Ghirardelli Powdered Beverage Mix Recall Lawsuit | Do You Have a Case? (2026)

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company voluntarily recalled 13 powdered beverage mixes on April 27, 2026. The Food and Drug Administration published the recall the next day. A supplier’s milk-powder ingredient used in the mixes had itself been recalled over possible Salmonella contamination. The mixes include frappe blends, hot cocoa pouches, and sweet ground powders. They sold mainly to food-service and institutional customers, though some reached consumers through e-commerce platforms. No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers and retailers should check product names, lot numbers, and Best if Used By dates against the recalled list before use or resale. The FDA’s posting remains open, and no termination notice has been published.

Latest Ghirardelli Powdered Beverage Mixes Recall Updates

May 14, 2026: Canada Issues Its Own Recall Alert

Canada’s Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued its own recall alert on May 14, 2026 [1]. The alert covers four Ghirardelli powdered beverage mixes sold online in Ontario and possibly other provinces and territories. The alert covers the same Salmonella concern raised by the recall of Ghirardelli products in the United States. The specific product names and the alert’s incident count appear in Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions below.

April 28, 2026: FDA Publishes the Ghirardelli Recall

Ghirardelli’s April 27 recall covered 13 powdered beverage mix products. The action followed its milk-powder supplier, California Dairies, Inc., which recalled the same ingredient over a possible Salmonella problem. A third-party manufacturer had used that ingredient in the mixes. The Food and Drug Administration posted the recall notice on its website on April 28, 2026, one day after Ghirardelli’s own announcement [2]. The posting remained open, and no completion or termination had been announced.

Which Ghirardelli Powdered Beverage Mixes Are Affected?

The recall covers 13 Ghirardelli powdered beverage mixes, each carrying its own lot number on the package:

• 30lb Chocolate Flavored Frappe, in lots dated May 31 through August 31, 2027.
• 30lb Classic White Frappe, 6/3.12lb White Chocolate Flavored Sweet Ground Powder, and 10# Chocolate Flavored Frappe Mix share a lot date of July 31, 2027.
• 4/2lb Premium Hot Cocoa Pouch Bulk, in lots stamped May 31 through June 30, 2027.
• 6/3lb Chocolate & Cocoa Sweet Ground Powder, in lots spanning December 31, 2027 through January 31, 2028.
• Four remaining sizes are Frappe Mix: Classic White 6/3.12lb (June 30-July 31, 2027) and Classic White 10# (July 31-August 31, 2027). Vanilla 6/3lb (March 31-July 31, 2027) and Chocolate Flavored 6/3.12lb (February 28-June 30, 2027) complete the Frappe Mix list.
• Two 6/3.12lb Frappe Mix flavors are White Mocha (May 31-July 31, 2027) and Mocha (April 30-August 31, 2027). A third, Frozen Hot Cocoa (May 31-September 30, 2027), completes the 6/3.12lb Frappe Mix list.

Why Were the Ghirardelli Powdered Beverage Mixes Recalled?

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company voluntarily recalled its powdered beverage mixes because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The Food and Drug Administration published the recall notice. The company is based in San Leandro, California. California Dairies, Inc. had already flagged the milk powder over a possible Salmonella concern before Ghirardelli’s own recall began. That ingredient had gone to a third-party manufacturer, which used it in the beverage mixes. Ghirardelli’s own recall notice adds that its testing had not identified any impacted product. The company said it took the recall as a precaution rather than a response to a confirmed contamination finding in any finished product [3].

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled Ghirardelli powdered beverage mixes. Canada’s CFIA alert reports the same result for the four products it covers. Ghirardelli’s own recall notice covers both the company and its third-party manufacturer. Neither had received reports of illness or injury tied to the mixes as of the announcement. The milk-powder supplier reported the same. The FDA’s background guidance on Salmonella advises anyone who suspects symptoms resembling a Salmonella infection to consult a healthcare provider [4]. Illness severity can range from mild symptoms to more serious complications requiring prompt care.

