USA LESS Co. Recalls Rhino Choco VIP 10X Over Hidden Prescription Drug

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (February 27, 2026) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that USA LESS Co. (USALESS.COM) is voluntarily recalling its “Rhino Choco VIP 10X” chocolate products due to the presence of undeclared tadalafil. Tadalafil is an FDA-approved prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. The inclusion of this active pharmaceutical ingredient in a consumer food product poses a severe health risk, as it can interact dangerously with other prescription medications.

Rhino Choco Recall: Quick Summary

USA LESS Co. has issued a recall for its Rhino Choco VIP 10X chocolate, sold online and in various retail stores. The recall was triggered because the chocolates contain tadalafil, which is not listed on the product label. Tadalafil is the active ingredient in Cialis, and when consumed unknowingly by individuals taking nitrates for heart conditions or diabetes, it can cause a life-threatening drop in blood pressure. Consumers are urged to stop using the product immediately and return it for a refund.

What Happened?

The FDA and USA LESS Co. announced the recall after it was discovered that the Rhino Choco VIP 10X products contained hidden active pharmaceutical ingredients. The company stated that the product “has been immediately removed from our online store until we are certain that the problem has been corrected.”

In its recall alert, the FDA warned that “the undeclared ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs, such as nitroglycerin, and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.” The agency emphasized that individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease frequently take nitrates, putting them at the highest risk for adverse events.

This type of recall—often referred to as a “tainted supplement” or “tainted food” recall—is common in products marketed for sexual enhancement, where manufacturers illegally spike products with prescription erectile dysfunction drugs to guarantee efficacy while marketing them as “all-natural.”

Affected Products

The recall applies to the following specific product sold in retail stores and online:

Brand	Product	Size	UPC Code	Expiration Date	Issue
RHINO CHOCO VIP 10X	Chocolate	10 gr, 12 pc package	724087947668	10/2027	Undeclared Tadalafil

Note: The product is packaged in a black cardboard box. The UPC code and expiration date are stamped on the back of the packaging.

What Caused the Issue?

The cause of the recall is the illegal inclusion of tadalafil in a product marketed as food (chocolate). Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. When PDE-5 inhibitors are combined with nitrate medications (like nitroglycerin patches or pills), they cause blood vessels to relax excessively, leading to a sudden, profound, and potentially fatal drop in blood pressure.

Because the drug is undeclared on the label, consumers with underlying cardiovascular conditions cannot protect themselves from the interaction. While no illnesses have been officially reported in this specific FDA notice, the inherent risk to public health is extreme.

Questions You Might Have

1. What is Tadalafil? It is the active pharmaceutical ingredient found in the prescription drug Cialis, used to treat erectile dysfunction.
2. Why is it dangerous in chocolate? Because it is an unlisted prescription drug. If someone taking heart medication (nitrates) eats the chocolate, the drug interaction can cause a fatal drop in blood pressure.
3. Was this sold nationwide? The product was sold in retail stores and through online sites, making it accessible nationwide.
4. Has anyone died or gotten sick? The FDA notice does not list any confirmed adverse events or illnesses linked to this specific recall as of February 27.
5. How do I identify the recalled chocolate? Look for a black cardboard box labeled “Rhino Choco VIP 10X” with UPC 724087947668 on the back.
6. I don’t take heart medication. Is it safe for me? No. The FDA advises all consumers to avoid products illegally spiked with prescription drugs, as the dosage and manufacturing quality are completely unregulated and could cause other adverse effects.
7. Can I get a refund? Yes. Consumers who purchased the product from usaless.com or retail stores are urged to return it for a full refund.
8. Who can I contact at the company? You can contact USA LESS Co. at 1-800-872-5377 or via email at [email protected].

Here’s What You Should Do

• Check Your Pantry/Stash: Look for the 10-gram, 12-piece black cardboard boxes of Rhino Choco VIP 10X.
• Verify the UPC: Check the back of the box for UPC 724087947668 and an expiration of 10/2027.
• Stop Consuming: Do not eat the chocolate.
• Consult a Doctor: If you have consumed this product and take nitrates or blood pressure medication, or if you feel dizzy or unwell, seek medical attention immediately.
• Return for Refund: Contact the company or return the product to the retail location where you purchased it.

Behind the Brand

Products utilizing the “Rhino” naming convention have a long history of FDA warnings. Over the past decade, the FDA has issued dozens of alerts regarding “Rhino” branded sexual enhancement pills, capsules, and chocolates because they consistently test positive for undeclared prescription drugs like sildenafil (Viagra) and tadalafil (Cialis). These products often masquerade as dietary supplements or novelty foods, bypassing the rigorous safety and dosage testing required for pharmaceuticals.

Other Relevant Recalls

This alert adds to a busy month of safety violations spanning both food and supplements. Recently, Ambrosia Brands recalled Rosabella Moringa Capsules due to a severe, antibiotic-resistant Salmonella outbreak.

In a similar “tainted food” incident, Akkarco LLC recently recalled energy honey products after FDA testing found hidden tadalafil, mirroring the exact chemical hazard found in the Rhino Choco recall.

Related Tainted Product Alert: Hidden Drugs in Herbal Supplements (March 2026) The Rhino Choco recall highlights a broader, dangerous trend of manufacturers illegally spiking consumer novelty products and dietary supplements with prescription erectile dysfunction drugs. In a strikingly similar safety alert, the FDA announced that Primal Supplements Group LLC is voluntarily recalling its Primal Herbs Volume dietary supplement after laboratory testing confirmed the presence of undeclared sildenafil (the active ingredient in Viagra). Much like the tadalafil found in Rhino Choco, sildenafil can interact fatally with nitrates found in common heart and blood pressure medications, causing a sudden and life-threatening drop in blood pressure. Because the product is deceptively marketed as an “all-natural” herbal supplement, medically vulnerable consumers are at an incredibly high risk of accidental exposure. For complete packaging details, affected order dates, and refund instructions, read our detailed report: Primal Herbs Recalls Volume Supplement Over Hidden Viagra Risk.

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, noted:

“When a manufacturer spikes a consumer food product with a prescription drug, it bypasses every safety mechanism in the supply chain. These aren’t accidental cross-contaminations like an undeclared allergen; these are intentional adulterations that put medically vulnerable consumers in immediate danger.”

Broader Pattern

The FDA maintains a dedicated database of tainted sexual enhancement products. Despite continuous regulatory crackdowns, these products frequently reappear on the market under slightly modified names or new packaging (like transitioning from a capsule to a chocolate or honey). Because they are sold online and in convenience stores, tracking and removing the inventory is incredibly difficult once a recall is initiated.

Ensuring Safe Eats

Consumers should exercise extreme caution when purchasing supplements or novelty foods that promise rapid physical enhancements or claim to be “all-natural” alternatives to prescription medications. If a product’s claims sound too good to be true, it likely contains hidden, unregulated pharmaceutical ingredients.

At Source86, we help food brands manage ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, and private label production with transparency and precision, ensuring that the supply chain remains free of adulterated materials.

For more information, to inquire about food safety solutions, or to report a concern, please visit our contact page at https://source86.com/contact/.