CLASS I Food recall · Reported 25 Sep 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets recalled
G. Debbas Chocolatier is recalling Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets, distributed in Illinois. The recall was initiated on 19 Aug 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-1888-2013
- FDA event ID
- 66081
- Recalling firm
- G. Debbas Chocolatier, Fresno, CA
- Brand
- Professor Zim
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 19 Aug 2013
- FDA classified
- 17 Sep 2013
- Reported
- 25 Sep 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Product category
- Chocolate
Timeline
| 19 Aug 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Classified by FDA | +29 days |
| 25 Sep 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Two consumer complaints of allergic reactions for Zim Zam products packed in a picnic type lunch that declares it is vegan. G. Debbas Chocolatier does not claim that their product facility is vegan, as they do make product that contain milk.
Product as listed by the FDA
Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets; Dark Chocolate with Rice Crisps; All Natural, 55% Cocoa; Net Wt. 0.35 oz (9.9g) Go Picnic: Distributed by Go Picnic Brands, Chicago, IL 60613; Made in USA
Where it was distributed
One customer in Chicago, IL
Questions about this recall
Is Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets recalled?
Yes. G. Debbas Chocolatier recalled Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets on 19 Aug 2013. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1888-2013.
Why was it recalled?
Two consumer complaints of allergic reactions for Zim Zam products packed in a picnic type lunch that declares it is vegan. G. Debbas Chocolatier does not claim that their product facility is vegan, as they do make product that contain milk.
Which lots are affected?
UPC: 8 90026 00220 7 All codes.
Where was it sold?
One customer in Chicago, IL
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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All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets recalledProfessor Zim | G. Debbas Chocolatier | Other | IL |
| Food | CLASS I | Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets recalledProfessor Zim | G. Debbas Chocolatier | Other | IL |
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