Utz Quality Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Utz® Wavy Original Potato Chips in Metro New York Area

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Utz Quality Foods, LLC. issues a voluntary recall for 88 cases of Utz® 2.75 oz. Wavy Original Potato Chips due to an undeclared milk allergen. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that some bags contained seasoned chips instead of plain ones. The affected products were distributed in New York State and primarily within New York City. No illnesses associated with the recall have been reported. Consumers with a milk allergy should not consume the products and can contact Utz Customer Care for a refund.

HANOVER, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Utz Quality Foods, LLC., is issuing a voluntary recall for 88 cases of Utz^® 2.75 oz. Wavy Original Potato Chips due to an undeclared milk allergen. This recall was initiated after Utz learned that approximately 1200 single-serve bags contained Utz^® Wavy Original Potato Chips flavored with seasoning instead of plain Utz^® Wavy Original Potato Chips. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Bag Front: The expiration date may be found in the upper right corner of the bag. (Photo: Business Wire)

The items subject to this voluntary recall were distributed to retail outlets only in New York State and primarily within New York City.

NO ILLNESSES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS VOLUNTARY RECALL HAVE BEEN REPORTED TO DATE.

The items and related expiration dates being voluntarily recalled include:

Item Description	UPC	Expiration Date
Utz® 2.75 oz. Wavy Original Potato Chips	0-41780-19014-7	May 06, 2024

No other Utz^® products are being recalled at this time.

Consumers with a milk allergy should NOT eat the products subject to this voluntary recall. Consumers who purchased the recalled product may discard it and contact the Utz Customer Care team for a refund (Email: customerservice@utzsnacks.com, Phone: 1-800-367-7629 Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Time). Retailers should check their inventories and shelves to confirm that none of the products are present or available for purchase by consumers.

About Utz Quality Foods, LLC
Utz Quality Foods, LLC manufactures a diverse portfolio of savory snacks. For more information about Utz® or its products, please visit www.utzsnacks.com or call 1-800-FOR-SNAX.

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Kevin J. Brick, Media Contact

E: kbrick@utzsnacks.com

Phone: (717) 637-1759

Source: Utz Quality Foods, LLC.

FAQ

What is the reason for the recall of Utz® 2.75 oz. Wavy Original Potato Chips?

The recall was initiated due to an undeclared milk allergen in some bags, which may pose a risk to individuals with a milk allergy.

Where were the affected products distributed?

The affected products were distributed to retail outlets in New York State, primarily within New York City.

Have there been any reported illnesses associated with the recall?

No, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the recall to date.

What should consumers with a milk allergy do?

Consumers with a milk allergy should not consume the products subject to the recall and can contact Utz Customer Care for a refund.

How can retailers handle the affected products?

Retailers should check their inventories and shelves to confirm that none of the products are present or available for purchase by consumers.