CLASS I Food recall · Reported 1 Mar 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Peppermint Bark recalled by Hy-Vee Stores
Hy-Vee Stores is recalling Peppermint Bark, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 12 Jan 2017 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-1491-2017
- FDA event ID
- 76247
- Recalling firm
- Hy-Vee Stores, West Des Moines, IA
- Brand
- Peppermint Bark
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 12 Jan 2017
- FDA classified
- 17 Feb 2017
- Reported
- 1 Mar 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Other
Timeline
| 12 Jan 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Feb 2017 | Classified by FDA | +36 days |
| 1 Mar 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
Product contains an ingredient that was recalled by a supplier because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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
Peppermint Bark packaged in 4oz. (UPC 026133800000),12 oz. (UPC 026133700000) plastic tray containers, and 9 oz. tubs (UPC 026267900000) for retail sale, labeled with Hy-Vee scale ticket. The product was labeled HyVee West Des Moines, IA.
Where it was distributed
Recalle products were distributed only to Hy-Vee retail stores in the following states: KS, IA, IL, MN, MO, NE, SD, and WI.
IowaIllinoisKansasMinnesotaMissouriNebraskaSouth DakotaWisconsin
Stores named: Hy-Vee
Questions about this recall
Is Peppermint Bark recalled?
Yes. Hy-Vee Stores recalled Peppermint Bark on 12 Jan 2017. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1491-2017.
Why was it recalled?
Product contains an ingredient that was recalled by a supplier because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Sell by date range: January 26 - February 23, 2017.
Where was it sold?
Recalle products were distributed only to Hy-Vee retail stores in the following states: KS, IA, IL, MN, MO, NE, SD, and 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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