Nationwide Recall for Horizon Organic Chocolate Milk Affects Nearly 54,000 Cases
By Editor • September 3, 2026 • 1 min read
In a significant food safety alert, Horizon Organic has announced the recall of nearly 54,000 cases of its 1% Organic Chocolate Milk due to concerns of spoilage. The Colorado-based company has taken this precautionary step following reports from consumers about bloated packaging and unpleasant odors, tastes, and textures.
Details of the Recall
The recall affects two specific packaging sizes: 34,524 cases of 12-count packs and 19,236 cases of 18-count packs, which were voluntarily recalled starting August 7, 2026. The impacted 12-count packs feature 8-ounce boxes with a UPC of 742365002700 and have best by dates ranging from January 28 to February 3, 2027. The 18-count packs, also in 8-ounce boxes, have a UPC of 742365208867 and best by dates of January 31, February 1, and February 2, 2027.
Consumer Guidance
Horizon Organic has urged consumers who suspect they may have purchased the affected products to reach out to their customer service at 1-888-494-3020 for verification and potential refunds. As the investigation into the cause of the spoilage continues, concerns over food safety have been amplified, with 162 food recalls reported in 2026 alone. To stay informed about recalls, consumers are encouraged to subscribe to the FDA's email alerts and keep their purchase receipts for reference.
Source: www.thetakeout.com
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