Waffle Recall Update: FDA issues highest risk level for contaminated products
The FDA has set the highest risk level for a recent waffle recall due to potential contamination
On Thursday, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall of Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix as a Class I danger, the agency's highest risk level. The recall affects 2-pound cartons of the product, which were manufactured by The Quaker Oats Company, a subsidiary of Frito-Lay, Inc. This classification indicates a serious risk to consumer health and safety.
The initial recall was voluntarily issued by Quaker Oats on January 14, prompted by concerns that the product may contain undeclared milk, a serious allergen for some individuals. The contamination poses a risk of severe allergic reactions, particularly for those with milk allergies, making it crucial for consumers to check their purchases and follow the necessary safety steps.
Why is it a Class I recall?
The FDA states that a Class I recall is issued when there is a "reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will result in serious adverse health consequences or death."
This product is manufactured by The Quaker Oats Company, a subsidiary of Frito-Lay, Inc. Photo: Amazon
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, 2 to 3 percent of children under the age of 3 have a milk allergy. While around 80 percent outgrow the allergy by the age of 16, some individuals experience it for life. For those with a milk allergy, consuming milk can trigger anaphylaxis, a rare and potentially life-threatening reaction that can impair breathing and cause the body to go into shock.
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What products are affected?
The FDA update reveals that 10,000 cartons of Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix were initially recalled. These products were distributed to stores in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Utah, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, and Wisconsin.
Here is what we know until now:
- UPC code number: 30000 65040
- Code date: BBD SEP 13 25 P.
- The FDA says that the product could have been purchased from November 18, 2024 onward.
- No other Quaker Oats Company or Pearl Milling Company products were impacted by the recall
