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Class I, DangerousF-0310-2016

Inclusion bar-scorpion pepper, bourbon, smoked sea salt, and caramel pecans.

Recalled by E3 Artisan on Oct 21, 2015

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

E3 Artisan recalled Inclusion bar-scorpion pepper, bourbon, smoked sea salt, and caramel pecans. in a Class I action — the FDA's most serious tier, reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death on Oct 21, 2015.

The FDA listed the reason as an undeclared allergen: "Undeclared Milk on the labels of various dark chocolate bars. FDA samples came back positive for milk." Allergen mislabeling is the leading cause of U.S. food recalls, because a missing declaration can trigger a reaction in someone who reads the label and believes the product is safe.

Distribution was limited; the FDA record lists "The firm distributed the product to 86 domestic firms. The spread sheet is attached." Single-area recalls still warrant a kitchen check for anyone who shops within that footprint. The recalling firm is based in Woodstock, IL. The recall covers 708 bars of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Feb 17, 2016), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Undeclared Milk on the labels of various dark chocolate bars. FDA samples came back positive for milk.

Product Description

Inclusion bar-scorpion pepper, bourbon, smoked sea salt, and caramel pecans.

Distribution

The firm distributed the product to 86 domestic firms. The spread sheet is attached.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.