The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency recall for snacks containing undeclared milk.
The FDA confirmed the recall of Curvee Puffs Curry Flavored Corn Puff Snack Bags on January 20.
The recall includes 2.46 oz Shirakiku brand snacks distributed to retailers, restaurants and online businesses in 38 states, including California, Texas and New York.
Some of the recalled snack packs were also exported to Mexico.
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. initiated the recall on January 17 after individuals noticed that milk was not listed as an ingredient.
According to the announcement, the last products with this error shipped on January 10.
Customers with milk allergies who ingest this product may be at risk for life-threatening allergic reactions.
The product code on the UPC is 07441078512 and the FDA is urging shoppers who purchased the product to return them for a full refund.
The FDA announced a recall of Curvee Puffs Curry Flavored Corn Puff Snack Bags on January 20
The FDA advised customers who believe they have purchased recalled products to look for directions on how to receive a refund.
Customers who have not used the recalled product can, in most cases, receive a full refund from the store where they purchased it.
The FDA also advised buyers not to give the recalled product to other people or animals.
Customers who have placed the snack product on other surfaces may consider cleaning the items before reusing them.
According to the FDA, utensils that have come into contact with the contaminated food should be disinfected with one tablespoon of chlorine bleach to one liter of hot water.
After sanitization is complete, the FDA suggests that washing machines dry the utensils with a clean cloth or unused paper towel.
The organization recommended that customers wash their hands with soap and warm water after completing these steps.
According to MedlinePlus, following these steps would reduce the risk of consumers developing health problems as a result of the recall.
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. the product recall started on January 17 due to undeclared milk
Milk allergies are common in the US and can cause allergic reactions from the immune system.
Severe milk allergies can cause anaphylaxis reactions, which can be fatal.
A person who experiences mild allergic reactions from ingesting milk may experience vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or swelling of the lips or tongue.
In addition to anaphylaxis, serious symptoms include shortness of breath, breathing difficulties and a drop in blood pressure.
The FDA recommends that customers experiencing allergic reactions contact a medical professional for treatment.
Buyers also have the option to report the event or a complaint of illness on the website.
To date, no illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported as a result of ingesting the recalled Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack packet.
Severe milk allergies can cause anaphylaxis reactions, along with mild problems such as vomiting and abdominal pain
Shirakiku brand Corn Puffs weren't the only product recalled this month due to black milk.
The FDA issued a recall on Jan. 17 for multiple Monkey Spit brand barbecue sauces distributed to California's central coast for undeclared milk, soy and wheat.
The organization also issued recalls for undeclared monkfish liver milk distributed by New York Mutual Trading, Co., Pearl Milling Company's Pancake and Waffle Mix, and two types of NuGo brand nutrition bars.
Other recalls recently issued by the FDA include 1,350 boxes of Peach Mango Sorbet sold at Target and Wegmans, and Marketside Broccoli Florets sold in 20 states at Walmart.
