FDA issues urgent warning: Don't eat popular COOKIE brand after customers report rancid taste

Importance Score: 55 / 100 πŸ”΅

A prominent cookie manufacturer, Legally Addictive Foods, has announced a **recall** for specific batches of its popular **OG flavor cookies** following reports from consumers regarding a **rancid taste**. The company, headquartered in North Carolina, has voluntarily withdrawn the affected products from sale as a precautionary measure due to the adverse taste experience reported by customers. The **FDA** has classified this action, emphasizing the importance of **food safety** for consumers in states including **Pennsylvania** and **Illinois**, where the affected items were distributed.

Legally Addictive Foods OG Flavor Cookies Pulled from Market

The recall pertains specifically to the company’s OG flavor, known for its blend of chocolate, crackers, sea salt, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. The precise volume of packages affected by this taste issue remains undisclosed.

While the underlying cause of the unpleasant taste has not been definitively identified by the FDA, the cookies contain milk, which could contribute to rancidity if spoiled. The regulatory agency defines rancidity as a situation where a product exhibits a “disagreeable odor or taste of decomposed oils or fat.”

Affected Product Details and Distribution

Consumers should be aware of specific product codes and dates associated with the recall. The recalled Legally Addictive Foods OG flavor cookies involve:

  • Sizes: 4.7oz and 1.3oz packages
  • Unique Product Codes (UPC): 854766008028 and 854766028004
  • Best-By Dates: December 24, 2024, and May 6, 2025
  • Lot Number: 122424

According to the FDA, shipments of these particular cookie batches were sent to retailers located in Pennsylvania and Illinois.

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FDA Classification and Consumer Guidance

The FDA has categorized this action as a Class II **recall**. This classification indicates a situation where the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

In light of the **rancid taste** reports and the **Legally Addictive Foods recall**, authorities recommend the following steps for conumser actions:

  • Avoid consuming the cookies affected by the recall.
  • Return the product to the original place of purchase for a refund or dispose of them safely.
  • Consumers can report any adverse events or issues with FDA-regulated products by contacting a consumer complaint coordinator.

The company has confirmed that no other products within the Legally Addictive Foods range, including flavors like Mexican hot chocolate, chai masala, and churros, are impacted by this recall.


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