RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0418-2018/FDA enforcement

Dark Chocolate Peanuts, 16 OZ

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Detroit City Nut LLC, initiated a voluntary recall of Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Raisins, and Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to a supplier's recall for undeclared…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Tree nuts such as almonds or walnuts were not declared, posing a risk to people with tree-nut allergy.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAMIMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameDetroit City Nut, LLC
Recalling firmDetroit City Nut, LLCClinton Township, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 19962 00359 2
Lot / date codes
  • UPC Codes: Dark Chocolate Peanuts 019962003592 and Lot# 20316
Distribution area
MI

Domestic only: MI

United States

Quantity affected29 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: December 13, 2017
FDA recall numberF-0418-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Detroit City Nut, LLC initiated this food recall on November 8, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Detroit City Nut LLC, initiated a voluntary recall of Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Raisins, and Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to a supplier's recall for undeclared allergen milk. The FDA report lists distribution as: Domestic only: MI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Detroit City Nut LLC, initiated a voluntary recall of Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Raisins, and Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to a supplier's recall for undeclared allergen milk.

Dark Chocolate Peanuts, 16 OZ was made or distributed by Detroit City Nut, LLC in Clinton Township, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0418-2018, dated December 13, 2017.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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 UPC and lot code 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 tree nuts

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut 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 tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut 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 Dark Chocolate Peanuts, 16 OZ recall?

Detroit City Nut, LLC recalled Dark Chocolate Peanuts, 16 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0418-2018. Detroit City Nut LLC, initiated a voluntary recall of Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Raisins, and Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to a supplier's recall for undeclared…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared tree nuts exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared tree nuts symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared tree nuts?

People with a diagnosed tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut 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 Detroit City Nut, LLC?

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-0418-2018 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Detroit City Nut, LLC 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-0418-2018. 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.