Spring & Mulberry Mixed Berry Date-Sweetened Chocolate Recall
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Spring & Mulberry Inc. recalls 66,779 bars of Mixed Berry Date-Sweetened Chocolate due to potential Salmonella contamination.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 4, 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
Spring & Mulberry Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of certain batches of its Mixed Berry Date-Sweetened Chocolate due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall is classified as Class I by the FDA.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is Spring & Mulberry Mixed Berry Date-Sweetened Chocolate, Net Wt. 2.1 oz. (60g), UPC 850055470026. Wholesale product is packed 48 bars (caddied)/56 bars (uncaddied) per case. Retail product is sold individually or as a 3-pk, 6-pk, or 12-pk (Amazon only). A total of 66,779 individual bars are affected. Affected batches include: SMBARMB20001 Batch/Lot 025220 (Use By 08/31/2026), 025223 (Use By 08/31/2026), 025247 (Use By 09/30/2026), 025248 (Use By 09/30/2026), 025251 (Use By 09/30/2026), 025253 (Use By 09/30/2026), 025275 (Use By 10/31/2026), 025281 (Use By 10/31/2026), 025288 (Use By 10/31/2026), 025296 (Use By 10/31/2026), 025335 (Use By 12/31/2026), 025337 (Use By 12/31/2026), 026008 (Use By 01/31/2027). The product was distributed nationwide.
What You Should Do
Consumers should check the batch/lot numbers and use-by dates on purchased products and not consume any affected items.
Why This Matters
This Class I recall involves a potential Salmonella contamination that could pose a serious health risk if consumed.
Source
FDA recall number H-1097-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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