Hammond’s Candies Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones - 9/9/24
Company Announcement Date:
September 05, 2024
FDA Publish Date:
September 06, 2024
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Allergens
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared Milk
Company Name:
Hammond’s Candies
Brand Name:
Hammond’s
Product Description:
Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones
Company Announcement
Hammond’s Candies of Denver, CO is recalling 4-ounce bags of Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones were distributed to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, Washington, D.C., through retail stores and mail order via https://www.hammondscandies.comExternal Link Disclaimer and https://www.amazon.comExternal Link Disclaimer.
The recalled Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones are packaged in a 4-ounce stand-up, resealable bag, with UPC -6 91355 90513 5. Hammond’s item number for this product is FC23212. The recalled product codes LN0525453 Use By: 03/20/2025 and LN0525453 Use By: 05/20/2025 can be found printed on the lower-center region of the back of the bag. See below photos for example.
One report of an allergic reaction has been reported in connection with this problem to date.
The recall was initiated after the firm received one consumer report of an allergic reaction experienced after consuming the product. As part of the firm’s ongoing investigation, the product was tested and found to contain more than trace amounts of milk proteins, which is not indicated on the packaging. The firm’s investigation into the cause is ongoing.
Consumers who have purchased Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Devon DeVries at Hammond’s Candies at 1-888-226-3999 or at 303-333-5588 x 180 Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm MST.
Company Contact Information
Consumers:
Devon DeVries (Hammond’s Candies)
1-888-226-3999 or at 303-333-5588 x 180
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* We believe that none of the product being recalled were processed or offered through the national office
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