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Oh great, even ice cream trucks are triggering allergies now. Thanks, capitalism.
Oh, fantastic! Unilever's Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection pops might have milk, because who needs accurate labels when you can play allergy roulette? Bravo, capitalism!
Published August 24, 2024 at 5:27pm by Brandi D. Addison
Oh, For F*ck's Sake: 137K Popsicles Recalled Because Some Folks Can't Handle Their Dairy
So, buckle up, buttercups! Unilever finally figured out that their Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection pops might just be trying to kill off the lactose intolerant among us. On Aug. 21, they issued a recall for a measly 137,000 cases. You know, just a small fucking oopsie. FDA announcement here.
Because Milk is Apparently Invisible Now
Two unlucky souls already found out the hard way that these popsicles were secretly packing milk, an ingredient that was mysteriously left off the label. Thanks, Obama!
Ice Cream Trucks: Ground Zero
You'll typically find these sneaky bastards in ice cream trucks, concession stands, and grab-and-go freezers. Thankfully, the multi-packs at grocery stores are safe. Praise be!
Are Your Popsicles Trying to Kill You? Check the Deets
Distributed between Feb. 1 and Aug. 15, the problematic pops have the universal product code 077567003720. Here are the lot codes to watch out for:
- MAY1725KY4
- MAY1825KY4
- MAY1925KY4
- JAN3026KY4
- JAN3126KY4
- FEB0126KY4
- MAR1226KY4
- MAR1326KY4
- MAR1426KY4
- MAR1526KY4
- MAR1626KY4
Stay woke, folks. Check your popsicles before you wreck yourselves.
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