Popular snack recalled due to undeclared allergen

A popular brand of macadamia nuts is being recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.

Hawaii- based Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company is voluntarily recalling one batch of its Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack in one-ounce pouches, due to the presence of undeclared almonds, according to an announcement from the FDA. Consumers who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack pouches were distributed to two retail locations in Southern California. The two retailers include World Market and Abraham & Sons, Inc. The product is packaged in a 1-ounce pouch with UPC number 0 72992 04260 3, marked with lot number K4351 and a “Best by” date of July 2026 on the back of the packaging.

Consumers who have purchased the affected nuts who have an almond allergy are urged not to consume the product and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. According to the FDA, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date in connection with the recall.