Compliments Organic Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt Recalled Due to Undeclared Almond
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Galerie au Chocolat Inc is recalling Compliments Organic brand Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt because it contains almond, an allergen not declared on the product label.
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This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Galerie au Chocolat Inc has issued a recall for Compliments Organic brand Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt. The recall was initiated because the product contains almond, which is not declared on the ingredient label. This poses a potential health risk for individuals with almond allergies.
Which Products Are Affected
The following product is subject to this recall:
- Brand: Compliments Organic
- Product: Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt
- Size: 100 g
- UPC: 0 55742 51254 0
- Code: 2026OC07
- Lot Number: 5280
What You Should Do
Consumers are advised to check if they have the affected product in their homes. If you have an allergy to almonds, do not consume the recalled chocolate. The product should be disposed of or returned to the point of purchase.
Why This Matters
Undeclared allergens can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Ensuring labels accurately reflect all ingredients is critical for consumer safety.
Source
For more information, visit the official recall notice on the Health Canada website.
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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