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COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT

DSD Merchandisers, Inc. Voluntary Recalls Dark Chocolate Almond Products Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen

This recall has been completed and FDA has terminated this recall.

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Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Allergens
Food & Beverage Safety
Reason for Announcement:
Recall Reason Description
Undeclared Milk
Company Name:
DSD Merchandisers, Inc.
Brand Name:
Brand Name(s)
DSD Merchandisers, Inc.
Product Description:
Product Description
Dark Chocolate Almond Products

Company Announcement

In cooperation with the GKI Foods LLC recall of Dark Chocolate Almonds due to an undeclared milk allergen, DSD Merchandisers, Inc., Livermore, CA, is voluntarily recalling bulk Dark Chocolate Almonds and pre-packaged Dark Chocolate Almonds. All lot numbers are affected. This recall is an extension of the GKI Foods LLC recall announced on October 27, 2017.

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The products were sold at:

Safeway, Pak N’ Save and Vons stores in Northern California, Hawaii and Nevada.

Safeway and Albertsons stores in Oregon and Washington.

Nugget Stores, North State Grocery-Holiday / SavMor, Top’s Market, Murphy’s Markets, Andy’s Markets, NorCal Produce.

DSD Merchandisers, Inc. is voluntarily recalling the products with the following UPC’s and PLU numbers:

6-51433-66300-5 Dark Chocolate Almonds 11 oz. Pre-packed Plastic Cups
6-51433-10004-3
PLU 21881
Dark Chocolate Almonds – Bulk Bins (PLU 21881 at Albertsons/Safeway/Vons/Pak N’ Save).
6-51433-10004-3 PLU 6630 Dark Chocolate Almonds – Bulk Bins (PLU 6630 at Nugget Markets).

There have been no illnesses reported to date.

Consumers who have purchased this product should discontinue use immediately and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions regarding this recall should contact DSD Merchandisers, Inc. at (925) 449-2044, Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, PST. Consumers with questions or concerns about their health should contact their physician.


Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Shashi Kotecha
shashi@dsdmerchandisers.com
(925) 449-2044

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