Quaker Oats Recalls Pancake Mix Due to Milk Allergen

Quaker Oats has issued a Class I recall for 10,000 boxes of Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix due to undeclared milk allergens. You’ll need to check your pantry for 2-pound boxes with UPC code 30000 65040 and a best-by date of September 13, 2025. While no allergic reactions have been reported, the FDA considers this their highest-risk classification. The company’s recent string of recalls suggests deeper quality control challenges.

After facing multiple recalls in recent months, Quaker Oats has announced another safety concern affecting 10,000 boxes of its Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix due to undeclared milk allergens. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, its highest-risk category, highlighting serious product safety concerns for consumers with food allergies. The affected products were distributed to retailers across 11 states as early as November 18, 2024.

You’ll need to check your pantry if you’ve purchased 2-pound boxes of the mix with UPC code 30000 65040 and a best-by date of September 13, 2025. The specific batch can be identified by the code “BBD SEP 13 25 P.” Retail partners alerted Quaker Oats about this labeling issue, leading to swift action. The recall impacts products distributed in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Utah, and Wisconsin.

The presence of undeclared milk poses a significant health risk to those with dairy allergies, particularly affecting 2-3% of children under three. While no allergic reactions have been reported as of January 14, 2025, the potential for severe reactions, including life-threatening anaphylaxis, prompted immediate action from Quaker Oats and the FDA. The recall emphasizes the Chicago-based company’s commitment to consumer safety.

If you’ve purchased the affected product, don’t take any chances. You should either discard it immediately or return it to your store of purchase. For reimbursement, you can visit QuakerRecallUSA.com or contact Quaker Consumer Relations at 1-800-407-2247 for additional information about the recall.

This recall adds to Quaker Oats’ recent quality control challenges. The company, a PepsiCo subsidiary that rebranded from Aunt Jemima in 2021, has faced several significant recalls in the past year. These include a December 2023 recall of granola bars and cereals due to Salmonella risk, followed by an expanded recall in January 2024 covering additional cereals, bars, and snacks.

The company’s troubles intensified when the FDA issued a warning letter in July 2024 regarding Salmonella issues, leading to the closure of their Danville, Illinois facility in June 2024. This latest recall indicates ongoing challenges in maintaining consistent product safety standards across their manufacturing operations.

The FDA continues to monitor the situation for any adverse health effects related to the undeclared milk allergen. The quick response to this potential allergen risk demonstrates the regulatory body’s commitment to consumer protection, particularly concerning food allergens that can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.

You can stay informed about this and other food safety recalls by regularly checking the FDA’s recall database or signing up for their safety alerts. Remember, while this recall may not affect everyone, it’s essential to take immediate action if you have the affected product, especially if you or someone in your household has a milk allergy.