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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0845-2020/FDA enforcement
Moonstruck Chocolate Company·Food·Feb 21, 2020

Moonstruck Praline Pecan & Ginger Element Bar in Dark Chocolate, Packaged First Into a Clear…

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Undeclared milk.

  • 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 nameMoonstruck Chocolate Company
Recalling firmMoonstruck Chocolate CompanyPortland, OR, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 11175 12328 810 711175 12806 8
Lot / date codes
  • Lot numbers: 1101242, 1101731, 1101734, 1102664, 1102708, 1102754, and 1102914. Best by Dates: 8/11/2020 9/8/2020 9/27/2020 10/3/2020 10/5/2020 8/21/2020 9/19/2020 10/10/2020
Distribution area
Nationwide

nationwide

United States

Quantity affected1500 bars
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 25, 2020
FDA recall numberF-0845-2020

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Moonstruck Chocolate Company initiated this food recall on February 21, 2020. The FDA enforcement report states: Undeclared milk. The FDA report lists distribution as: nationwide.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Undeclared milk.

Moonstruck Praline Pecan & Ginger Element Bar in Dark Chocolate, Packaged First Into a Clear… was made or distributed by Moonstruck Chocolate Company in Portland, OR, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0845-2020, dated March 25, 2020.

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 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 Moonstruck Praline Pecan & Ginger Element Bar in Dark Chocolate, Packaged First Into a Clear… recall?

Moonstruck Chocolate Company recalled Moonstruck Praline Pecan & Ginger Element Bar in Dark Chocolate, Packaged First Into a Clear… in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0845-2020. Undeclared milk.

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 Moonstruck Chocolate Company?

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-0845-2020 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Moonstruck Chocolate Company 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-0845-2020. 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.