The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-1609-2014·Announced 2014-03-12

Diamond Foods Recalls Bakes Sea Salt Potato Chips Due to Undeclared Milk

Diamond Foods Inc is recalling Bakes Sea Salt Potato Chips because they may contain undeclared milk, which poses a risk to individuals with milk allergies.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Additionally, undeclared milk is a major allergen that can trigger severe allergic reactions.

Plain-English summary

Diamond Foods Inc. has initiated a recall of Bakes Sea Salt Potato Chips, Kettle Brand (Item 07-10982-000). The product is packaged in 4 oz. retail bags, with 15 bags per case. Specific identifiers include Bag UPC 84114 10984 2 and Case UPC 84114 10982 5.

The recall was issued due to the potential presence of undeclared milk in the product. This poses a health risk to consumers who have milk allergies or severe milk sensitivities, as they may be unaware of this ingredient when consuming the chips.

The affected products were distributed directly in Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. The recalled items have a Best By Date of 01MAY14 and Case Manufacturing Codes ranging from 09309210 05:00 through 09309210 10:30.

Consumers who purchased these products should check their packaging for the specified UPC codes and dates. If they have the affected items, they should not consume them and should contact Diamond Foods Inc. for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Bakes Sea Salt Potato Chips, Kettle Brand, Item 07-10982-000. It is packaged in a 4 oz. retail bag, 15 bags per case. Bag UPC 84114 10984 2. Case UPC 84114 10982 5.
Manufacturer
Diamond Foods Inc

Distribution

Distributed in 8 states:

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