Chocolate Bars Pulled Nationwide Over Salmonella Fears
Good evening. We’re starting tonight with a food safety alert that’s getting a lot of attention, especially for chocolate lovers. A specialty chocolate bar is being pulled from shelves across the United States after a potential salmonella contamination was discovered.
The recall was announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and it involves a product from Spring & Mulberry, a small brand known for its date-sweetened chocolate. The specific item affected is the Mint Leaf Date-Sweetened Chocolate Bar. It has been sold online and in select retail stores nationwide since September.
Now, this is a voluntary recall and that’s important. It means the company is acting out of caution, not because people have already gotten sick. In fact, as of now, there are no reported illnesses linked to this chocolate. Still, the concern comes from routine testing done by an independent laboratory, which flagged a possible salmonella risk in a specific batch.
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Only one lot is affected, identified by the code number listed on the packaging. If that code matches, consumers are being told not to eat the chocolate. Instead, the company says to safely throw it away and contact them for a refund. They’re asking for a photo of the product that clearly shows the lot code, which helps confirm eligibility.
So why is salmonella taken so seriously? Because while many people recover without medical treatment, the infection can be dangerous for young children, older adults and anyone with a weakened immune system. Symptoms usually appear within a few days of exposure and can include severe diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, vomiting and dehydration. In more serious cases, hospitalization may be required.
Food recalls like this are a reminder of how closely the food supply is monitored and how testing often catches problems before they turn into outbreaks. That early detection can prevent widespread illness, even if it causes short-term disruption for shoppers and companies.
For consumers, the impact is mostly about awareness. Checking labels, especially lot codes, really matters. For the brand involved, recalls can affect trust and sales, even when no one is hurt. Still, acting quickly and transparently often helps limit long-term damage.
For now, the advice is simple. If you have this chocolate at home, check the packaging carefully. If it matches the recalled lot, don’t take a chance.
We’ll continue to watch for any updates from health officials and the company. Until then, this is one of those moments where caution is the smartest move.
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