Frito-Lay Recall: Milk Allergen Found in Lay’s Chips
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of specific 13 oz. bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to an undeclared milk allergen. The recall affects products sold in Oregon and Washington as early as November 3. While no allergic reactions have been reported, individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities are urged not to consume the product.According to the FDA, milk is one of the eight major food allergens, and its presence must be clearly disclosed on food labels under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004.Details of the Recalled Product
The impacted Lay’s Classic Potato Chips feature:
Consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities should immediately discard the recalled chips and avoid consumption. The FDA’s announcement reminds the public that undeclared allergens pose a risk of severe or life-threatening allergic reactions.Allergen Labeling Standards
Under FDA regulations, food labels must clearly indicate the presence of major allergens such as milk. Ingredients that include allergens, like buttermilk, must explicitly mention the allergen’s source in parentheses or in a "contains" statement near the ingredients list.This recall underscores the importance of accurate labeling, as even a small omission can have significant health implications. Earlier this year, a similar issue led to the recall of 80,000 pounds of butter sold at Costco due to undeclared milk.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of specific 13 oz. bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to an undeclared milk allergen. The recall affects products sold in Oregon and Washington as early as November 3. While no allergic reactions have been reported, individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities are urged not to consume the product.According to the FDA, milk is one of the eight major food allergens, and its presence must be clearly disclosed on food labels under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004.Details of the Recalled Product
The impacted Lay’s Classic Potato Chips feature:
- UPC Number: 2840031041
- Guaranteed Fresh Date: February 11, 2025
- Manufacturing Codes: 6462307xx or 6463307xx
Consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities should immediately discard the recalled chips and avoid consumption. The FDA’s announcement reminds the public that undeclared allergens pose a risk of severe or life-threatening allergic reactions.Allergen Labeling Standards
Under FDA regulations, food labels must clearly indicate the presence of major allergens such as milk. Ingredients that include allergens, like buttermilk, must explicitly mention the allergen’s source in parentheses or in a "contains" statement near the ingredients list.This recall underscores the importance of accurate labeling, as even a small omission can have significant health implications. Earlier this year, a similar issue led to the recall of 80,000 pounds of butter sold at Costco due to undeclared milk.
