The FDA‘s recent announcement involving a recall of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips has sparked widespread attention. As the details about the reason for the recall surfaced, questions about product safety were raised. Many are curious about why the FDA recalled Lay’s classic potato chips.
Here’s a closer look at the situation.
FDA recalls 13 ounces bags of Lay’s classic potato chips
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a recall of 13-ounce bags of Lay’s classic potato chips. It comes after undeclared milk was found in the product, creating a potential health risk for those with milk allergies. According to the statement, the recall involves 6,344 bags distributed to retail and online outlets in Oregon and Washington, with availability starting November 3, 2024.
The statement read: “Frito-Lay today issued a recall of a limited number of 13 oz. bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips that may contain undeclared milk, after being alerted through a consumer contact. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the recalled product.”
Consumers can identify the affected products by checking for a “Guaranteed Fresh” date of “11 FEB 2025” and manufacturing codes “6462307xx” or “6463307xx.” Frito-Lay is urging anyone with these chips to discard them immediately if they have a milk allergy or sensitivity. The company emphasized that consuming the recalled product could cause serious allergic reactions. However, no incidents have been reported as of now.
The issue came to light following a consumer inquiry, prompting Frito-Lay to act swiftly. The statement clarified that the recall impacts no other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes, or variety packs. It stated, “No allergic reactions related to this matter have been reported to date. No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.”
Allergen-related recalls are not uncommon in the food industry. Earlier this year, over 1,600 chocolate bars and nearly 79,000 pounds of butter were recalled due to similar labeling oversights.
