The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the voluntary nationwide recall of Silk-brand chocolate flavor soymilk due to a labeling error.
The FDA said the WhiteWave Foods Co. of Broomfield, Colo., is recalling 11-ounce plastic single serve bottles of Silk Soymilk Chocolate Flavor because they might contain undeclared milk protein, posing a health risk to people allergic to that ingredient.
The recalled bottles are printed with both a "use by" date of "05 07 08" and a UPC of 2529360028.
The product can be return to the place of purchase for a refund or exchange. Consumers with questions can contact the company at 800-587-2259.
Copyright 2008 by United Press International
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