The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for a popular vegan snack sold across Canada due to an undeclared allergen.
The affected product is Smarter Snacks brand Vegan Protein Puff Chili & Lime Flavored snacks, sold in 50-gram packages. According to the CFIA notice, the product is being pulled from store shelves because it contains milk that is not declared on the label, posing a risk to people with milk allergies or sensitivities.
What the Recall Covers
The recall notice identifies the product by UPC code 8 684041 306837, with the specific batch marked by the code SS 125 L1 and a best-before date of May 5, 2026. The CFIA has not reported any illnesses or injuries linked to the product as of the notice.
Health Risk Warning
The CFIA is urging anyone who is allergic or sensitive to milk not to consume the affected snacks, warning that doing so could trigger a serious or life-threatening reaction. The agency’s advisory applies specifically to consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities, rather than the general public.
What Consumers Should Do
People who have purchased the Smarter Snacks Vegan Protein Puff Chili & Lime Flavored snacks and who are allergic or sensitive to milk are advised against consuming the product. Further details, including full product identification information, are available through the CFIA’s official recall notice.
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