# Major Recall Alert: Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies Recalled Due to Undeclared Wheat Allergen
Chocolate lovers, take notice. Neuhaus Chocolates has issued a **voluntary recall** of its Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs "Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies" due to an **undeclared wheat allergen**. This safety alert is a serious concern for individuals with wheat allergies or gluten sensitivities, as consuming this product could result in severe or life-threatening allergic reactions. Here's everything you need to know about this recall, how it affects you, and what to do next.
## Why This Recall is Important
Undeclared allergens are one of the most significant causes of food recalls in the United States. When allergens like wheat are unknowingly consumed, they can trigger dangerous reactions, including itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, or even anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals.
The recalled **Neuhaus Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs "Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies"** contain wheat as part of the ingredient list, but the packaging label failed to disclose this. Due to this labeling error, Neuhaus Chocolates NV has taken swift action to remove the affected products from shelves and notify consumers of the potential risk.
Even though no illnesses or complaints have been reported to date, Neuhaus Chocolates, based in **Vlezenbeek, Belgium**, emphasizes the importance of avoiding serious health risks by returning any affected products immediately.
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## Details of the Recall
Here is an overview of everything you need to know about the specific product in question:
- **Brand**: Neuhaus
- **Product Name**: Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs "Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies"
- **Reason for Recall**: Undeclared wheat allergen
- **Risk for Consumers**: Severe or life-threatening allergic reactions for those with a wheat allergy or gluten intolerance
- **Distributed Locations**:
- Neuhaus retail stores in New York, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
- Online via the Neuhaus webshop ([shop here](https://www.neuhauschocolates.com/en_US/home))
### Identification Details:
- **Distribution Period**: July 21, 2025, to August 4, 2025
- **Amount Sold**: 150 units
- **Cause of Issue**: ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) error excluded wheat from the ingredient label
- **Official FDA Recall Notice**: [Visit Here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/neuhaus-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-belgian-chocolate-moments-smurfs-popping-milk)
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## What You Should Do
If you purchased the Neuhaus Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs "Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies" and have a wheat allergy or gluten sensitivity, here’s what you need to do immediately:
- **Do not consume the product.**
- **Return it to the store where it was purchased.** A full refund or replacement should be provided.
- **Contact Neuhaus Customer Care** for further inquiries or assistance:
- **Phone**: +32 2 568 23 00
- **Email**: customercare@neuhaus.be
- Available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. CEST
Neuhaus prioritizes consumer health and encourages those impacted to act quickly. If you are unsure whether your purchase is part of this recall, double-check the product and lot details or contact Customer Care directly.
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For more details on this recall, visit the official **FDA recall page** here: [FDA Recall Notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/neuhaus-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-belgian-chocolate-moments-smurfs-popping-milk).
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