NEWSWEEK – Lay’s potato chips have been recalled across two states, and the FDA has set its highest risk level for the recalled chips.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled 6,344 bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips across Oregon and Washington on December 13, and gave their risk classification on January 27.
Product photo of the Lay’s Classic Chips recalled in Washington and Oregon. FDA
Why It Matters
The chips have been classified under a Class 1 recall, meaning, per the FDA, exposure or consumption of the chips could cause “serious adverse health consequences or death.”
In this case, they were given this high classification because the chips contained undeclared milk. Milk is one of the FDA’s eight “major food allergens,” meaning it is one of the food products that can lead to hives, cramps, dizziness, swollen vocal cords, and even unconsciousness among those who are allergic to it.
What To Know
The recall was voluntarily initiated by Lay’s in December across Washington and Oregon retail and e-commerce outlets.
The company said it was alerted to the undeclared allergen after being contacted by a customer. Lay’s also said that its 13 oz. bag of classic chips was the only type of chip being recalled. All other Lay’s chips are safe to eat …
Company Announcement
Frito-Lay Consumer Relations, PLANO, Texas – December 16, 2024 – 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.
The product included in this recall was distributed to certain retail stores and e-commerce distributors in Oregon and Washington. Consumers would have been able to purchase these chips as early as November 3, 2024.
No allergic reactions related to this matter have been reported to date.
No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.
The recalled product is in a flexible bag, and the specific information is listed HERE.
