Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has announced a voluntary recall of certain powdered beverage mixes due to the potential presence of Salmonella, a pathogen that can cause serious illness.
The recall was initiated following a separate recall by California Dairies, Inc., which identified potential Salmonella contamination in milk powder supplied to a third-party manufacturer. This contaminated ingredient was subsequently used in the production of Ghirardelli’s powdered beverage mixes.
The affected products include a wide range of bulk and foodservice items such as chocolate and white frappes, hot cocoa mixes, mocha mixes, and other powdered beverage formulations. These products were primarily distributed to institutional and foodservice customers, although some may have been available to consumers through online platforms.
Salmonella infection can lead to serious and sometimes fatal illness, particularly in:
Symptoms in otherwise healthy individuals may include fever, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream and cause severe complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.
The recall covers multiple product formats and lot numbers across:
All affected products carry best-before dates ranging from February 2027 to January 2028.
Consumers and businesses in possession of the recalled products are advised to:
No illnesses have been reported to date. The company has taken this precautionary step to ensure consumer safety and is actively responding to the situation.
Consumers can contact Ghirardelli Chocolate Company for more information at:
Phone: 1-844-776-0419 (available 24/7)