Guittard Chocolate Company recalls 72% CACAO CHOCOLATE WITH DATE SUGAR WAFERS
Guittard Chocolate Company started this recall on May 5, 2026. The FDA classified it as Class I, the most serious category: there is a reasonable chance that eating the product could cause serious health problems or death. The reason given is salmonella. It was distributed in 1 state. This recall is no longer considered active, but recalled products can stay in pantries and freezers for months.
- Status
- Closed / older
- Recall started
- May 5, 2026
- Company
- Guittard Chocolate Company
- Classification
- Class I (serious health risk)
- Where sold
- Ohio
- Quantity
- 2,857 cases (25 lbs/case)
Reason for recall (official wording)
Potential contamination with Salmonella
Recalled product (official wording)
- 72% CACAO CHOCOLATE WITH DATE SUGAR WAFERS Ingredients: Cacao Beans, Organic Date Powder, Organic Cocoa Powder Net Wt 25lb (11.3kg) Made in the USA GUITTARD CHOCOLATE COMPANY Burlingame, CA 94010 Item: 0568C25 UPC: 00071818367654
Distribution
Domestic Distribution: OH. Foreign Distribution: N/A.
What to do
Compare the brand, size, lot code and dates on your package with the details above. If they match, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store. Contact a healthcare provider if you feel unwell. Step-by-step guide.
Source: FDA Enforcement Report (openFDA), event 98949.