Hawai'i residents with milk allergies, take heed: there's a snack on local shelves that might not agree with you. The Department of Health has issued a recall for Shirakiku brand Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack - Curry Flavor because someone dropped the ball and forgot to mention it could contain milk, a known allergen. As reported by the Office of the Governor yesterday, if milk makes your body go haywire, best steer clear of these puffs.
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. is behind the distribution blunder and the product's UPC is 07441078512 in case you're rummaging through your pantry, all the lot codes and date codes are a no-go, so don't go thinking you've dodged this dairy-laden bullet. Local stores should be pulling these off the shelves, but keep sharp eyes folks, because things slip through the cracks. The Food and Drug Branch is on top of this, making the rounds to ensure these puffs are hitting the road.
If you think "What's a little milk gonna do?" — the answer could be a lot, especially if you're allergic. We're talking anything from hives and wheezing to nausea and, heaven forbid, trouble breathing. The Department of Health really isn't exaggerating when they say serious, even life-threatening reactions are on the table here, like swollen throats or a nasty anaphylactic shock, if you do end up taking a bite, seek medical help stat.
For those who've already stocked up, Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. says returns are welcome for a full refund, and to learn more, just shoot an email over to [email protected], because they're the ones to fill you in on what's what here.
