FDA announces recall of cartons of chocolate milk due to a packaging problem
The manufacturer Horizon Organic reported that they are taking preventive measures to avoid this inconvenience in their other products
This week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration(FDA ) alerted consumers about a recall of boxes of Horizon Organic chocolate milk due to a packaging issue.
According to the health entity, the recall affects more than 63,000 containers in at least four states of the country (Arizona, California, Nevada and Oregon), where they were distributed. ibuted in the presentations of packages of 6 units of 8 ounces with the UPC: 742365004322, lot number 136518 and best before dates of 14 and 15 August 2026.
According to the manufacturer's statement, a problem was generated in the sealing of the container, which could cause the boxes to leak, swell or break aran, affecting the quality of the product. “Corrective and preventive measures have been implemented to prevent this from occurring again,” stated Horizon Organic.
For its part, the FDA rated the recall of this product as Class II, since “use or exposure to a defective product may cause adverse consequences for the health temporary or medically reversible”, he stated which is why he recommends discarding the drink or returning it to the retailer where it was purchased for its respective refund.
Finally, Horizon informed affected consumers that they can contact the company at 1-888-494-3020 and with their proof of-purchase verify whether they are entitled to a refund.

