Diplom-is Sauce Recall – Vegetable Glycerin
- Updated November 19, 2024, at 10:54:55 AM PST - Diplom Ice Cream is expanding its voluntary recall of its Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce due to potential Salmonella contamination.
- The expanded recall, announced on November 18, 2024, affects 2-liter containers of Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce with best-by dates ranging from April 1, 2025, to July 18, 2025.Consumers are...
- Salmonella infection can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Diplom Ice Cream Expands Voluntary Recall of Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce
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Updated November 19, 2024, at 10:54:55 AM PST – Diplom Ice Cream is expanding its voluntary recall of its Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall, initially announced earlier this month, now includes additional lot codes and best-by dates, impacting consumers across multiple states.
The expanded recall, announced on November 18, 2024, affects 2-liter containers of Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce with best-by dates ranging from April 1, 2025, to July 18, 2025.Consumers are urged to check the best-by date and lot code printed on the bottom of the container to determine if their product is affected. A complete list of recalled lot codes is available on the Food and Drug Management (FDA) website.
Potential Health Risks
Salmonella infection can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps, and can begin 6 to 72 hours after infection. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides detailed data on Salmonella symptoms and prevention.
As of November 19, 2024, Diplom Ice Cream has not received any reports of illness linked to the recalled sauce. Though, the company is taking this precautionary measure to ensure consumer safety.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who have purchased the recalled Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce are advised to immediately stop using it and dispose of it. The product was distributed nationwide through various retail locations. Diplom Ice Cream is offering full refunds for all recalled products.
Customers seeking a refund should contact Diplom Ice Cream directly at 1-800-347-5664, monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Information regarding the recall and refund process is also available on the company’s official website.
Ongoing monitoring and Future Steps
Diplom Ice Cream is cooperating fully with the FDA and state health departments to investigate the source of the contamination and prevent future occurrences. The company has implemented enhanced sanitation and testing procedures at its manufacturing facility. Consumers can stay informed about this and other food safety alerts by regularly checking the FDA website for updates.