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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0318-2018/FDA enforcement
Gki Foods, LLC·Food·Oct 27, 2017

Dark Chocolate Cherries, 25 Lbs., 15 Lbs., 8 Pc

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • 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 FDAMI, IN, IL, FL +17 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameGki Foods, LLC
Recalling firmGki Foods, LLCBrighton, MI, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Retail Dark Chocolate Cherries manufactured between 01/14/16 to 10/24/17
  • and Bulk Dark Chocolate Cherries manufactured between 01/14/16 to 09/05/2017. Lots: DCH Cherries: Lot# 11/16/2017P1 Lot# 11/16/2017P1 Lot# 02/21/2018P1 Lot# 02/21/2018P1 Lot# 02/21/2018P1 Lot# 05/27/2018P1 Lot# 11/28/2016P1 Lot# 11/28/2016P1 Lot# 12/04/2016P1 Lot# 03/05/2017P1 Lot# 03/12/2017P1 Lot# 04/16/2017P1 Lot# 04/17/2017P1 Lot# 04/17/2017P1 Lot# 05/14/2017P1 Lot# 07/25/2017P1 Lot# 10/10/2017P1 Lot# 11/01/2017P1 Lot# 12/12/2017P1 Lot# 03/28/2018P1 Lot# 04/04/2018P1 Lot# 07/02/2018P1 Lot# 086 Lot# 272 Lot# 273 Lot# 409 Lot# 416 Lot# 461 Lot# 462 Lot# 468 Lot# 485 Lot# 496 Lot# 512 Lot# 513 Lot# 02516 Lot# 02516 Lot# 07516 Lot# 07516 Lot# 11816 Lot# 11816 Lot# 11816 Lot# 12416 Lot# 16716 Lot# 16716 Lot# 18816 Lot# 21616 Lot# 25316B Lot# 25316B Lot# 25316 Lot# 27816 Lot# 30816 Lot# 30816 Lot# 31416 Lot# 33416 Lot# 34316 Lot# 02317 Lot# 02517 Lot# 07217 Lot# 07217 Lot# 08617 Lot# 10817 Lot# 15617 Lot# 18817 Lot# 15917 Lot# 20817 Lot# 25217 Lot# 26817 Lot# 25316B Lot# 15617 Lot# 17417 Lot# 27917 Lot# 29416 Lot# 04717 DCH Tart Cherry Lots: Lot# 032916 Lot# 060316 Lot# 060716 Lot# 060916 Lot# 091616 Lot# 102016 Lot# 102116 Lot# 102416 Lot# 111916 Lot# 112116 Lot# 112316 Lot# 032017 Lot# 032117 Lot# 032217 Lot# 032317 Lot# 052417 Lot# 052617 Lot# 053117 Lot# 071117 Lot# 071217
Distribution area
MIINILFLTXCANVORNHNYNJVAWIKYDEPACTPROHRIIA

Domestic: MI, IN, IL, FL, TX, CA., NV, OR, NH, NY, NJ, VA, WI, KY, DE, PA, CT, PR, OH, RI, IA,

United States

Quantity affected3, 631 cases DCH Tart Cherry; 7, 991 cases DCH Cherries
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 29, 2017
FDA recall numberF-0318-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Gki Foods, LLC initiated this food recall on October 27, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen. The FDA report lists distribution as: Domestic: MI, IN, IL, FL, TX, CA., NV, OR, NH, NY, NJ, VA, WI, KY, DE, PA, CT, PR, OH, RI, IA,.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

Dark Chocolate Cherries, 25 Lbs., 15 Lbs., 8 Pc was made or distributed by Gki Foods, LLC in Brighton, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0318-2018, dated November 29, 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 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 Dark Chocolate Cherries, 25 Lbs., 15 Lbs., 8 Pc recall?

Gki Foods, LLC recalled Dark Chocolate Cherries, 25 Lbs., 15 Lbs., 8 Pc in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0318-2018. GKI Foods of Brighton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling multiple dark chocolate products because they may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

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?

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 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 Gki Foods, 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-0318-2018 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Gki Foods, 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-0318-2018. 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.