HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A nationwide cake mix recall has been escalated to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most serious classification — a Class I recall — after it was determined that the products contain an undeclared milk allergen that could pose a life-threatening risk to consumers with allergies.
The recall, originally initiated in December by B.C. Williams Bakery Service, covers multiple cake and bread mixes that were distributed across the country. The FDA warns that exposure to the product could result in serious adverse health consequences or death, particularly for individuals with milk allergies.
The products impacted by the recall are as follows:
- Spice Cake Mix; 50 lb. multi-wall, kraft, poly-lined moisture-proof bags, Batch 221
- Bread and Roll Mix; 50 lb. multi-wall, kraft, poly-lined moisture proof bags, Lot #072225-217, Lot #072225-218, Lot #080325-200, Lot #080325-201, Lot #081625-203, Lot #081625-204, Lot #092225-222, Lot #092225-223, Lot #092225-224, Lot #092225-225, Lot #092225-226, Lot #092225-227, Lot #092225-228, Lot #101725-208, Lot #101725-209
- Swiss Chocolate Cake Mix; 50 lb. multi-wall, kraft, poly-lined moisture-proof bags, Lot #072925-220 and Lot #071825-36
Officials are urging consumers to check their pantries and avoid using the affected mixes. Those with severe allergies are advised to dispose of or return any recalled products and to seek immediate medical help if symptoms occur after consumption…