Ghirardelli Recalls 13 Powdered Beverage Mixes Over Salmonella Risk: Full Product List and Recall Details

California-based Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has voluntarily recalled 13 powdered beverage mixes after dairy producer California Dairies recalled its milk powder, which is used in the affected products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall notice on Tuesday, April 28. To date, no illnesses have been reported.

Which Ghirardelli Products Are Recalled?

The recall applies to a limited selection of powdered beverage mixes packaged for food service and institutional customers. However, Ghirardelli warns that some recalled products may have been available for purchase by consumers through e-commerce platforms.

The following products are included in the recall:

• 30-pound Chocolate Flavored Frappe
• 30-pound Classic White Frappe
• 4/2-pound Premium Hot Cocoa Pouch Bulk
• 6/3-pound Chocolate Cocoa Sweet Ground Powder
• 6/3.12-pound White Chocolate Flavored Sweet Ground Powder
• 6/3-pound Vanilla Frappe Mix
• 6/3.12-pound Chocolate Flavored Frappe Mix
• 6/3.12-pound Classic White Frappe Mix
• 10-pound Chocolate Flavored Frappe Mix
• 10-pound Classic White Frappe Mix
• 6/3.12-pound White Mocha Frappe Mix
• 6/3.12-pound Mocha Frappe Mix
• 6/3.12-pound Frozen Hot Cocoa Frappe Mix

Ghirardelli’s recall notice includes a full list of lot numbers and best-if-used-by dates for the affected products.

Why Was the Recall Issued?

In its recall notice, Ghirardelli states that internal testing revealed no contamination. The company explains that it issued the recall “out of an abundance of caution.”

Ghirardelli has placed a significant portion of the affected powdered drink mixes on hold at its warehouses and is working with partners to retrieve or dispose of potentially affected beverage mixes that were already distributed.

Fast Company has reached out to California Dairies for further details. The story will be updated if a response is received.

What Should You Do Next?

For Retailers:

Retailers that received an affected powdered beverage mix should call Ghirardelli’s dedicated hotline at 1-855-744-1426 for instructions on returns, replacements, or refunds.

For Consumers:

Consumers who purchased or consumed an impacted product can contact Ghirardelli directly by calling 1-844-776-0419.

Alternatively, customers can fill out the contact form on Ghirardelli’s website, and the customer service team will follow up.

Salmonella Infection: Symptoms and Risks

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Salmonella bacteria can cause a foodborne infection.

While anyone can contract a Salmonella infection, the following groups are at higher risk:

• Children younger than 5
• Adults 65 and older
• People with weakened immune systems

According to the Mayo Clinic, most people develop symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps within 8 to 72 hours after exposure. However, some individuals may experience no symptoms at all. Most healthy people recover within a few days to one week without needing treatment.