Kirkland Signature Traditional Madeleines Recall
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Costco Wholesale Corporation is recalling 92 units of Kirkland Signature Traditional Madeleines due to undeclared hazelnut and soy lecithin, which may pose a risk to consumers with allergies.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on May 7, 2026 and geographically references United States. 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 - FDA 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
Costco Wholesale Corporation is recalling its Kirkland Signature Traditional Madeleines because the product contains undeclared hazelnut and soy lecithin, which were not listed on the label.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is Kirkland Signature Traditional Madeleines 12 Count/net wt. 18oz., Item #2000012, UPC 000020000127. The product is packed in a plastic clamshell container with 9 pieces of Filled Heart Madeleines. A total of 92 units are involved, with pack dates from 3/30/26 to 4/6/26 and sell by dates from 04/2/26 to 4/9/26. These products were distributed in CA, CO, FL, IL, MT, VA, WA, WI, and Puerto Rico.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased the affected product should contact Costco Wholesale Corporation for instructions on returns or refunds. The recalling firm can be reached at their address: 999 Lake Dr, Issaquah, WA 98027-8990, as they initiated the recall voluntarily.
Why This Matters
This recall is significant because undeclared allergens like hazelnut can cause serious allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, and it is classified as Class I by the FDA, indicating a high risk of adverse health consequences.
Source
This information is from the FDA recall number H-0682-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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