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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1246-2016/FDA enforcement
Karl Bissinger LLC·Food·Feb 22, 2016

Bissinger's Milk Chocolate Eggs Packaged in 6.5 OZ (

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    The chocolate used in the product contains vanillin (an artificial ingredient) but is labeled to contain vanilla.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. 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.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameKarl Bissinger LLC
Recalling firmKarl Bissinger, LLCSaint Louis, MO, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 46107 00938 28 46107 00345 8
Lot / date codes
  • Bissingers 6.5 oz bag Milk Chocolate Foil Eggs Lot Numbers: 2015-10209 & 2016-10967 Best By: 2/3/17 & 2/4/17 and Bissingers 1 lb bag Milk Chocolate Foil Eggs Lot Numbers: 2016-11057 Best By: 2/3/17
Distribution area
Nationwide

Shipped to nineteen retail accounts nationwide (Colorado, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Utah, and Washington) and two direct consumer accounts (Missouri and New York). There was no military/government/foreign distribution.

United States, Mexico

Quantity affected22-12 ct. case of 6.5 oz. bags of foil wrapped milk chocolate eggs and 2-1 lb. bags of foil wrapped milk chocolate eggs
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 4, 2016
FDA recall numberF-1246-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Karl Bissinger, LLC initiated this food recall on February 22, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: The chocolate used in the product contains vanillin (an artificial ingredient) but is labeled to contain vanilla. The FDA report lists distribution as: Shipped to nineteen retail accounts nationwide (Colorado, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Utah, and Washington) and two direct consumer accounts (Missouri and New York). There was no military/government/foreign distribution.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The chocolate used in the product contains vanillin (an artificial ingredient) but is labeled to contain vanilla.

Bissinger's Milk Chocolate Eggs Packaged in 6.5 OZ ( was made or distributed by Karl Bissinger, LLC in Saint Louis, MO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1246-2016, dated May 4, 2016.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

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

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

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 Bissinger's Milk Chocolate Eggs Packaged in 6.5 OZ ( recall?

Karl Bissinger LLC recalled Bissinger's Milk Chocolate Eggs Packaged in 6.5 OZ ( in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1246-2016. The chocolate used in the product contains vanillin (an artificial ingredient) but is labeled to contain vanilla.

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. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Karl Bissinger 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-1246-2016. 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.