FDA Warns Consumers of Dangers Associated with Crackers Lacking Proper Allergy Warnings

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On April 5, 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) issued a press release warning consumers not to eat certain crackers because of the potential dangers for those with milk or nut allergies. TWI Foods Inc., the crackers’ manufacturer (called “Rusk” brand Crispy crackers), initiated a voluntary recall of its crackers and toast, because of the undeclared allergens in product labeling. Under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 and FDA regulations, manufacturers and/or distributers of finished food products are required to declare the presence of major food allergens in labeling. “Major food allergens” include the…
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