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Food Recall Warning (Allergen) - Ruffles brand Regular Potato Chips recalled due to undeclared milk
- Recall date:
- May 25, 2018
- Reason for recall:
- Allergen - Milk
- Hazard classification:
- Class 1
- Company / Firm:
- PepsiCo Foods Canada
- Distribution:
- Ontario
- Extent of the distribution:
- Retail
- Reference number:
- 12280
Recall details
Ottawa, May 25, 2018 - PepsiCo Foods Canada is recalling Ruffles brand Regular Potato Chips from the marketplace because they may contain milk which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk should not consume the recalled product described below.
Recalled products
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | UPC | Code(s) on Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruffles | Regular Potato Chips | 220 g | 0 60410 90135 9 | JL 17 (*indicates the time) |
What you should do
Check to see if you have recalled product in your home. Recalled product should be thrown out or returned to the store where it was purchased.
If you have an allergy to milk, do not consume the recalled product as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction.
Background
This recall was triggered by the company. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.
The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace.
Illnesses
There have been no reported reactions associated with the consumption of this product.
Product photos
Ruffles Regular Potato Chips, 220 grams - Front
Ruffles Regular Potato Chips, 220 grams - Back
Ruffles Regular Potato Chips, 220 grams - Code
Public enquiries and media
- Public enquiries
- Toll-free: 1-800-442-2342 (Canada and U.S.)
Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)
Email: information@inspection.gc.ca - Media relations
- Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@inspection.gc.ca
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