More Than 4 Million Pounds of Chocolate Have Been Recalled Due to Salmonella

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Check the labels of your latest chocolate and sweet treats from the grocery store, because there’s a chance they might be under recall due to another potential salmonella contamination. The U.S. Food and Drugs Administration initiated a recall on May 3 of 4,383,201 pounds of chocolate and confectionary products from Clasen Quality Chocolate in Madison, Wisconsin. While these products aren’t found nationwide, they are sold in states including California, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah and Washington.

While there is a chance for an outbreak, these items are recalled just to be safe. Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can lead to foodborne illness, which is also known as food poisoning. If you or someone you know has consumed one of these products and experiences the common symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, chills, headache, nausea, and vomiting within 72 hours, then you might have been affected. Symptoms will last about four to seven days, but if it’s longer, it’s wise to seek medical attention.

The particular products vary from chocolates bars to snacks and other dessert-making goods. Check the following list to see if an item you have has been recalled, and be sure to check the item number and the code information. If it matches any of these, experts advise to throw them away immediately or return them to their place of purchase for a refund.

Milk Chocolate Crunch Bulk OTBD, Item # 56546

4M Caramel Flavored Confectionery Drop, Item # 61661 (R&D Sample)

Milk Chocolate Flavored Confectionery Coating Bulk (MB), Item # 60692

Milk Chocolate Wafer, Item # 51407 (R&D Sample)

1057556 Milk Chocolate Flavored IC Coating, Item # 56546. Bulk tanker

White Chocolate Wafer, Item # 59152. Net Wt. 50 lbs (22.68kg)

NGMO White Confectionery Wafer, Item # 60975. Net Wt. 25 lbs (11.34kg)

1085343 10M Milk Chocolate Flavored Confectionery Drop (MB), Item #: 56074. Net Wt. 25lbs (11.34kg)

Snow White Chocolate, Item #: 60949. Bulk tanker

Milk Chocolate Flavored Confectionery Coating (MB), Item #: 58710. Bulk tanker

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