Manischewitz is recalling Manischewitz Dark Chocolate Coins, due to some coins being labeled “dark chocolate” but containing gold foil coins with a blue netting, which are dairy.
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.
The Manischewitz Dark Chocolate Coins were distributed to stores nationwide, predominately located in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut regions, during the
weeks of September 26th, 2023 through November 28th, 2023.
This recall was initiated after the company was notified by their Quantity Control Department that a limited number of bags labeled as “Dark Chocolate Coins” contained
Milk Chocolate Coins, which contains milk allergen that is not declared on the label. All dairy Milk Chocolate Coins are wrapped in Gold Foil within a Blue Netting and all nondairy Dark Chocolate Coins are wrapped in Silver Foil within a Red Netting.
Stores and Consumers can easily decipher if the product in question is labeled
incorrectly, as indicated in the images below.
The company has received no reports of illness or injury to date. Consumers who may have purchased this product are advised to inspect their product if gold foil coins are in the dark chocolate bags and discontinue use immediately. Consumers may return the product for credit or refund. If a consumer experiences an allergic reaction they are urged to
report to a medical provider.
Consumers who have questions may contact Manischewitz at Customercare@kayco.com or by phone at 718-369-4600 Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5PM Eastern Time.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.