The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified Arizona Foods Group’s Mombo’s Vanilla Soft Serve Ice Cream Mix as a Class I recall after the company recalled the product in January for potentially containing an undeclared egg allergen. This classification represents the highest risk level for food recalls.
On January 19, Arizona Foods Group, based in Phoenix, initiated the recall after discovering that the product, which is sold in half-gallon cartons, may have contained eggs without the allergen being listed on the label.
The FDA’s Class I recall designation was announced on February 21, emphasizing the significant health risk posed by the undeclared allergen. Egg is one of the nine major allergens that can trigger severe or even life-threatening allergic reactions, especially in individuals who are allergic to it.
A total of 4,422 affected units—spanning 737 cases—were distributed exclusively within Nevada. The recalled ice cream mix is sold in half-gallon (64-ounce) cartons, each with a plain white label and a product code. Specifically, the code PLT 04-21 00925 identifies the affected units.
The product’s shelf-life is 18 months when frozen, but it must be used within 30 days if thawed or refrigerated.
Symptoms of egg-related allergic reactions can include hives, swelling of the face or lips, vomiting, dizziness, difficulty breathing, and, in severe cases, anaphylaxis. The FDA urges individuals who may have purchased the affected product to carefully monitor for signs of an allergic reaction and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms occur.
The recall has been marked as completed by the FDA as of February 21. Arizona Foods Group has not responded to Newsweek’s request for comment.
For those with food allergies, the FDA stresses the importance of avoiding products containing undeclared allergens and remaining vigilant about potential risks.
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