Canadian shoppers are being advised to check their chocolate purchases after ZoRaw brand dark chocolate was recalled because milk was not properly declared on the product label. The recall affects specific lots of ZoRaw 72% Cacao No Sugar Added Dark Chocolate – Extra Dark, a product sold in single bars and multi-pack boxes across several Canadian provinces and through online platforms.
The warning matters most for people who have a milk allergy or sensitivity. For those consumers, a product that appears safe on the label but contains milk can create a serious health risk. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said consumers should not eat the recalled chocolate if they are allergic or sensitive to milk, and the affected products should not be sold, served or distributed.
The recall covers products distributed in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec, along with online sales channels. No illnesses had been reported at the time of the notice, but food allergy recalls are treated with urgency because reactions can happen quickly and may be severe for some people.
ZoRaw chocolate products included in the recall
The recalled product is ZoRaw 72% Cacao No Sugar Added Dark Chocolate – Extra Dark. Two formats are affected: individual 52-gram bars and 12-pack boxes containing 52-gram bars.
Single 52-gram bars
UPC: 6 28678 98703 6
- 02 2027 25022301
- 05 2027 25052901
- 08 2027 25080901
- 10 2027 25101701
12-pack 52-gram bars
UPC: 6 28678 98706 7
- Feb 2027 25022301
- May 2027 25052901
- Aug 2027 25080901
- 10 2027 25101701
Anyone who has purchased ZoRaw extra dark chocolate should compare the UPC and lot code on the package with the details above. If the product matches the recall and the consumer has a milk allergy or sensitivity, it should not be consumed. The product can be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
Consumers looking for official updates can check the Government of Canada recall database, where food safety notices are updated as investigations continue.
Another chocolate recall also linked to undeclared milk
The ZoRaw notice comes as Canada is also dealing with a separate chocolate recall involving Galerie au chocolat plant-based products. That recall also cited improperly declared milk, adding to concern among consumers who buy vegan, plant-based or dairy-free-style chocolate products specifically to avoid dairy ingredients.
The affected Galerie au chocolat products include Solid Bunnies Plant Based, sold in 50-gram packages, and Flowers with Crisped Rice Plant Based, sold in 100-gram packages.
Solid Bunnies Plant Based
Size: 50 g
UPC: 0 63783 84901 3
Code: BB/MA : 2026 DE 10 LOT : 5344
Flowers with Crisped Rice Plant Based
Size: 100 g
UPC: 0 63783 84900 6
Code: BB/MA : 2026 DE 11 LOT : 5345
Those products were distributed in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec. The CFIA told businesses not to use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.
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Although the ZoRaw and Galerie au chocolat recalls involve different products, both notices point to the same food safety issue: milk was not properly declared. That distinction is important. A product recall does not always mean a food is unsafe for everyone, but it can be dangerous for a specific group of consumers when an allergen is missing or unclear on the label.
Milk is one of Canada’s priority allergens. People with a milk allergy may react to even small amounts, depending on their sensitivity. Symptoms can range from skin reactions and stomach discomfort to breathing problems or anaphylaxis, which requires immediate medical attention.
Undeclared allergen recalls often occur because of packaging errors, ingredient changes, supplier issues or cross-contact during production. Chocolate products can be especially sensitive because many facilities handle both dairy and non-dairy recipes, sometimes on shared equipment. That makes accurate cleaning, testing and label control essential.
The latest notices are also a reminder that shoppers should not rely only on front-of-package claims such as “plant-based,” “dark chocolate,” “no sugar added” or “dairy-free-style” wording. The ingredient list, allergen statement, UPC and lot code remain the most important details during a recall.
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Retailers are expected to remove the affected products from shelves and online listings. Consumers who already bought the recalled chocolate should check their pantry, especially if they purchased the product in bulk, ordered online or bought it for someone with food allergies.
Anyone who believes they may have had an allergic reaction after eating one of the affected products should contact a healthcare professional. For severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat, dizziness or a rapid drop in blood pressure, emergency medical care should be sought immediately.
As of the recall notice, no illnesses had been reported in connection with the affected ZoRaw chocolate products. The CFIA said its food safety investigation is ongoing, meaning additional products could be added if inspectors identify more affected lots or distribution channels.
For now, the advice is simple: check the brand, product name, size, UPC and lot code before eating. For consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities, recalled products should be avoided completely.
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