FDA Issues Class II Risk Warning for Popcorn Recall Over Undeclared Allergen
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II risk warning for a voluntary recall of Belgian Chocolate Toffee-flavored popcorn by Connecticut-based Prospector Popcorn. The recall, initiated on April 28, concerns the presence of undeclared soy, specifically soy lecithin, in the product. The FDA's Class II classification indicates that the use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, with a remote probability of serious health issues. The recall affects 140 bags of popcorn with expiration dates between August 5 and October 24, 2026, distributed in Connecticut and New York. As of May 14, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled product.