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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0456-2021/FDA enforcement
Shearer's Snacks·Food·Apr 14, 2021

Raley's Salt & Vinegar Flavored Potato Chips 9.5oz Flexible Plastic Packaging 11 Bags Per Case

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Undeclared milk (lactose) allergen on labeling

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAINMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameShearer's Snacks
Recalling firmShearer's SnacksMassillon, OH, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 46567 02546 9
Lot / date codes
  • UPC 046567025469 Sell By 08/02/21 & 05/17/21 Lot Codes 06109805 & 06102005
Distribution area
IN

Product only distributed to a distribution center located in California

United States

Quantity affected420 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 5, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0456-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Shearer's Snacks initiated this food recall on April 14, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Undeclared milk (lactose) allergen on labeling. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product only distributed to a distribution center located in California.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Undeclared milk (lactose) allergen on labeling

Raley's Salt & Vinegar Flavored Potato Chips 9.5oz Flexible Plastic Packaging 11 Bags Per Case was made or distributed by Shearer's Snacks in Massillon, OH, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0456-2021, dated May 5, 2021.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Raley's Salt & Vinegar Flavored Potato Chips 9.5oz Flexible Plastic Packaging 11 Bags Per Case recall?

Shearer's Snacks recalled Raley's Salt & Vinegar Flavored Potato Chips 9.5oz Flexible Plastic Packaging 11 Bags Per Case in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0456-2021. Undeclared milk (lactose) allergen on labeling

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Shearer's Snacks recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0456-2021. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.