CLASS I Food recall · Reported 29 Jun 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
white and dark chocolate cashew clusters recalled by The Caramel Factory
The Caramel Factory is recalling white and dark chocolate cashew clusters, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 18 May 2016 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-1535-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74205
- Recalling firm
- The Caramel Factory, Batesville, MS
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 18 May 2016
- FDA classified
- 17 Jun 2016
- Reported
- 29 Jun 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Undeclared Milk
- Product category
- Chocolate
Timeline
| 18 May 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Jun 2016 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 29 Jun 2016 | 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
Candy, baked goods, and Caramel icing contain undeclared allergens. Undeclared milk and soy (soybean oil and/or soy lecithin)
Product as listed by the FDA
white and dark chocolate cashew clusters
Where it was distributed
Batesville, MS for retail products; LA, MS, TN, AL, GA, KY, AR for caramel icing.
Questions about this recall
Is white and dark chocolate cashew clusters recalled?
Yes. The Caramel Factory recalled white and dark chocolate cashew clusters on 18 May 2016. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1535-2016.
Why was it recalled?
Candy, baked goods, and Caramel icing contain undeclared allergens. Undeclared milk and soy (soybean oil and/or soy lecithin)
Which lots are affected?
None
Where was it sold?
Batesville, MS for retail products; LA, MS, TN, AL, GA, KY, AR for caramel icing.
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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