Cutting Edge Concessions is recalling Shake'Ems seasoning cups in the US, as the products contain milk as well as red 40 food color, which is not declared on the label.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk can experience serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The products affected by the recall are: 5 oz. plastic cups labeled with Shake'Ems on the top, in the following flavors: White Cheddar, Nacho Cheddar, Ranch, Cinnamon Sugar and Parmesan Garlic. The products were distributed in movie theaters in California, Colorado, Arkansas and Tennessee.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified that the products contain milk and red 40, but product packaging did not declare the presence of these ingredients. Subsequent investigation revealed the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's labeling process.
Production of the product has been suspended until the FDA and the company are certain that the problem has been corrected.
Consumers who have purchased 0.5 oz. packages of Shake'Ems have been urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.