Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- December 22, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Willy Pete's Chocolate Company
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 3 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Willy Pete's Chocolate Company
- Product type
- Dark Chocolate
- Model numbers
- No additional coding. UPC Codes: 09872615
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- MA, SC, CT
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
December 22, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
February 11, 2026
RecallRadar source check
February 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Almonds are not declared in the ingredient statement. Almond is included in description of product on front label.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Willy Pete's Chocolates Almond Despair is a dark chocolate product containing coconuts, almonds, and Carolina reapers. Consumers purchase it for its unique flavor combination and premium ingredients.
Why This Is Dangerous
The undeclared almonds in the product can cause allergic reactions in consumers who are sensitive to tree nuts. This poses a significant health risk to those individuals.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers must dispose of or return the product, which may cause inconvenience. Those with nut allergies face serious health risks if they consume the product.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the UPC code on the packaging: 09872615.
- Look for the product name: Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers.
- Verify that the product contains undeclared almonds.
Where to find product info
UPC codes are usually found on the back or bottom of the product packaging.
What timeline to expect
Expect a refund processing time of approximately 4-6 weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communication attempts with Willy Pete's Chocolate Company.
- Consider filing a complaint with the FDA if there is no response.
How to prevent similar issues
- Read ingredient labels carefully for allergens.
- Choose products from brands known for clear labeling.
- Consider purchasing allergy-friendly food options.
Documentation advice
Keep records of your purchase, any communication with the manufacturer, and photographs of the product for your records.
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Product Details
The recalled product is Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers. It has a UPC code of 09872615 and was distributed in Massachusetts, South Carolina, and Connecticut.
Key Facts
- Contains undeclared almonds
- Risk for consumers with nut allergies
- Distributed in MA, SC, CT
- Stop using the product immediately
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