What Should Consumers Do?

Anyone who has a Ghirardelli powdered beverage mix at home, in a store, or in food-service use should take the following steps:

1. Check the product name, size, and printed expiration date on any Ghirardelli powdered beverage mix against the recalled list above.
2. Do not use, serve, or sell a product that matches the recalled list.
3. If you are a retailer that received a recalled product, call the dedicated hotline at 1-855-744-1426. The hotline provides instructions on returning it for a replacement or refund.
4. If you are a consumer, contact Ghirardelli at 1-844-776-0419, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also submit the Contact Us form at ghirardelli.com.
5. See a doctor if you or a family member develop diarrhea, fever, or stomach cramps after eating a recalled product. Severe symptoms or ones lasting more than two days need medical care, per the CDC [5].

Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions

Canada’s food safety regulator posted its own alert on May 14, 2026. The same Salmonella concern had turned up in four Ghirardelli beverage products sold there. The four products are a Premium Hot Cocoa Mix and a Perfectly Premium Frappe Mix (Vanilla). Two more are Premium Frappe Mix varieties: Mocha and Frozen Hot Cocoa. The products reached shoppers in Ontario, and possibly elsewhere in Canada, through online retailers. No illnesses tied to that alert had been reported as of its posting.

Legal Options

No lawsuit, class action, or MDL has been filed over this recall. Ghirardelli acted voluntarily, and a recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. Anyone who became ill after using a recalled Ghirardelli product may still have options. Schmidt & Clark’s Salmonella lawsuit page covers foodborne-illness claims generally, including claims tied to a recalled food product.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines for a foodborne-illness legal claim come from state law, not from this recall notice. They depend on where a person lives and when their illness and diagnosis happened, and some states start the clock at diagnosis rather than exposure. Missing a deadline can end a claim even when the underlying facts are strong, so waiting to gather documentation carries its own risk. A person who thinks a recalled Ghirardelli product made them sick may be weighing a claim. That person should check with a lawyer promptly to learn which deadline applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Recall Notice Give a Recall Number or a Total Count of Affected Units?

No, the recall notice does not give a recall number or a total count of affected units. The FDA’s posting carries no recall or campaign number, and neither the FDA nor Ghirardelli’s own notice states how many units were affected. Consumers should check the printed lot number instead.

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella Infection?

Symptoms of a Salmonella infection include watery diarrhea and stomach cramps, and sometimes fever, nausea, or vomiting. They start six hours to six days after exposure and last four to seven days. Call a doctor for a fever above 102 degrees F or diarrhea lasting more than two days.

Who Is Most at Risk of Severe Salmonella Illness?

The people most at risk of severe Salmonella illness are children younger than five, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. The CDC estimates that about 450 people die each year in the United States from acute salmonellosis.

What Should I Do If I Already Used a Recalled Ghirardelli Product?

If you already used a recalled Ghirardelli product, watch for signs of illness over the next six days, the usual window for Salmonella to appear. Call a doctor if you develop a high fever or symptoms that last more than two days, and mention the product when you do.

How Do I Report an Illness Linked to a Recalled Ghirardelli Product?

You can report an illness or adverse reaction linked to a recalled Ghirardelli product directly to the FDA. Its voluntary reporting channel works separately from contacting Ghirardelli about a return or refund.

Can Salmonella Infection Cause Long-Term Health Problems?

Yes, Salmonella infection can cause long-term health problems in some cases. Diarrhea can persist for several months. The infection can occasionally spread to the blood, bones, joints, or brain, causing symptoms tied to that part of the body.

References

1. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/ghirardelli-brand-powdered-beverage-mixes-recalled-due-salmonella
2. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ghirardelli-chocolate-company-recalls-powdered-beverage-mixes-because-possible-health-risk
3. https://www.ghirardelli.com/voluntary-recall-notice
4. https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/salmonella-salmonellosis
5. https://web.archive.org/web/20241116131647/https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/signs-symptoms/index.html