(News Nation) — Lactose-free dairy product Lactase has been recalled in 27 states because it may be contaminated with almonds, posing a risk to people with tree nut allergies.
Massachusetts-based dairy company HP Hood voluntarily A recall was issued The fines were issued Friday for 96-ounce containers of lactase milk shipped to certain retailers and wholesalers between Sept. 5 and Sept. 18. The products include whole milk, 1% milk, 2% milk, nonfat milk and 2% calcium-fortified milk.
According to the company's recall announcement, although almonds are not listed on the label, the recalled products may have contained traces of almonds.
No illnesses have been reported.
The recall only applies to products with the code 51-4109 P2 and a specific “best before” date. U.S. Food and Drug Administration websiteThe FDA posts company announcements about recalls and safety warnings as a courtesy.
States where the tainted milk was sold include Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
