Don’t eat this chip until you’ve seen the latest recall warning
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If you're a fan of salty snacks, you might want to hit pause before reaching into that familiar bag of chips.
A popular product from a snack giant has been urgently recalled—one that could pose a severe or even fatal risk.
At The GrayVine, we’re here to break down what you need to know, what to look for, and why this is more than just a label mix-up.
Frito-Lay has announced a recall of its Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips, including the nacho cheese variety, due to an undeclared milk allergen.
The oversight might seem small, but for people with a milk allergy, the risk is serious—and potentially life-threatening.
The FDA has elevated the recall to a Class I, the most urgent category, indicating there is a reasonable probability that consuming the product could cause severe health problems or death.
Consumers are being asked to check their packaging for these specific details:
Milk allergies are among the most common food allergies, especially in children.
The reactions can be mild—such as hives, wheezing, or digestive issues—but can also escalate into anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition that causes difficulty breathing, vomiting, skin rash, and even shock.
Unlike lactose intolerance, which causes discomfort, a milk allergy involves the immune system and can be fatal without immediate treatment.
More recall updates: Check your pantry: This popular snack's recall may affect your state
Frito-Lay lists 16 Tostitos varieties as milk-free on its website, including the one now under recall.
This mistake underscores the importance of clear and accurate food labeling, particularly for families managing food allergies.
Despite the mishap, no allergic reactions have been reported yet, but the FDA and Frito-Lay are urging customers with milk sensitivities to discard the product immediately.
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Recent studies confirm milk isn’t just a common allergen—it’s increasingly becoming one of the most dangerous. Research published in the Italian Journal of Pediatrics found that:
Food safety is a community issue. Have you ever experienced an allergy scare? Do you have tips for spotting and handling mislabeled products? Let’s look out for each other—share your thoughts and stories in the comments below.
Also read: This fizzy favorite just got a recall of more than 10,000 cans—here’s why
A popular product from a snack giant has been urgently recalled—one that could pose a severe or even fatal risk.
At The GrayVine, we’re here to break down what you need to know, what to look for, and why this is more than just a label mix-up.
Frito-Lay has announced a recall of its Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips, including the nacho cheese variety, due to an undeclared milk allergen.
The oversight might seem small, but for people with a milk allergy, the risk is serious—and potentially life-threatening.
The FDA has elevated the recall to a Class I, the most urgent category, indicating there is a reasonable probability that consuming the product could cause severe health problems or death.
Consumers are being asked to check their packaging for these specific details:
- "Guaranteed Fresh" date: May 20, 2025
- Manufacturing codes:
- 471106504 and 18 13:XX (where XX is between 30 and 55)
- 471106505 and 85 13:XX
- 471106506 and 85 13:XX
- 471106507 and 85 13:XX
Milk allergies are among the most common food allergies, especially in children.
The reactions can be mild—such as hives, wheezing, or digestive issues—but can also escalate into anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition that causes difficulty breathing, vomiting, skin rash, and even shock.
Unlike lactose intolerance, which causes discomfort, a milk allergy involves the immune system and can be fatal without immediate treatment.
More recall updates: Check your pantry: This popular snack's recall may affect your state
Frito-Lay lists 16 Tostitos varieties as milk-free on its website, including the one now under recall.
This mistake underscores the importance of clear and accurate food labeling, particularly for families managing food allergies.
Despite the mishap, no allergic reactions have been reported yet, but the FDA and Frito-Lay are urging customers with milk sensitivities to discard the product immediately.
More recall updates: Is your car a ticking time bomb? Urgent recall issued over fire risks!
Recent studies confirm milk isn’t just a common allergen—it’s increasingly becoming one of the most dangerous. Research published in the Italian Journal of Pediatrics found that:
- In the UK, milk was the most frequent cause of fatal food-related anaphylaxis in school-age children between 1998 and 2018.
- In Italy, eight out of nine fatal food allergy deaths in children under 18 from 2010 to 2023 were linked to milk.
Also read: This fizzy favorite just got a recall of more than 10,000 cans—here’s why
