Health & Fitness

Trader Joe's Recalls 2 Chocolate Products Nationwide: Millburn Store Included

Two people have reported allergic reactions after eating the products, according to Trader Joe's.

Trader Joe's has issued a voluntary recall for two chocolate products because they may contain more than the label-stated "traces of milk."

The affected products -- Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks (UPC 00847 162) and Trader Joe's Chocolate Raspberry Sticks (UPC 00847 122) -- have been removed from store shelves, the company announced via a Friday recall notice.

Both products are packaged in an 18-ounce clear tub.

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To date, two people have reported allergic reactions after eating the products, according to the company.

Trader Joe's issued the recall after employees noticed that the chocolate coating appeared lighter in color than expected.

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Customers who bought the products may return them for a full refund.

Read the recall notice here.

Further information is available from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays by calling the company's customer relations department, (626) 599-3817.

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