The likely match for the headline “Chocolate Recall Upgraded to Most Severe Status by the FDA” is Ghirardelli Chocolate Company recall H-0847-2026. A record reproducing FDA enforcement data lists it as Class I and ongoing, reported May 27, 2026. The recall concerns specified Ghirardelli powdered beverage mixes—not all Ghirardelli chocolate products. Check the exact package size, UPC, lot and best-by date against the company’s recall notice before deciding whether a product is affected.
Which Ghirardelli products were recalled?
The reproduced FDA enforcement record identifies Ghirardelli Perfectly Premium Frappe Mix Classic White in 50-ounce, 10-pound and 30-pound packages. The identifiers below are transcribed from that record; because package-by-package lot and date pairings matter, use the current notice to confirm a specific item.
| Package size | UPC | Lots and best-if-used-by dates listed in the reproduced record |
|---|---|---|
| 50 ounces | 747599662010 | S193260 — 6/30/2027; S193261 — 7/31/2027 |
| 10 pounds | 747599662034 | S296260A03, S292260A03 and S292261A03; dates fall in July and August 2027. Confirm each lot-date pairing in the current notice. |
| 30 pounds | 747599419027 | S396260A03 and S496260A03; a July 2027 date is listed. Confirm the lot-date pairing in the current notice. |
The quantities in the reproduced record are 24 cases of six 50-ounce units, 3,841 cases of 10-pound product and 3,001 cases of 30-pound product. Those are record quantities, not a count of affected consumers or a measure of individual exposure. [SPEQ’s reproduction of FDA record H-0847-2026]
The record lists U.S. distribution in AK, AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MD, ME, MN, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA and WI, as well as Canada, Guatemala, Japan, the Philippines, the United Kingdom and South Korea. Distribution information helps establish where products may have gone; it does not replace checking the package identifiers.
#1 Best Overall
- Deep flavor of Ghirardelli Premium Hot Cocoa
- Simply add hot water for a delicious, foolproof cup of hot cocoa
- We hand-select the world's finest cocoa beans to create our proprietary bean blend and roast them to perfection then we slow-blend in the purest ingredients, to achieve our award-winning distinctively intense chocolate
- Makes a great gift for any chocolate lover
- Made in USA
Why were the powdered drink mixes recalled?
Ghirardelli’s voluntary recall announcement says the mixes may be contaminated with Salmonella. The company said the affected milk powder was supplied to a third-party manufacturer and used as an ingredient in the mixes. The FDA-hosted announcement was published April 28, 2026. It does not establish in the cited material that illnesses occurred or that a particular batch tested positive. [FDA-hosted company announcement]
What does Class I mean for this recall?
The reproduced FDA enforcement record classifies H-0847-2026 as Class I and lists its report date as May 27, 2026. “Class I” is the classification attached to this recall record; it is not a statement that every Ghirardelli product is affected. The same record shows the recall as ongoing, but recall status can change, so verify current information before acting. [SPEQ’s reproduction of FDA record H-0847-2026]
Rank #2
- Includes 10 Packets – Contains 10 individually portioned 0.85 oz packets of Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix for quick, convenient single servings. Not in manufacturer's packaging
- Counted & Repackaged – Packets are carefully counted and repackaged into a clear, food-safe bag. This item does not include the original retail box
- Rich Chocolate Taste – Enjoy Ghirardelli's premium blend of cocoa and real chocolate for a smooth, creamy hot cocoa with rich double chocolate flavor
- Kosher Dairy – Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix is Kosher Dairy, making it a great choice for those following kosher dietary guidelines
- Easy to Prepare – Simply mix one packet with hot water or milk for a warm, comforting cup of hot cocoa at home, work, or while traveling
How to check whether your product is affected
- Find the package name, size, UPC, lot code and best-if-used-by date on your product.
- Compare all of those details with the Ghirardelli recall notice. Do not rely on the product name alone; the notice concerns specified formats and identifiers.
- If the details match, follow the current notice’s instructions for the affected item. If a detail is missing or unclear, use the contact information in the notice to ask the company rather than assuming the product is included or excluded.
Where to verify the recall’s current status
The FDA’s recalls, market withdrawals and safety alerts page says it compiles information from press releases and other public notices for certain FDA-regulated recalls, and that not all recalls appear there. FDA entries remain available for three years before being archived. An entry not marked “terminated” may be ongoing or completed, so the absence of that label alone does not tell you the recall’s current status. For this recall’s detailed classification and identifiers, the available record cited here is SPEQ’s reproduction of FDA enforcement data, rather than an FDA-hosted enforcement-record page.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 1 - 2 lb Pouch of Ghirardelli Premium Hot Cocoa Powder
- 1 - Ghirardelli Stamped Barista Spoon
- Economic bulk packaging allows for hand-scooping for individual servings, or use with automated hot beverage machines
- Quick and easy to make - simply add hot water for instant hot chocolate
- Can also be used to make mochas - mix with hot coffee instead of water or add a shot of espresso
Rank #4
- Ghirardelli is the premium baking brand in the U.S. because we use our expertise in chocolate to create high quality baking products that have luxuriously deep flavor and smooth texture
- With Ghirardelli, you can create impressive, yet easy-to-make deserts; 100% all Natural; 100% Impressive
- Made with real chocolate
- Gluten-Free
- Made in USA
Rank #3
- One (1) carton of 8 individual 1oz packets of GHIRARDELLI Classic Hot Cocoa Mix
- Smooth, creamy, balanced chocolate flavor for every sip
- Perfect for cozy moments or dessert-style treats
- Mix with hot milk for rich, velvety hot chocolate
- Made with premium ingredients; certified kosher
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