Milk that was sold in 27 states has been called back: Avoid and Get Your Money Back
Milk sold in 27 states across the U.S. has been recalled recently because HP Hood LLC voluntarily recalled several types of Lactaid milk. Why? Possible contamination with almonds, which is very scary for people who are allergic to nuts. Let’s go over what you need to know about this recall and what you should do if you bought any of the bad products.
Why is the milk being called back?

Because almonds might be in five types of HP Hood LLC’s Lactaid milk in 96-ounce containers, the company has decided to recall them voluntarily.1. The recall happened because regular maintenance checks found that there might have been small amounts of almonds in the milk. This is a big problem because almonds are a common allergen that wasn’t listed on the milk’s label.
At this point, no health problems have been reported, but the company stressed that the recall is “out of an abundance of caution” to protect customers from possible allergic reactions.
Products and states that are affected
Five different kinds of Lactaid milk are being recalled:
Milk with Lactaid in it
Lactaid with 2% milk
Lactaid with 1% milk
Lactaid Milk Without Fat
Lactaid 2% Milk with Extra Calcium2

Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming were some of the states that got these goods.3. The affected containers have the code 51-4109 P2 written on the top middle part of them.
What to Do If You Have Milk That Was Called Back
There are some Lactaid milk products that have been recalled, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says you shouldn’t eat them. Instead, take the item back to where you bought it to get a full refund or exchange. This step is very important to make sure you are safe, especially if you or someone in your family is allergic to almonds.
HP Hood LLC has said that it is doing everything it can to make sure that this problem doesn’t spread to any other products. Customers should check the FDA’s website often to see any new information about the recall and any other products that are affected.

Why this recall is important
The possibility of almond contamination is not just a small problem with the labeling; it is a major health risk for people who are allergic to nuts. Almonds can cause severe allergic reactions that can turn into anaphylaxis, a condition that can kill you. The allergen wasn’t listed on the packaging, which makes this recall even more important for people who know they are sensitive. The milk is being taken back because of the lack of information.
So far, no illnesses have been linked to the recalled products. However, there is still a chance of a serious allergic reaction, which shows how important it is to pay attention to these warnings.

How the problem was found
The risk of contamination was found during a regular maintenance check. This is something that food manufacturers do to make sure their products are safe and of good quality. The small amounts of almonds were found during the production process, which is why the milk was recalled right away to protect consumers from any harm.
Regular checks like these are important for finding hidden contaminants in food. In this case, they helped find the problem before any illnesses were reported.

Learn things and stay safe.
This recall is a good reminder of how important it is to know about the things we eat, especially when it comes to foods that might contain allergens. If you have the recalled batch of Lactaid milk in your fridge, check the label to see if it’s that milk. If it is, return it to the store. When it comes to food safety, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
You can go to the FDA website to learn more about the recall and see a full list of the products and states that are affected. To stay up to date on how things are going with this, make sure you read any future announcements or call HP Hood Consumer Affairs at 800-242-2423. The line is open from 9 a.m. ET to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.