Whole Foods Market's Southwest Region Recalls Bran Muffin Six Packs Due To Undeclared Egg And Milk

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — March 31, 2015 — Austin, TX — Whole Foods Market is recalling Bran Muffin six packs produced and sold in retail stores in the Southwest Region, which includes TX, OK, LA, and AR, due to undeclared egg and milk ingredients. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs or milk run the risk of serious or life-­‐‑threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The product was sold in six packs packaged in clear plastic containers, PLU 24857800499 with best by dates of 1/21/15 to 4/6/15.

The bran muffins in the six pack contain eggs and milk as ingredients, which was not declared on the label.

No allergic reactions or illnesses have been reported to date. Signage is posted to notify customers of this recall, and all affected product has been removed from shelves.

The error was discovered during routine product review.

Consumers who have purchased this product from any Whole Foods Market Southwest stores in TX, OK, LA, and AR are encouraged to discard the product and may bring their receipt to the store for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact their local store between the hours of 9am and 5pm CST any day of the week.

Customers may find their nearest Whole Foods Market at www.wholefoodsmarket.com