- - Chocolate bars recalled for potential salmonella contamination

James Powel, USA TODAYJanuary 13, 2026 at 8:41 PM

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Specialty chocolate bars are being pulled from shelves due to potential salmonella contamination concerns, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Jan. 12.

Spring & Mulberry has issued a voluntary recall for its Mint Leaf Date-Sweetened Chocolate Bar, which has been available for purchase online and at select retail outlets nationwide since September, according to the FDA. The recall specifically affects packages with the lot code #025255

The potential contamination was identified after routine testing by a third-party laboratory, according to the announcement. To date, there have been no reported illnesses or adverse health effects.

Consumers who bought the recalled chocolate should dispose of it and request a refund from Spring & Mulberry by contacting the company with a photo of the chocolate that shows the affected lot code.

USA TODAY has reached out to Spring & Mulberry for further comment but has not received an immediate response.

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Handout image of the packaging of a recalled Spring & Mulberry Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar. The bars were recalled for potential salmonella contamination

Handout image of the packaging of a recalled Spring & Mulberry Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar. The bars were recalled for potential salmonella contamination

Handout image of the packaging of a recalled Spring & Mulberry Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar. The bars were recalled for potential salmonella contamination

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Salmonella poisoning symptoms and treatment

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in younger children, frail or elderly people, and people with weakened immune systems, according to the FDA. Signs of salmonella poisoning include:

Bloody diarrhea or diarrhea that lasts more than three days without improving.

Diarrhea and fever over 102 degrees.

Excessive vomiting, especially if it prevents you from keeping liquids down.

Signs of dehydration include dry mouth and throat, infrequent urination and feeling dizzy when standing up.

Stomach cramps.

Symptoms most commonly occur between six hours and six days after exposure. Though most people recover in four to seven days, those with weakened immune systems, including children younger than 5 and adults over 65, may experience more severe symptoms that require medical treatment or hospitalization.

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