RECALL UPDATE: Dessert Recall for 39 States Over Allergic Reaction Risk
According to News Week, A brand of chocolate-filled waffle cones has been recalled following the discovery of undeclared allergens, according to a recent advisory issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday.
Hammond’s Candies Issues Recall for Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones
Colorado-based company Hammond’s Candies initiated a recall early last month for its “Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones.” The recall was prompted after the company found that the product “may contain undeclared milk,” a serious concern for individuals with milk allergies.
Distribution Across 39 States
The 4-ounce bags of the recalled product were distributed both in retail stores and through online orders across 39 states, as well as Washington, D.C. The affected states include:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Montana
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- Nevada
- New York
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Vermont
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Serious Health Risks for People with Milk Allergies
The FDA issued a strong warning in its recall notice, emphasizing that “people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.”
Recalled Product Information
The recalled product is the 4-ounce bags of Hammond’s “Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones” with the following identifiers:
- UPC: 6 91355 90513 5
- Hammond’s Item Number: FC23212
- Product Codes: LN0525453 and LN0525454
- Use By Dates: 03/20/2025 and 05/20/2025
Report of Allergic Reaction Prompts Investigation
According to the FDA, there has been one reported allergic reaction associated with the mislabeled waffle cones. The recall was initiated after a consumer reported the reaction following consumption of the product. The company’s subsequent investigation revealed the presence of more than trace amounts of milk proteins, which were not listed on the product packaging.
Ongoing Investigation
Hammond’s Candies is continuing its investigation to determine the cause of the issue. “The firm’s investigation into the cause is ongoing,” the FDA stated in its recall announcement.