Hershey’s Kisses recalled in Canada due to undeclared almond allergen

Hershey’s recall overview:

• Who: Hershey Canada Inc. is recalling Hershey’s Kisses – Creamy Milk Chocolate, affecting multiple product sizes.
• Why: The recall is due to the presence of undeclared almonds, posing a risk to those with nut allergies.
• Where: The recall is effective in Canada.

Hershey Canada is recalling its Kisses – Creamy Milk Chocolate products due to the presence of undeclared almonds, which could pose serious health risks to individuals with nut allergies.

Announced on Aug. 1 by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the recall affects Hershey’s Kisses – Creamy Milk Chocolate in both 104g and 200g sizes, with specific universal product codes and best before dates of June 1, 2027.

The products may contain almonds not listed on the packaging, which could lead to severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Consumers should check for recalled products

Consumers are advised to check their homes for the recalled products and to avoid consuming them if they have allergies or sensitivities to tree nuts, as they could lead to serious or life-threatening reactions.

The CFIA is actively ensuring that these products are removed from store shelves across the nation as part of the Hershey’s recall process. The agency is also providing information to consumers on how to handle the Hershey’s recall.

For more information, consumers can contact Hershey Consumer Relations at 1-800-468-1714 or reach out to the CFIA via email at [email protected].

Hershey Canada reports that there has been one reaction associated with the consumption of the recalled products so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

In a recent class action lawsuit, a group of consumers accuse Hershey of falsely advertising that its Reese’s themed products contained carved artistic designs when they did not.

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