American consumers must be aware of this alert, as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class I warning for a non-dairy creamer due to undeclared milk ingredients.
MO-CHA Premium Non-Dairy Creamer, imported from China, could potentially trigger life-threatening allergic reactions in consumers.
The dangerous deception raises concerns about the safety and accuracy of imported food products flooding American shelves.
The FDA issued a Class I recall for this product after discovering it contains milk ingredients that were not declared on the label.
Momo Tea Inc., based in Maspeth, New York, initiated the voluntary recall on April 10, with the FDA upgrading it to Class I status on April 22.
The Class I designation represents the most serious recall classification, indicating potential deadly consequences.
The agency describes this level 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.”
Approximately 4,500 cases of the affected product were distributed across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
The creamer was packaged in 2.2-pound bags and imported directly from China, raising questions about whether foreign manufacturers follow the same strict labeling standards that American companies require.
Dr. Sebastian Lighvani, the director of New York Allergy & Asthma PLLC, previously stated:
“Every three minutes in the United States, someone ends up in an emergency room because of an allergic reaction after accidental ingestion of food. So even when we try hard, these reactions are happening. And if you look at the incidence of anaphylaxis, it has skyrocketed in the last 5, 10, 20 years. And in the U.S., there’s like a 300 to 400 percent increase in the rates of anaphylaxis to foods.”
Meanwhile, federal regulations mandate that major food allergens, including milk, must be clearly labeled on food products.
Despite marketing itself as “non-dairy,” the MO-CHA creamer contains whey powder and casein, both milk derivatives that can trigger severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Symptoms of milk allergies range from uncomfortable to life-threatening.
Mild reactions can include hives, rashes, and digestive issues, while severe cases can progress to anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal reaction that restricts breathing and causes a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Without immediate medical intervention, anaphylactic shock can be fatal.
Consumers who purchased MO-CHA Premium Non-Dairy Creamer should immediately discard it or return it to the place of purchase.
The recall remains ongoing, and health officials urge vigilance, especially for those with known milk allergies or sensitivities.
This incident highlights the critical importance of accurate food labeling and the potential dangers of mislabeled imported products.
Yet, this is not the first time consumers have faced dangerous food recalls this year.
The Hudson Valley Post has reported multiple coffee-related recalls recently, indicating a pattern of concerning food safety issues that put American families at risk.
As allergy rates continue to rise across the country, proper ingredient disclosure becomes increasingly critical for public safety.
