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Undisclosed milk allergen prompts RECALL of chocolates sold in 8 states

By ramontomeydw // 2025-07-07

• Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils were voluntarily recalled due to undeclared milk allergens, posing a serious risk of allergic reactions. The product was sold in multiple states in 18.5-ounce tubs with specific UPC and lot codes.
• This recall follows similar incidents (e.g., pancake mix, waffle cones), highlighting ongoing gaps in allergen labeling enforcement despite FDA regulations requiring disclosure of major allergens like milk and eggs.
• Undisclosed allergens – especially milk – can cause severe reactions, from hives to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Experts note a 400 percent rise in U.S. anaphylaxis cases, with accidental ingestions leading to ER visits every three minutes.
• Suppliers attribute recalls to production breakdowns, while advocacy groups and lawmakers push for stricter measures like the Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act to improve oversight.
• No illnesses are reported yet, but the FDA advises refunds for affected products and urges reporting of adverse reactions, emphasizing the lifesaving importance of accurate labeling.

A popular chocolate product sold at Wegmans stores across multiple states has been recalled after the discovery of undeclared milk allergens, posing a potential risk of "serious or life-threatening" allergic reactions. Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands California, Inc. announced the voluntary recall of Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils on Monday, June 30. It followed reports that the product contained milk, an ingredient not listed on its packaging. The recall affects 18.5-ounce tubs distributed in Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and the District of Columbia. According to Newsweek, the affected products feature the Universal Product Code 0 77890 49787 6. Impacted lot codes are as follows:

• 55021 (Best by Dec. 28, 2025)
• 55031 (Best by Dec. 29, 2025)
• 55491 (Best by Feb. 13, 2026)
• 55501 (Best by Feb. 14, 2026)
• 56061 (Best by April 11, 2026)
• 56071 (Best by April 12, 2026)

The recall follows multiple similar incidents over the past year – including withdrawals of pancake mix and chocolate-covered waffle cones – underscoring gaps in food allergen labeling enforcement. Experts warn that such labeling oversights remain a persistent threat, particularly for children and individuals with severe allergies. (Related: Baked beans RECALLED over undeclared allergy-causing ingredient.)

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According to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act, manufacturers must disclose the presence of major allergens such as milk, eggs and peanuts. But ambiguities persist over acceptable contamination levels. Advocacy groups note that milk allergies, though often outgrown in childhood, can trigger severe reactions from hives to anaphylaxis – necessitating stringent oversight. Lawmakers are responding with legislative efforts, including the proposed Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act that would mandate allergy-awareness training for school food staff. Yet recalls like this one reveal systemic vulnerabilities, with suppliers citing "temporary breakdowns" in production. Allergist Dr. Sebastian Lighvani warned that accidental exposures are skyrocketing. He pointed out that U.S. anaphylaxis cases have rising by up to 400 percent in recent decades. "Every three minutes in the U.S., someone ends up in an emergency room because of an allergic reaction after accidental ingestion of food," said Lighvani, the director of New York Allergy & Asthma LLC. "So even when we try hard, these reactions are happening." While no illnesses have been tied to this recall, the Food and Drug Administration urges affected consumers to seek refunds and report adverse reactions. Ultimately, the recall serves as a reminder that transparency in food labeling remains both a legal and lifesaving imperative. Visit Products.news for more similar stories. Watch Veronica Donohue explaining how vaccines trigger peanut allergy in this clip. This video is from the Vaxxed channel on Brighteon.com.

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