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Posted by GoingNuts
 - August 06, 2021, 06:11:18 AM

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT

DSD Merchandisers, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Dark Chocolate Malt Balls 9oz Tub

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Company Announcement Date:
August 04, 2021
FDA Publish Date:
August 04, 2021
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Undeclared peanuts
Company Name:
DSD Merchandisers, Inc.
Brand Name:
DSD Merchandisers
Product Description:
Dark Chocolate Malt Balls
Company Announcement
DSD Merchandisers, Inc. of Livermore, CA is recalling 252 individual 9 oz. Deli tubs of Dark Chocolate Malt Balls because it may contain undeclared Peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Dark Chocolate Malt Balls 9oz. was distributed in Northern and Central California and Hawaii through purchases at grocery stores.

Dark Chocolate Malt Balls 9oz. is sold in plastic deli style tubs. Label states Distributed by DSD Merchandisers, Inc. UPC 651433701790 with a "Best Before" date of 3/1/2022. This is the only date code in question.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Peanuts (peanut Butter) was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Peanut. The problem was discovered when one customer reported purchasing Dark Chocolate Malt Balls found Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Malt Balls inside. Investigation is ongoing as to how the incident occurred.

Consumers who have purchased Dark Chocolate Malt Balls are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-925-449-2044.

Company Contact Information
Consumers:
1-925-449-2044