The Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) has elevated its recall of certain chocolate- and yogurt-covered products from Cal Yee Farm to the highest risk level as of February 2, 2025. This action follows concerns about serious health risks for individuals with allergies to specific ingredients, including almonds, milk, sesame, soy, wheat, and the synthetic dye FD&C No. 6.
- FDA upgraded recall severity for Cal Yee Farm products
- Potentially serious allergies from mislabeled items
- Affected products include chocolate and yogurt snacks
- Recall initiated after FDA inspection findings
- Customers advised to discard or return products
- No reported illnesses linked to the recall
Cal Yee Farm, based in Suisun Valley, California, initiated the recall on December 12, 2024, due to mislabeling issues that left out critical allergen information. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recalled products.
The F.D.A. announced that the recall now falls under Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that exposure to the products could lead to serious health consequences or death. The recall was prompted by an inspection of Cal Yee Farm’s manufacturing facility, which revealed that several products contained allergens not listed on their packaging.
The specific products affected by this recall include various chocolate-covered items such as dark chocolate almonds, dark chocolate apricots, dark chocolate raisins, and dark chocolate walnuts. Additionally, some packages of New Orleans hot mix, Cajun sesame hot sticks, tropical trail mix, and yogurt-coated almonds are included. These items were sold under the Cal Yee’s or Cal Yee Farm brands at retail locations in Suisun Valley and Placerville, California, and through online orders to several states.
- Recall initiated on December 12, 2024.
- Products may contain undeclared allergens.
- No reported illnesses linked to the recall.
Cal Yee Farm has advised customers who purchased the affected products to refrain from consuming them and to either dispose of them or return them for a full refund. The company has stated that the labeling issue has been resolved. The F.D.A. maintains that such reclassifications are standard procedure in the recall process.
This recall underscores the importance of accurate labeling to protect consumers with food allergies. As the situation develops, it remains crucial for affected individuals to stay informed about product safety and recall announcements.
