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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-1788-2015/FDA enforcement
See's Candies INC.·Food·Feb 6, 2015

See's Candies Classic Red Heart with Assorted Chocolates (8 OZ

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    One packaging run of 8 oz. Classic Red Hearts with Assorted Chocolates was packaged in the wrong box and does not include tree nuts in the ingredient statement.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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 nameSee's Candies INC.
Recalling firmSee's Candies INC.South San Francisco, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 37666 09120 1
Lot / date codes
  • L.A.N. 048/15.
Distribution area
Nationwide

See's Stores nationwide and through internet sales.

United States

Quantity affected8316 hearts
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 8, 2015
FDA recall numberF-1788-2015

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

See's Candies INC. initiated this food recall on February 6, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: One packaging run of 8 oz. Classic Red Hearts with Assorted Chocolates was packaged in the wrong box and does not include tree nuts in the ingredient statement. The FDA report lists distribution as: See's Stores nationwide and through internet sales.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: One packaging run of 8 oz. Classic Red Hearts with Assorted Chocolates was packaged in the wrong box and does not include tree nuts in the ingredient statement.

See's Candies Classic Red Heart with Assorted Chocolates (8 OZ was made or distributed by See's Candies INC. in South San Francisco, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1788-2015, dated April 8, 2015.

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

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

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 See's Candies Classic Red Heart with Assorted Chocolates (8 OZ recall?

See's Candies INC. recalled See's Candies Classic Red Heart with Assorted Chocolates (8 OZ in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1788-2015. One packaging run of 8 oz. Classic Red Hearts with Assorted Chocolates was packaged in the wrong box and does not include tree nuts in the ingredient statement.

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 See's Candies INC. 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-1788-2015. 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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