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Nearly 54,000 cases of popular chocolate milk recalled amid reports of ‘unpleasant’ smell, taste
Horizon Organic Dairy recalled 53,760 cases after complaints that the milk may spoil prematurely, and consumers were told to discard affected cartons.
Horizon Organic Dairy recalled 53,760 cases of 1% Chocolate Milk following numerous consumer complaints regarding premature spoilage affecting the company's nationwide inventory of 8-ounce containers.
The voluntary recall began Aug 7 after customers reported bloated cartons with unpleasant smells, tastes, or textures that spoiled well before the best-by date.
Recalled items include 34,524 12-pack cases with UPC 742365002700 and 19,236 18-pack cases with UPC 742365208867, both popular lunch options for children nationwide.
Consumers should discard affected 8-ounce cartons and keep receipts; they can call Horizon at 1-888-494-3020 for refund information and recall details.
Distributed nationwide, the product remains under investigation to determine the cause; representatives are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time for assistance.