Karmactive Staff
The morning pancake mix in your kitchen could pose serious health risks for some families. Quaker Oats has recalled 10,000 boxes of pancake mix after finding undeclared milk in the product – an ingredient that can trigger severe allergic reactions.
The FDA has issued a Class I recall notice, their highest risk level. This classification means using the product could lead to serious health problems or death for people with milk allergies.
The recall affects Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix sold in 2-pound boxes across 11 states. Checking your pantry? Look for UPC code 30000 65040 and a September 13, 2025 best-by date. The product reached store shelves in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Utah, and Wisconsin starting November 2024.
Understanding the risks helps explain why this recall matters. Milk allergies affect 2-3% of young children, with symptoms ranging from mild rashes to severe breathing problems. While most outgrow it by age 16, the allergy persists in some adults. An allergic reaction can lead to anaphylaxis, which the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology describes as “a rare, potentially life-threatening reaction that impairs breathing and can send the body into shock.”
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“Quaker Oats issued this recall and alerted the public on January 14, 2025, in full cooperation with the FDA,” a company spokesperson explained. The recall aims to ensure consumer safety, which the company states is their “top priority.”
The absence of milk on the product label makes this recall significant. Those checking ingredients for milk allergies would have had no indication of its presence. The affected mix was previously sold under the Aunt Jemima brand before becoming Pearl Milling Company.
For safety, anyone with the recalled mix should either return it to the store or throw it away. While no allergic reactions have been reported yet, the FDA continues monitoring the situation. The recall doesn’t affect other Pearl Milling Company or Quaker Oats products.
Consumers seeking more details can check the FDA website for specific product information and return procedures.
