Federal health officials have announced a recall of a brand of tortilla strips in nearly 24 states due to an undeclared allergen. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the manufacturer, Sugar Foods, initiated the recall after a consumer discovered the wrong product inside the packaging.
On November 19, Sugar Foods was alerted that the 3.5-ounce pouches of Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style actually contained Crispy Onions, which include wheat not listed on the packaging. While no illnesses have been reported, the FDA warned that people with wheat allergies or severe sensitivities could face serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the product.
Wheat is among the top nine food allergens in the U.S., capable of causing reactions from mild to severe, as per the Department of Agriculture. The mispackaged product was distributed in resealable pouches to 22 states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Utah, New Jersey, Texas, and Maine, between September 30, 2024, and November 11, 2024. It bears a best buy date of June 20, 2025, and can be identified by the UPC Code 7 87359 17504 6.
Consumers who purchased the affected product are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or to dispose of it.
