Kayco has recalled its Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos because they might contain undeclared milk.
The Bayonne NJ company issued the recall through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday.
Newsweek has contacted Kayco, via email, for comment.
Why It Matters
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume products containing it.
Milk, along with eggs and wheat, are among the nine major food allergens as defined in U.S. law, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
"Food allergic reactions vary in severity from mild symptoms involving hives and lip swelling to severe, life-threatening symptoms, often called anaphylaxis, that may involve fatal respiratory problems and shock," the FDA says.
What To Know
Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos, 2.47 oz., with the lot code 02092024, have been pulled off shelves. The UPC code is 840762044535 and the UPC code is 10840762044549.
No other products have been affected by this recall.
While the Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos were distributed to stores nationwide, they were predominantly sold in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut regions, during the weeks between October 13 last year and February 14 this year. Some items were sold on Amazon.
As of Friday, the company had received no reports of injury or illness.
The risk classification of the recall (Class I, Class II or Class III) has not yet been determined.
What People Are Saying
Kayco said: "We immediately informed all retailers who had purchased this lot code about this recall and instructed them to inspect their inventory or remove any potential affected product on their shelves."
The FDA says: "Of the major food allergens, milk represents the most common cause of recalls due to undeclared allergens. The five food types most often involved in food allergen recalls were bakery products, snack foods, candy, dairy products, and dressings (such as salad dressings, sauces, and gravies).
"Within the candy category, the FDA has received many reports of undeclared milk in dark chocolate products, highlighting this food type as a higher risk product for consumers allergic to milk."
What Happens Next
If you have purchased Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos, you should check whether yours are part of Lot Code 02092024.
If so, you can return the product for credit or a refund. If you experience an allergic reaction, you should report to a medical provider as soon as possible.
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