Fran's Chocolate Bars Recalled for Undeclared Hazelnut Allergen
Fran's Chocolates Ltd is recalling PureBar Almondmilk Chocolate 46% Madagascar bars (1.1 oz) due to undeclared hazelnut allergen. The product was distributed in Colorado, Massachusetts, Nevada, Washington, and online.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class I recall for undeclared hazelnut allergen. FDA Class I recalls mandate a minimum severity score of 4. Although no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source, hazelnut is a common tree nut allergen capable of causing serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals.
Plain-English summary
Fran's Chocolates Ltd is recalling PureBar Almondmilk Chocolate 46% Madagascar bars, net weight 1.1 oz (UPC 7 49668 24280 2). A total of 112 units were distributed. The product was manufactured by Fran's Chocolates Ltd in Seattle, Washington.
The product contains undeclared hazelnut. While the product label states "May contain traces of milk, peanuts and sesame," hazelnut is not listed in the declared ingredients or allergen warnings. This poses a serious health risk for individuals with tree nut allergies.
The recalled bars were distributed in Colorado, Massachusetts, Nevada, Washington, and online through www.frans.com. The recall was initiated on December 20, 2025, and was terminated on January 29, 2026.
Consumers who have purchased this product and have tree nut allergies should not consume it. If you have this product, contact Fran's Chocolates Ltd or return it to the point of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Fran s PureBar Almondmilk Chocolate 46% Madagascar Plant-Based, net wt. 1.1oz, UPC 7 49668 24280 2. Ingredients: Sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa beans, almonds, sunflower lecithin, vanilla extract. May contain traces of milk, peanuts and sesame. Fran's Chocolates, Ltd. Seattle, WA
- Manufacturer
- Fran's Chocolates Ltd
- Category
- Food — Confectionery
- Hazard
- allergen-hazelnut
- mis-labeling
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- None
Distribution
Distributed in 4 states:
- CO
- MA
- NV
- WA
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