Mellace Family Brands California, Inc., based in Warren, Ohio, has announced a recall of Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils due to the presence of an undeclared milk allergen. This poses a risk for individuals with milk allergies or severe sensitivities who may experience serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the product.
The company reported that no illnesses have been linked to this issue so far. The affected products were distributed through Wegmans retail stores located in Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington D.C.
The specific product under recall is packaged in a plastic tub labeled as Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils 18.5oz (1LB 2.5OZ) 524g with UPC 0 77890 49787 6 and SCC 10077890497873. Consumers can identify the affected products by checking the Best By and Lot codes on the left side of the tub:
- Lot code: 55021 BEST BY: DEC 28, 2025
- Lot code: 55031 BEST BY: DEC 29, 2025
- Lot code: 55491 BEST BY: FEB 13, 2026
- Lot code: 55501 BEST BY: FEB 14, 2026
- Lot code: 56061 BEST BY: APR 11, 2026
- Lot code: 56071 BEST BY: APR 12, 2026
The recall was prompted after it was found that the packaging did not disclose the presence of milk due to a temporary breakdown in the suppliers’ manufacturing process.
Customers who purchased these products are advised to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. For further inquiries, consumers can contact Wegmans Food Markets at their hotline number available daily from morning until evening.
