Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported April 19, 2017
Rosemary Caramel Bar is dark chocolate with rosemary infused caramel, 1.2 oz (33g), product wrapped in metal foil and then wrapped in paper box. The label declared: '"***Rosemary Caramel Bar *** 60% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, glucose (wheat), butter, rosemary, sea salt***".
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream and butter were declared).
The recall
Dolcetta Artisan Sweets issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream and butter were declared)..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- April 19, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1943-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1943-2017) was formally reported on April 19, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 6, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Dolcetta Artisan Sweets is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Seattle, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as 250 bars.
The documented reason for this recall is: undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream and butter were declared). Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: distributed in OR and WA. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
250 bars
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Rosemary Caramel Bar is dark chocolate with rosemary infused caramel, 1.2 oz (33g), product wrapped in metal foil and then wrapped in paper box. The label declared: '"***Rosemary Caramel Bar *** 60% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, glucose (wheat), butter, rosemary, sea salt***".
Reason for recall
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream and butter were declared).
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1943-2017 |
| Date reported | April 19, 2017 |
| Date initiated | March 6, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Dolcetta Artisan Sweets |
| Firm location | Seattle, WA |
| Affected scope | 250 bars |
| Distribution | distributed in OR and WA |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Rosemary Caramel Bar is dark chocolate with rosemary infused caramel, 1.2 oz (33g), product wrapped in metal foil and then wrapped in paper box. The label declared: '"***Rosemary Caramel Bar *** 60% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, glucose (wheat), butter, rosemary, sea salt***".. Recalled by Dolcetta Artisan Sweets. Units affected: 250 bars.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream and butter were declared).
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1943-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: distributed in OR and WA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1943-2017) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported April 19, 2017.
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