Lay’s Potato Chip Recall Increased to Highest Risk Level, FDA Warns Product Could Cause 'Death’

Lay’s voluntary recall from December has been increased to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level classification.

On Dec. 13, Frito-Lay recalled more than 6,000 bags of 13 oz. Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to “undeclared milk.” The affected chips were sold in Oregon and Washington. 

On Monday, Jan. 27, the FDA classified the issue as a Class 1 recall, which is defined as  “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death,” per the organization. The FDA uses classifications — Class I, II or II — to indicate the “degree of health hazard” of the recalled product.

Lay's told PEOPLE the recall is complete, sharing the following statement, "This is not a new recall or a change to what was previously announced. The recall was executed in December in full cooperation with the FDA when the issue was identified. The recall was limited to two states, and recalled product has been removed from the marketplace."

The recalled chips have a “guaranteed fresh” date of Feb. 11, 2025 and manufacturing codes 6462307xx or 6463307xx. No other Lay’s flavors, sizes or products are included in the recall.

As of Jan. 29, no allergic reactions have been reported.

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Earlier this month, the FDA banned the additive Red No. 3, a common food dye in beverages, candy, snacks, and more.

"The FDA cannot authorize a food additive or color additive if it has been found to cause cancer in human or animals," the FDA's deputy director for human foods Jim Jones said in a statement, NBC News reports. "Evidence shows cancer in laboratory male rats exposed to high levels of FD&C Red No. 3."

In 2023, California banned the ingredient — which is already banned in the European Union. 10 other states followed suit.

As NBC News reported, food manufacturers have until Jan. 15, 2027 to adjust their products.