Lay’s Chips Recalled Just a Few Days Before the Holidays Due to ‘Life-Threatening’ Allergic Reactions
Find out why Lays recalled their chips and what to do if you have the affected bags at home
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Frito-Lay Chips issued a recall for its beloved Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to a heightened risk of “serious or life-threatening allergic reaction[s].” We have everything you need to know about the recall, including what to do if you have contaminated products in your home.
What you need to know about the Lay’s chips recall
The Frito-Lay company announced the recall after receiving complaints that “a limited number of 13 oz. bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips that may contain undeclared milk.”
This means that certain bags of chips that the company sent out contained milk but did not mark them as such.
In doing so, people with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of allergic reactions if they consume the recalled product. The company has recalled them to try to avoid any “life-threatening” or “serious” complications that could come from eating the unmarked products.
As of now, the recall has only been issued in Oregon and Washington states, although according to the FDA, people in those states could have bought the mislabeled bags of chips as early as November 3. However, no allergy outbreaks have been reported thus farm, but it was updated to a “Class I,” recall as of January 27, which is their highest risk level.
How to identify the recalled bags
In the press release obtained by Woman’s World, the FDA detailed that the recalled bags will have a “Guaranteed Fresh” date of February 11, 2025, and will have either 6462307xx or 6463307xx as their manufacturing codes.
No other types of chips have been recalled at this point.
As of the publication date, Lay’s has yet to comment on the recall but has since posted on Instagram promoting its sour cream & onion flavored chips.
What to do if you have the recalled chips
If you’re in Oregon or Washington and have purchased Lay’s Classic Potato Chips, check your bag for the specified date and codes. If you have one of the recalled bags, the FDA advises:
- Dispose of the Product: Throw the chips away immediately.
- Contact Frito-Lay Consumer Relations:
- Phone Number: 1-800-352-4477
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST
If you’ve consumed the chips and are concerned about a potential allergic reaction, contact your healthcare provider. You may also be entitled to compensation or reimbursement from Frito-Lay.
Why food recalls are on the rise
It seems as though every week, there is a new recall, and while it may seem overwhelming and scary, most of the time, it’s not as bad as you think. A lot of the time, the recalls are only for specific batches of the products in certain states.
There have been some bigger ones, like when 80,000 pounds of Costco butter was recalled for not labeling that it contained milk—just like Lay’s. But even then, if you bought the product and don’t have a known reaction to milk, you are most likely going to be okay. The recalls are just in place as a precaution to warn people who may be affected by the mixup.
Staying safe during food recalls
To stay safe against food recalls:
- Check labels regularly: Always read labels, especially if you have allergies or intolerances.
- Stay updated: Follow FDA recall announcements to remain informed.
- Examine products closely: Look for anything unusual in packaging or appearance.
For more information on food recalls and safety tips, visit the FDA website or your local health department.
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