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Health Ministry Recalls Chocolate Over Undeclared Allergens
Better Choice Ltd. has initiated a voluntary recall of four types of Russian-made dark chocolate bars in Israel after a consumer complaint revealed they contain milk, an allergen not listed on the packaging. The recall is being conducted in coordination with the Ashkelon District Food Service of the Ministry of Health.
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What happened
- 01Better Choice Ltd. is recalling four types of Russian-made dark chocolate bars in Israel due to an undeclared milk allergen.
- 02The recall was initiated after a consumer complaint revealed the presence of milk, which was omitted from the ingredients list.
- 03The affected 100-gram chocolate bars were manufactured by Pobeda Confectionery Factory in Russia and imported by Exrus Ltd.
- 04The recalled varieties include COTE D'IVOIRE 60%, GHANA 67%, COLOMBIA 80%, and DOMINICANA 77% with expiration dates in late 2027.
- 05The Ministry of Health and the Ashkelon District Food Service are coordinating with the company to remove the products from shelves.
- 06Consumers with milk allergies are urged not to consume the chocolate and can contact customer service at 050-9091517 for a refund.
The affected products are 100-gram bars manufactured by Pobeda Confectionery Factory in Russia and imported by Exrus Ltd., also referred to as Xeros Ltd., Axeros Ltd., or Aksrus Ltd. The recall includes COTE D'IVOIRE 60% (expiry November 18, 2027), GHANA 67% (expiry October 25, 2027), COLOMBIA 80% (expiry December 6, 2027), and DOMINICANA 77% (expiry December 6, 2027).
Consumers with milk allergies are strongly warned not to consume these products, which pose a health risk to allergic individuals and those on dairy-free diets. The company is removing the affected batches from distribution channels, and customers can return the chocolate to the point of purchase or contact Better Choice Ltd. at 050-9091517 for a refund.
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