Recall

Could cause harm

Heart of the Earth (HOTE) 100% Pure Ceremonial Cacao Pre-Ground Paste. Net Wt. 16oz…

Possible metal contamination. Do not eat it.

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Recall details

Firm
Inner Waymark LLC
Status
Ongoing
Reported
Oct 9, 2024
Started
Aug 21, 2024
Where sold
Distributed to CA, FL, IL, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, MT, NH, NY, OR, TX, UT, and WI.
Quantity
60/1lb. bags
Notice number
F-0004-2025

Lots, UPC, dates

Lot #506 with "best by" date June 18, 2026.

Agency wording

Heart of the Earth (HOTE) 100% Pure Ceremonial Cacao Pre-Ground Paste. Net Wt. 16oz (454g). Packaged in Kraft paper heat sealed stand-up pouch bags with inner plastic liner with SKU PC-GRUCCP-1LB. Product of Guatemala. Distributed Soul Lift Cacao of Portland, Oregon. The product is 100% pure cacao (chocolate) which is not ready for consumption. In most cases it is prepared into a chocolate drink with hot water and a blender.

Source: FDA report. This is not medical advice. Compare your package codes before you act.