Drinkers of Lactaid Milk take note: The manufacturer is recalling the product in over half the U.S. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall on Sept. 20, 2024, which affects gallons of Lactaid Milk made by HP Hood LLC. Here’s everything you need to know.
1. What’s Wrong With the Milk?
The recalled Lactaid Milk has the potential for an undeclared allergen. In this case, there may be traces of almond in the product, which is not disclosed on the label. That means that anyone with a tree nut allergy may have an adverse reaction. Luckily, no one has gotten sick yet. The problem was found during routine maintenance programs.
2. Which Products Are Being Recalled?
The recall is limited to 96-ounce containers of Lactaid Milk which were shipped to retailers and wholesalers from Sept. 5 through Sept. 18, 2024. It includes Lactaid Milk in 2%, 1%, Fat Free, Calcium Enriched Milk, and Whole Milk varieties.
3. Where Was the Milk Sold?
The recalled milk was sold in multiple retail stores in these 27 states: AL, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, TX, VA, WI, and WY.
4. How Can I Tell if My Milk is Recalled?
Recalled Milk will have the code “51-4109 P2” printed under the expiration date on the package, along with one of these expiration dates:
Lactaid Whole Milk:
- NOV 22 24
- NOV 23 24
- NOV 25 24
- NOV 26 24
- NOV 27 24
- NOV 28 24
- DEC 02 24
- DEC 03 24
- DEC 04 24
Lactaid 2% Milk:
- NOV 23 24
- NOV 24 24
- NOV 28 24
- NOV 29 24
- NOV 30 24
- DEC 01 24
- DEC 04 24
Lactaid 1% Milk:
- NOV 24 24
- NOV 25 24
- DEC 05 24
Lactaid Fat Free Milk:
- NOV 24 24
- NOV 25 24
Lactaid Calcium Enriched Milk:
- DEC 01 24
5. What Can I Do If I Have the Recalled Milk?
Customers who have the recalled Lactaid Milk can return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund, or call Hood Consumer Affairs at 800-242-2423 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. ET to 5 p.m. ET. For more information, visit HP Hood’s website.
