Chocolate recalls

FDA food recall list

Chocolate products are most often recalled for undeclared milk, peanuts, or tree nuts, which is dangerous for people with food allergies.

FDA data updated Sep 30, 2026Last synced Oct 8, 2026

Reports mentioning it: 2,205
Class I (serious): 914
Class II: 1,183
Class III: 108

Key facts: chocolate recalls

The FDA has published 2,205 food enforcement reports mentioning chocolate since 2012, as of October 8, 2026.
914 of them were Class I, the most serious category, where a product could cause serious health problems or death.
The most recent was reported on Sep 2, 2026: ERIDANOUS GREEK STYLE Shortbread Cookies with Chocolate Truffle Coating & Apricot Filling (Lidl US TRADING), Class II.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 150 chocolate recalls

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Showing the 150 most recent recalls of chocolate products. 2,205 FDA reports mention chocolate in total, including as an ingredient in other products. Use the search on the homepage to look up a specific brand or lot number.

Questions about chocolate recalls

Is there a chocolate recall right now?

Yes. As of October 8, 2026, the FDA has reported 9 chocolate recalls in the last 90 days. The most recent is “ERIDANOUS GREEK STYLE Shortbread Cookies with Chocolate Truffle Coating & Apricot Filling” from Lidl US TRADING (Class II), reported Sep 2, 2026. Check the list on this page for affected brands and lot codes.

What should I do with a recalled chocolate product?

If you have recalled chocolate, don't eat it. Compare the brand, size, and lot or UPC code with the recall; if it matches, throw it away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean surfaces it touched. If you feel sick, contact your doctor. In an emergency, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

How do I know if my chocolate product is part of the recall?

Open the recall in the list on this page and compare the brand, product size, lot or UPC code, and best-by or expiration date with your package. A match on the product name alone doesn't mean your item is affected. You can also search by lot number on the FindMyRecall homepage.