Recall Radar

Wismettac Asian Foods recalls CHOCOLATE ALMOND CHOCOLATE MEIJI and 6 more: allergen risk

June 19, 2019 · Wismettac Asian Foods Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallSome chocolate products imported from Japan do not have the English label for Nutrition facts, ingredients or allergens, which include milk, soy, egg, tree nuts.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Wismettac Asian Foods
Location
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Reported by FDA
June 19, 2019
Recall started
May 16, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Candy and chocolate
Reason type
Undeclared allergensLabeling and quality

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • CHOCOLATE ALMOND CHOCOLATE MEIJI, 3.1 oz. Item number 64344 UPC 074410643447 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 142 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 8 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777004532)
  • CHOCOLATE CHOCO BABY (S) MEIJI, 1.19 oz. Item number 70582 UPC 074410705824 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 61 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 12 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(45173653)
  • CHOCOLATE KINOKO NO YAMA MEIJI, 2.61 oz. Item number 65879 UPC 074410658793 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 40 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 8 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777008592
  • CHOCOLATE TAKENOKO NO SATO MEIJI (Chocolate wheat snack, 2.46 oz. Item number 65880 UPC 074410658809 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 94 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 8 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777111650)
  • CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA MEIJI, 2.25 oz. Item number 69920 UPC 074410699208 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 103 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 8 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777006284)
  • CHOCOLATE BLACK CHOCOLATE MEIJI, 1.75 oz. Item number 69341 UPC 074410693411 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 50 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 12 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777090603)
  • CHOCOLATE MILK CHOCOLATE MEIJI, 1.75 oz. Item number 70378 UPC 074410703783 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
    Quantity: 90 cases (10 individual items in inner carton) x 12 / master case
    Codes: Bars with Japanese Bar code of JAN(4902777015927)

Where it was distributed

AZ, CA, CO, NV, TX, UT and one customer in Mexico

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Wismettac Asian Foods recalled 7 products, including CHOCOLATE ALMOND CHOCOLATE MEIJI, 3.1 oz. Item number 64344 UPC 074410643447 - only on those bars with English labeling. Distributed by….

Why was it recalled?

Some chocolate products imported from Japan do not have the English label for Nutrition facts, ingredients or allergens, which include milk, soy, egg, tree nuts.

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

AZ, CA, CO, NV, TX, UT and one customer in Mexico

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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