Prairie Farms has issued a limited voluntary recall of its Prairie Farms Premium Flavored Chocolate Milk gallons and Prairie Farms 1% Lowfat Chocolate Milk gallons (Best by Date: Dec. 4, 2020) that were not labeled for an egg allergen that may be present. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
- One Gallon Prairie Farms Dairy Premium Flavored Chocolate MilkUPC: 72730-26110Best by Date: Dec. 4, 2020Plant Code: 17-284
- One Gallon Prairie Farms Dairy1% Lowfat Chocolate MilkUPC: 72730-26126Best by Date: Dec. 4, 2020Plant Code: 17-284
The recall was initiated after cross-contamination with egg nog was discovered following a valve malfunction at the Rockford, Illinois plant. No illnesses have been reported to date. Prairie Farms Chocolate Milk gallons produced at plants, other than Rockford, Ill. plant Code 17-284, including Premium Flavored Chocolate, 1% Lowfat Chocolate, 2% Reduced Fat Chocolate, and Fat Free Chocolate, are not part of this recall.
Prairie Farms Dairy is currently working in partnership with the FDA to fully investigate the matter and comply with all necessary recall procedures. Prairie Farms is also establishing preventive measures to address the issue and apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this product issue.
Customers who have purchased this product are encouraged to destroy the product or return it to their local retailer to exchange the product for a like item. Consumers with questions may contact Prairie Farms Dairy at 618-659-5700 or [email protected], Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time.
