# Major Recall Alert: Powdered Beverage Mixes Recalled Due to Potential Foodborne Illness – Salmonella
The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has issued a vital recall impacting certain powdered beverage mixes due to the potential presence of **Salmonella**, a serious foodborne illness risk. If you’ve recently purchased Ghirardelli's powdered beverage mixes, it’s essential to check if your product is part of this recall. Read on for all the details you need to stay informed and protect your health.
## Why This Recall Is Important
Salmonella contamination is a significant concern because it can cause serious health risks. This foodborne pathogen can lead to severe illnesses, especially in vulnerable populations such as young children, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.
Infection with Salmonella may result in:
- **Symptoms in healthy individuals**: Fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (which can be bloody), and abdominal pain.
- **Rare severe complications**: Arterial infections, endocarditis, or arthritis if the bacteria enter the bloodstream.
While no illnesses have been reported so far related to this specific recall, Ghirardelli is taking swift action as a precautionary measure to prevent potential health risks for consumers.
## Details of the Recall
The recall involves certain powdered beverage mixes manufactured using milk powder supplied by California Dairies, Inc., which was recently flagged for potential **Salmonella** contamination. Here’s what you need to know:
- **Affected Products**: Specific powdered beverage mixes from Ghirardelli (used in food service, institutional settings, and e-commerce purchases).
- **Packaging**: These products are typically available in larger formats intended for food service use but may also have been sold to consumers online.
- **Geographic Impact**: United States only.
- **No Reported Illnesses**: There have been no confirmed reports of illness related to this issue, but customers are urged to take caution.
To find a complete list of the recalled products, visit [Ghirardelli Chocolate Company’s official FDA recall notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ghirardelli-chocolate-company-recalls-powdered-beverage-mixes-because-possible-health-risk).
## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased powdered beverage mixes from Ghirardelli, follow these steps:
- **Check product details**: Confirm whether your beverage mix is part of the recall. Reference product codes and affected lot numbers listed in the official recall notice.
- **Do not consume affected products**: Discard the product immediately or return it to the place of purchase.
- **Contact Ghirardelli for assistance**: Consumers can reach out to the company at **1-844-776-0419** for more information or a refund. The helpline is available **24/7, every day of the week**.
If you experience symptoms of Salmonella infection, such as fever, abdominal pain, or diarrhea, seek medical attention promptly.
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For more information on this and other product recalls, visit the [FDA’s official recall page](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ghirardelli-chocolate-company-recalls-powdered-beverage-mixes-because-possible-health-risk).
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