New York Mutual Trading Co. has recalled its Prepared Monkfish Liver from stores and restaurants across five states after discovering it contains undeclared milk ingredients. For someone with milk allergies, it could mean the difference between a safe meal and a trip to the emergency room.
The recall affects 7.05-ounce packages of the product, known as Ankimobo, sold in Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York. If you’ve bought this product recently, look for these numbers on the package: UPC code 72546611224 and lot code 2025.6.30 or earlier dates.
“Food allergic reactions can range from mild symptoms involving hives and lip swelling to severe, life-threatening symptoms, often called anaphylaxis, that may involve fatal respiratory problems and shock,” explains the FDA in their latest safety alert. When someone with a milk allergy eats food containing milk proteins, their body can react severely. These reactions aren’t like simple food intolerances – they can be dangerous and require immediate medical attention.
While no one has reported getting sick from this product yet, the company isn’t taking any chances. They discovered the problem when the product containing milk was distributed in packaging that didn’t declare its presence. The last batch went out to stores on December 14, 2024, which means these products could still be in homes or restaurant kitchens.
This situation highlights a bigger issue in food safety. Milk is one of the nine major food allergens, including sesame, soybeans, fish, milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts and crustacean shellfish, that must be clearly labeled on food packages by law. When ingredient details are missed on labels, it creates real risks. Think about eating at a restaurant or buying prepared food – you trust that the ingredient list tells the whole story.
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For restaurant owners and food service workers, this recall serves as an important reminder to check their inventory. The product was distributed mainly through restaurants and some retail stores, where customers rely on accurate ingredient information to make safe choices about what to eat.
If you have this product at home, don’t take chances – take it back to where you bought it for a full refund. The company has set up a special contact line at 213-626-9458 and email at [email protected] for questions or concerns.
This recall might seem like a hassle, but it shows how our food safety system catches these issues before they cause harm. It’s not just about following rules – it’s about protecting people who could get seriously ill from unlisted ingredients.
Remember: always check food labels, especially if you or someone you know has food allergies. If something seems off about a product’s labeling, you can contact the manufacturer or the FDA directly. When it comes to food allergies, it’s better to ask questions first than risk a reaction later.