Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC Recalls Almond Despair Chocolates Due to Labeling Error
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Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC is recalling 54 units of Almond Despair dark chocolate bars because almonds were omitted from the ingredient statement.
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This notice was issued by FDA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references MA, SC, CT. Its severity classification of "low" 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
Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC has initiated a voluntary recall of its "Almond Despair" dark chocolate bars. The recall was issued because almonds were not declared in the product's formal ingredient statement. While the presence of almonds is noted in the product description on the front label, their omission from the ingredient list constitutes a labeling violation. The FDA has classified this as a Class III recall.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 54 units of the following product distributed in Connecticut (CT), Massachusetts (MA), and South Carolina (SC):
- Product Name: Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers
- UPC: 09872615
- Recall Number: H-0484-2026
- Ingredients Listed: Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Palm Kernel Oil & Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil), Cocoa Powder, Soy Lecithin, Whey Powder (Milk), Salt, Coconut, Water Propylene Glycol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Macadamia nuts, and Carolina Reaper Powder.
- Allergen Statement: Contains Milk, Soy, and Tree Nuts. May contain traces of peanuts.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased Willy Pete's Almond Despair bars and have an allergy or sensitivity to almonds should be aware that almonds are present in the product despite being missing from the ingredient list. The firm, located at 25 Otto Dr, Harwinton, CT, has initiated notification through various channels including email, fax, letter, and telephone.
Why This Matters
Accurate ingredient labeling is a critical safety requirement for food manufacturers. This recall ensures that consumers with specific food allergies have access to complete and accurate information to avoid potential health risks.
Source
Information provided by the FDA.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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