22 Nov 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Undeclared Milk
- Product category
- Chocolate
Timeline
| 28 Oct 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Nov 2017 | Classified by FDA | +24 days |
| 22 Nov 2017 | Published in enforcement report | +1 day |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Meijer initiated a voluntary recall of Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds, Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Cashews, and Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Coffee Beans due to a supplier's recall for undeclared allergen milk.
Product as listed by the FDA
MEIJER BULK DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS 18 OZ, Clear plastic clam-shell,12 packages per case
Where it was distributed
Domestic: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI Foreign: none VA/DOD: None
IllinoisIndianaKentuckyMichiganOhioVirginiaWisconsin
Stores named: Meijer
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Meijer initiated a voluntary recall of Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds, Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Cashews, and Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Coffee Beans due to a supplier's recall for undeclared allergen milk.
Which lots are affected?
UPC: 7-19283-40301-8
Where was it sold?
Domestic: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI Foreign: none VA/DOD: None
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
2 other products · FDA event 78408| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Dark chocolate covered coffee beans Meijer Bulk Dark recalled | Meijer Distribution | Undeclared Milk | 7 states | |
| CLASS II | Meijer Bulk Dark Chocolate Cashews recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer Bulk | Meijer Distribution | Undeclared Milk | 7 states |
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