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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1553-2014/FDA enforcement
Popcorn Factory, the·Food·Feb 4, 2014

Candy Coated Popcorn Shaped Into a Heart Weighing 1.5 Ounces Per Piece and Individually Wrapped…

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The Nutrition Facts and allergen label was not applied individual popcorn balls in a Valentine's Day promotion package. The popcorn balls contain milk and soy allergens.

  • Health risk

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

Recall closed · classified by the FDANationwide (US)More food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand namePopcorn Factory, the
Recalling firmPopcorn Factory, theLake Forest, IL, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Product Lot Number: 14022. Case Lot Number: 14034. Expiration Date: April 7, 2014.
Distribution area
Nationwide

US: Nationwide (CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, MI, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, PA, TX, VT, WI)

United States

Quantity affected27 cases (648 popcorn balls)
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 5, 2014
FDA recall numberF-1553-2014

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Popcorn Factory, the initiated this food recall on February 4, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: The Nutrition Facts and allergen label was not applied individual popcorn balls in a Valentine's Day promotion package. The popcorn balls contain milk and soy allergens. The FDA report lists distribution as: US: Nationwide (CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, MI, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, PA, TX, VT ,WI).

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The Nutrition Facts and allergen label was not applied individual popcorn balls in a Valentine's Day promotion package. The popcorn balls contain milk and soy allergens.

Candy Coated Popcorn Shaped Into a Heart Weighing 1.5 Ounces Per Piece and Individually Wrapped… was made or distributed by Popcorn Factory, the in Lake Forest, IL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1553-2014, dated March 5, 2014.

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, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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 Candy Coated Popcorn Shaped Into a Heart Weighing 1.5 Ounces Per Piece and Individually Wrapped… recall?

Popcorn Factory, the recalled Candy Coated Popcorn Shaped Into a Heart Weighing 1.5 Ounces Per Piece and Individually Wrapped… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1553-2014. The Nutrition Facts and allergen label was not applied individual popcorn balls in a Valentine's Day promotion package. The popcorn balls contain milk and soy allergens.

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. 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.

Is the Popcorn Factory, the 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-1553-2014. 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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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.