Texas tortillas contain undeclared whey
Two Texas companies have issued recalls this week on flour tortillas that contained undeclared whey, which can cause severe allergic reactions in some people.
Pop’s Bakery Inc. issued a statement Tuesday, October 27, that flour tortillas it produced and distributed in Texas may contain milk whey not stated on the packaging. The tortillas, which were distributed to the West Texas region, were packaged in clear plastic bags labeled “POP’S BAKERY HOME STYLE FLOUR TORTILLAS.”
“People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to whey (milk) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” the company wrote in the statement. The tortillas were distributed to restaurants and retail grocery stores via direct delivery.
Mrs. Rios Corn Products issued a similar recall today on tortillas it shipped to convenience stores, supermarkets and restaurants in Texas.
Consumers can contact the companies at Mrs. Rios Corn Products at 325-653-5640 and Pop’s Bakery at 325-655-1170 or 325-374-5392.
