The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has assigned a Class II risk classification to a nationwide recall of butter due to the presence of an undeclared milk allergen.
Missouri-based Bunge North America Inc. voluntarily initiated the recall on July 14, affecting 64,800 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product may not list milk on its ingredient label.
The specific product being recalled is packaged in white paperboard cases containing 36 blocks each. The affected cases are marked with UPC code 1 00 78684 73961 2 and lot code 5064036503. The butter was sent to 12 distribution centers across the United States and one in the Dominican Republic.
An FDA Class II recall signifies a situation where exposure to a product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, with a remote probability of serious adverse effects. Milk is one of nine major food allergens legally required to be identified on food labels.
Allergic reactions to milk can range from mild symptoms, such as hives or digestive problems, to severe and potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. The FDA advises that the recall is ongoing and urges consumers with milk allergies to check their products to avoid potential health risks.
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