Frito-Lay Recalls Tostitos Chips Sold in 13 States for ‘Undeclared’ Allergen 

Frito-Lay Issues Recall for Tostitos Chips in 13 States Due to Undeclared Allergen

Frito-Lay, a popular snack brand, has recently announced a voluntary recall of one of its products sold in 13 states across the United States. The company issued the recall after discovering a potential contamination that could pose a risk to individuals with dairy allergies. This recall is the second incident related to this specific issue within three months, raising concerns among consumers and health authorities.

The product in question is the 13 oz. bag of Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips. The contamination involves the possible inclusion of nacho cheese tortilla chips, which may contain an “undeclared milk” allergen. Consumers who are lactose intolerant or have dairy allergies are advised to check for the “guaranteed fresh” date on the packaging, listed as May 20, 2025. Additionally, the manufacturing code on the affected products should have the last two digits falling between 30 and 55.

Approximately 1,300 bags of the recalled Tostitos chips were distributed to 13 states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Frito-Lay has emphasised that food safety is their top priority and that they take all reports concerning the quality of their products seriously. The company has urged consumers who are allergic or sensitive to dairy to refrain from consuming the affected Tostitos chips.

While Frito-Lay maintains that the product is safe for consumption for those without dairy allergies, they have advised all consumers to discard any remaining bags of the recalled chips to avoid any potential health risks. Although the company initiated the recall voluntarily, they have informed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about the situation and are cooperating with regulatory authorities to address the issue promptly.

This is not the first instance of Frito-Lay recalling a product due to allergen contamination. In a similar incident in December, the company recalled over 6,000 bags of 13 oz. Lay’s Classic Potato Chips after the presence of an allergen was detected. The FDA classified the risk associated with that recall as a Class 1 risk, indicating a high probability of serious health consequences or even death upon exposure to the contaminated product.

As of now, Frito-Lay’s recall of the Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips has raised awareness about allergen safety and quality control measures in food production. Consumers are reminded to check product labels for allergen information and to report any concerns about food safety to the relevant authorities. The company’s swift action in recalling the affected products demonstrates their commitment to ensuring consumer well-being and upholding food safety standards.