Texas Gearharts Chocolate Glass Recall Lawsuit

Gearharts Fine Chocolates recalled 4,703 pieces of chocolate that were shipped to Texas and 16 other states after broken glass was found in a finished piece.

Need a Texas Food Injury Lawyer? Collen A. Clark is a true advocate for his clients and is passionate about helping Texans that have been injured or wronged. If you were injured after eating Gearharts Fine Chocolates that were recalled for broken glass contamination, contact our lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit.

Information About the Gearharts Chocolate Recall

• Manufacturer: Gearharts Fine Chocolates, Inc. of Charlottesville, Virginia
• Product name: Gearharts Fine Chocolates (4-oz. and 8-oz. packages)
• Recall date: September 22, 2026
• FDA classification: Class II, assigned October 16, 2026
• Number of products: 4,703 pieces of chocolate
• Risk: Broken glass was found in a finished piece of chocolate
• Best-by dates: October 1 through October 21, 2026
• Official source: FDA Enforcement Report, Recall No. H-0096-2027

What Happened?

In September 2026, Gearharts Fine Chocolates, Inc. issued a voluntary recall fo 4,703 individual pieces of chocolate that were sold in 4-ounce and 8-ounce packages because broken glass was found in a finished piece of chocolate.

The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall on October 16, 2026 and it is listed under recall number H-0096-2027.

How Was the Glass Discovered?

Gearharts is an artisan chocolatier that is known for selling gourmet gift boxes and handmade assortment. The company told the Houston Chronicle that no injuries were reported, but a company employee found broken glass in a finished candy. The recall was issued “out of an abundance of caution.”

What Are the Dangers of Eating Glass in Chocolate?

Broken glass in a piece of chocolate may not be visible before the first bite. There were no reports of any injuries, but FDA guidance warns that broken glass in food may produce injuries like:

• Damage to the teeth
• Lacerations (cuts) to the mouth and throat
• Perforation of the intestine

What Products Were Recalled?

• Gearharts Fine Chocolates, 4-ounce package — UPC 8 98111 00205 7
• Gearharts Fine Chocolates, 8-ounce package — UPC 8 98111 00206
• Best-by dates — October 1 through October 21, 2026
• FDA recall number — H-0096-2027

Were The Recalled Gearharts Chocolates Sold in Texas?

Yes. Texas is one of 17 states that received the recalled chocolates, along with California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington.

Legal Help for Gearharts Chocolate Injury Victims in Texas

Under Texas law, companies that manufacture and sell food can be held responsible if the product is contaminated and it injures a consumer. The victims may be entitled to compensation for injuries, pain and suffering, dental work, medical bills, lost wages, and more.

If you believe you were harmed, contact our lawyers for a free case review.

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