Hershey's Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate Recall

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Hershey Canada Inc. is recalling Hershey's Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate due to undeclared almonds, which may cause serious allergic reactions.

What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Health Canada on August 9, 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.

Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.

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What Happened

Hershey's brand Kisses - Creamy Milk Chocolate is being recalled from the marketplace because the products may contain almonds which are not declared on the label.

Which Products Are Affected

  • Hershey's Kisses - Creamy Milk Chocolate, 104 g, UPC 0 56600 62076 6, codes 51GXPB160F; 51GXPB160G; 51GXPB161L; 51GXPB260F; 51GXPB260G; 51GXPB357G; 51GXPB360G; 51GXPB361L; 51HXPB161L; 51HXPB261L, Best Before 2027 JN 01
  • Hershey's Kisses - Creamy Milk Chocolate, 200 g, UPC 0 56600 20203 0, codes 51GXPT158M; 51GXPT162D; 51GXPT258M; 51GXPT262C; 51GXPT262D; 51GXPT358K; 51GXPT358M; 51GXPT358N; 51GXPT362C; 51GXPT362D; 51GXPV157B; 51HXPT162D; 51HXPV157B; 51HXPY157B, Best Before 2027 JN 01

The recalling firm is Hershey Canada Inc.

What You Should Do

Check to see if you have recalled products. Do not consume recalled products to which you are allergic or sensitive as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. Do not serve, use, sell or distribute recalled products. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased.

Why This Matters

Undeclared almonds pose a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions, with one reported reaction associated with these products.

Source

Health Canada

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about?
Hershey Canada Inc. is recalling Hershey's Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate due to undeclared almonds, which may cause serious allergic reactions.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Product & Food Recalls updates?
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