**The Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) has escalated the recall of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips after the discovery of undeclared milk, leading to a serious health advisory for consumers in specific states.**
**F.D.A. Elevates Recall of Certain Lay’s Potato Chips Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen**
**F.D.A. Elevates Recall of Certain Lay’s Potato Chips Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen**
**Severe warning issued for over 6,000 bags potentially hazardous to milk allergy sufferers.**
The Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) has significantly raised the alert level surrounding the recall of 6,344 bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips, now categorizing it as a Class I recall, which represents the highest severity due to the potential risk of severe allergic reactions, or even death, for those sensitive to milk. The recall is limited to consumers in Washington and Oregon who may have purchased these 13-ounce bags.
Initially issued by Frito-Lay last month, the recall stemmed from the discovery that some bags may contain "undeclared milk," posing a risk primarily to individuals with known milk allergies or sensitivities. The F.D.A.'s upgrade indicates a much higher potential for serious health issues associated with the product's consumption.
Consumers who might be affected should check for the "guaranteed fresh" date of February 11, 2025, on their bags, along with the manufacturing codes 6462307xx or 6463307xx, to identify potentially contaminated products. Thankfully, there are no reports of allergic reactions linked to these chips to date.
The F.D.A. operates with three classifications for recalls—Class I being the most severe, indicating a scenario where exposure to the product is likely to lead to serious health consequences. Moreover, this regulatory action comes amidst a backdrop of limited public health communications following recent governmental policy changes.
In light of the warning, consumers are advised to remain vigilant, particularly those with an allergy to milk. No other Lay’s products or varieties have been implicated in this recall, though the circumstances around the classification and the communications from the F.D.A. raise questions about the agency’s current operational transparency.
