RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-1165-2019/FDA enforcement

Recchiuti Key Lime Apples

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    FDA sampling found high levels of Milk Protein in one lot of Dark Chocolate Covered Key Lime Apples.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAINMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameConfections by Michael Recchiuti
Recalling firmConfections by Michael RecchiutiSan Francisco, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • 00919000
Distribution area
IN

One customer in Japan

United States, Japan

Quantity affected200 boxes
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 20, 2019
FDA recall numberF-1165-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Confections by Michael Recchiuti initiated this food recall on March 1, 2019. The FDA enforcement report states: FDA sampling found high levels of Milk Protein in one lot of Dark Chocolate Covered Key Lime Apples. The FDA report lists distribution as: One customer in Japan.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: FDA sampling found high levels of Milk Protein in one lot of Dark Chocolate Covered Key Lime Apples.

Recchiuti Key Lime Apples was made or distributed by Confections by Michael Recchiuti in San Francisco, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1165-2019, dated March 20, 2019.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Recchiuti Key Lime Apples recall?

Confections by Michael Recchiuti recalled Recchiuti Key Lime Apples in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1165-2019. FDA sampling found high levels of Milk Protein in one lot of Dark Chocolate Covered Key Lime Apples.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared milk exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared milk symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared milk?

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Confections by Michael Recchiuti?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1165-2019 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Confections by Michael Recchiuti recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1165-2019. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.