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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0490-2021/FDA enforcement
The Hershey Company·Food·May 5, 2021

Hershey S Chocolate Shell Topping Plastic Bottles in Cases Labelled Heath Shell Topping, 7.25…

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    The Hershey Company, 19 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey PA 17033 is voluntarily recalling of a specific lot of Hershey s Chocolate Shell Topping in a 7.25-oz. (205g) bottle UPC…

  • 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAZ, AR, CO, IL +8 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe Hershey Company
Recalling firmThe Hershey CompanyHershey, PA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • 25JSAS1
Distribution area
AZARCOILINMIMONEOHSDTXWI

This product was distributed thru out the US to the following States : AZ, AR, CO, IL, IN, MI, MO, NE, OH, SD, TX and WI.

United States

Quantity affected2438 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 19, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0490-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Hershey Company initiated this food recall on May 5, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: The Hershey Company, 19 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey PA 17033 is voluntarily recalling of a specific lot of Hershey s Chocolate Shell Topping in a 7.25-oz. (205g) bottle UPC (346000) after learning that 1, 700 bottles were incorrectly filled with Heath Shell Topping which is made with almonds. Undeclared Allergen. The FDA report lists distribution as: This product was distributed thru out the US to the following States : AZ,AR,CO,IL,IN,MI,MO,NE,OH,SD,TX and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The Hershey Company, 19 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey PA 17033 is voluntarily recalling of a specific lot of Hershey s Chocolate Shell Topping in a 7.25-oz. (205g) bottle UPC (346000) after learning that 1, 700 bottles were incorrectly filled with Heath Shell Topping which is made with almonds. Undeclared Allergen.

Hershey S Chocolate Shell Topping Plastic Bottles in Cases Labelled Heath Shell Topping, 7.25… was made or distributed by The Hershey Company in Hershey, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0490-2021, dated May 19, 2021.

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 Hershey S Chocolate Shell Topping Plastic Bottles in Cases Labelled Heath Shell Topping, 7.25… recall?

The Hershey Company recalled Hershey S Chocolate Shell Topping Plastic Bottles in Cases Labelled Heath Shell Topping, 7.25… in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0490-2021. The Hershey Company, 19 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey PA 17033 is voluntarily recalling of a specific lot of Hershey s Chocolate Shell Topping in a 7.25-oz. (205g) bottle UPC…

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 The Hershey 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-0490-2021 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the The Hershey 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-0490-2021. 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.