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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-2205-2017/FDA enforcement
Hummingbird Wholesale·Food·Apr 21, 2017

Organic Cocoa-dusted Chocolate Ginger, Packaged and Distributed in 5 Lbs

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Organic Cocoa-Dusted Chocolate Ginger was recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts.

  • Health risk

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

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameHummingbird Wholesale
Recalling firmHummingbird WholesaleEugene, OR, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot number on 5lb. bag: 17086. Product was offered to consumers through a self-serve bulk bin at retail store without any lot coding available.
Distribution area
IN

distributed in Oregon only

United States

Quantity affected4/5 lb. bag
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 17, 2017
FDA recall numberF-2205-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Hummingbird Wholesale initiated this food recall on April 21, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Organic Cocoa-Dusted Chocolate Ginger was recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts. The FDA report lists distribution as: distributed in Oregon only.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Organic Cocoa-Dusted Chocolate Ginger was recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts.

Organic Cocoa-dusted Chocolate Ginger, Packaged and Distributed in 5 Lbs was made or distributed by Hummingbird Wholesale in Eugene, OR, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2205-2017, dated May 17, 2017.

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, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

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 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 Organic Cocoa-dusted Chocolate Ginger, Packaged and Distributed in 5 Lbs recall?

Hummingbird Wholesale recalled Organic Cocoa-dusted Chocolate Ginger, Packaged and Distributed in 5 Lbs in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-2205-2017. Organic Cocoa-Dusted Chocolate Ginger was recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts.

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 Hummingbird Wholesale?

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-2205-2017 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Hummingbird Wholesale 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-2205-2017. 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.