Lactaid Milk Was Recalled Throughout 27 States Because of ‘Hint Quantities of Almond’

A preferred various milk is being recalled throughout the nation as it could comprise an undeclared allergen. 

On September 20, Hood and the Meals and Drug Administration (FDA) introduced a voluntary recall of particular 96-ounce containers of Lactaid Milk as it could comprise “hint quantities of almond, which isn’t listed on the label,” the FDA shared in its announcement. “Individuals who have an allergy or extreme sensitivity to almonds could run the danger of significant or life-threatening allergic response in the event that they eat these merchandise.” Because the FDA famous, the potential subject was found on account of a “routine upkeep program, which revealed the potential for hint quantities of almond.”

It is necessary to notice that no sicknesses have been reported to this point, however the product continues to be being recalled out of what Hood referred to as an “abundance of warning.”

“HP Hood, the producer of Lactaid Milk merchandise, has lengthy acknowledged shopper and public well being issues associated to the potential presence of undeclared allergens in meals merchandise,” a consultant for the model shared with ABC in an announcement. “Hood’s allergen and sanitation administration packages are aligned with all regulatory and trade requirements.” 

Particularly, the 96 oz containers have been shipped to retailers and wholesalers between September 5 to September 18 in Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. It consists of fat-free, entire milk, 2% milk, 1% milk, and calcium-enriched milk varieties.

The recalled containers additionally include the code “51-4109 P2” and a selected checklist of “finest purchase” dates, which might be discovered right here. Each the code and finest purchase date might be discovered within the center-top space of the container.

In case you bought the product, you may return it to the place the place you discovered it for a full refund or trade. These with extra questions can contact HP Hood instantly at 800-242-2423 from Monday by way of Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET.