Summary
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company, LLC has issued a
voluntary recall of its
1oz Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack pouches due to
undeclared almonds. The recall affects products distributed to
two retail locations in Southern California:
World Market and
Abraham & Sons, Inc.
The recall was initiated after an
internal quality control process identified that a
third-party co-manufacturer produced a batch containing
undeclared almonds. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date.
Consumers with
almond allergies are
urged not to consume the affected product and should
return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. The
FDA is aware of this recall.
The
full FDA recall notice is included below.
FDA Summary
Company Announcement Date: February 15, 2025
FDA Publish Date: February 15, 2025
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared almonds
Company Name: Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company, LLC
Brand Name: Mauna Loa
Product Description: Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias
Company Announcement
February 15, 2025, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company LLC of Kea’au, HI is voluntarily recalling one batch of its Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches, due to the presence of undeclared almonds which are an allergen. Consumers who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches were distributed to two retail locations in Southern California. The two retailers include World Market and Abraham & Sons, Inc.
The product is packaged in a 1 oz pouch, with UPC 0 72992 04260 3, marked with lot number K4351 and best by date 07 2026 on the back of the packaging.
No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date, in connection with this issue.
The recall was initiated after Mauna Loa’s internal quality control process identified that the affected batch, manufactured by a third-party co-manufacturer, contained undeclared almonds. Immediate action was taken to contain the affected product, notify the third-party co-manufacturer, alert consumers and distributors, and report the issue to the FDA.
Consumers who have purchased the affected Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches and have an almond allergy are urged not to consume the product and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumer Contact Information
Consumers with questions may contact
Customer Service at 1-888-255-5900.
This recall is being conducted
with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
For the official FDA recall notice, visit:
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FDA Recall Announcement
Company Contact Information
Consumers:
Customer Service
888-255-5998
Media:
Chris Rabago
808-842-7355
