At a Glance
- Spring & Mulberry chocolate bars have been recalled.
- Recall covers 8 flavors and specific lot numbers.
- Consumers should not eat the bars, take pictures, and email for a refund.
Why it matters: Salmonella can cause serious illness, especially in vulnerable groups.
Spring & Mulberry chocolate bars have been pulled from the market after the Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall on Jan. 15. The recall expands an earlier January pull of the Mint Leaf flavor. The company said all follow-up testing was negative, but it is still urging consumers to check their bars.
Recall Context
Spring & Mulberry, known for its tea-infused chocolates, began the recall after a routine third-party test by its contract manufacturer flagged Salmonella in the Mint Leaf product. The company then expanded the recall to other bars produced during the same period with the same equipment.
Why Salmonella matters
- Bacterial infection that can be life-threatening for certain groups.
- Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
- Onset typically occurs 12-72 hours after consumption.
- High-risk groups: children under five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.
Recall Details
The recall includes eight distinct flavors, each identified by a unique lot number and box color. The following table lists the flavors, lot codes, and colors for quick reference.
| Product name | Lot number | Box color |
|---|---|---|
| Earl Grey | #025258 | Purple |
| Lavender Rose | #025259, #025260 | Light blue |
| Mango Chili | #025283 | Orange |
| Mint Leaf | #025255 | Teal |
| Mixed Berry | #025275, #025281, #025337 | Purple |
| Mulberry Fennel | #025345 | Burgundy |
| Pecan Date | #025261, #025265, #025267, #025268, #025339, #025343 | Yellow |
| Pure Dark Minis | #025273 | Blue |
All other lot codes are not affected.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own any of the recalled bars, do not eat them. Follow these steps:
- Take a photo of the lot code on the packaging.
- Email the photo to [email protected] for a refund or replacement.
- If you purchased the bars on Amazon, include your Amazon order number or a screenshot of the order, because Amazon does not allow the company to search orders by customer name or email alone.
- Dispose of the chocolate after you have reported it.
Health Impact
Salmonella is a foodborne pathogen that can cause severe illness. Symptoms appear within 12-72 hours and can be life-threatening for high-risk groups. No illnesses have been confirmed yet as of the recall announcement.
Current Status
The FDA published the recall on Jan. 15. Other lot codes remain unaffected. A representative for Spring & Mulberry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Key Takeaways
- Spring & Mulberry chocolate bars are under recall for 8 flavors.
- Consumers should check the lot number and box color against the table above.
- Do not eat recalled bars; report them for a refund or replacement.
- Salmonella symptoms can appear 12-72 hours after consumption.
- No illnesses have been reported yet.
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