FDA Recall: Ola-Ola Pounded Yam Pulled for Undeclared Milk Allergen
Key takeaways: Fayus Inc. (d/b/a Yusol International Foods) is recalling specific lots of Ola-Ola Pounded Yam because the label omits sodium caseinate, a milk-derived allergen. Customers with milk allergies should stop using the product immediately, verify the “Best Before” date, and return the item for a refund or properly labelled replacement.
Why is Ola-Ola Pounded Yam being recalled?
During an internal label audit, Fayus Inc. discovered that certain 64-oz bags did not declare milk as required by U.S. and Canadian allergen laws. Because sodium caseinate comes from milk, people with a milk allergy could suffer a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume the affected product.
Recall facts at a glance
- Recall announced: July 6 2026 (posted by FDA July 7 2026)
- Brand / product: Ola-Ola Pounded Yam, 64 oz bags
- Reason: Undeclared milk allergen (sodium caseinate)
- Best-before dates: November 2028 – May 2029
- Distributed: December 2025 – May 2026
- Regions sold: Canada, Australia, and U.S. CA • GA • IL • NJ • NY • TX
- Reported illnesses: None as of publication
How to spot recalled Ola-Ola Pounded Yam on store shelves
Check the front of the clear plastic bag for a “Best Before” date from November 2028 through May 2029. If the ingredient list does not mention milk or sodium caseinate, that package is included in the recall.
What should consumers do next?
- Do not eat the product if you have—or cook for someone with—a milk allergy.
- Return or discard the bag. Retailers will provide a refund or swap it for a correctly labelled unit.
- Direct additional questions to Fayus Inc. customer service (contact details below).
Sources
Official image from the recall
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Ola-Ola Pounded Yam recall
- 1. Which Ola-Ola Pounded Yam lots are affected by the recall?
- All bags with “Best Before” dates from November 2028 through May 2029 that lack milk or sodium caseinate in the ingredient list.
- 2. I already ate Ola-Ola Pounded Yam—what should I do?
- People with milk allergies who notice hives, swelling, or breathing difficulty should seek emergency care. No action is necessary for individuals without milk allergies.
- 3. Can I keep Ola-Ola Pounded Yam if I don’t have a milk allergy?
- Yes. The product is safe for those without milk allergies, but you are entitled to return it for a package that contains the correct allergen statement.
- 4. How do I obtain a refund or replacement for Ola-Ola Pounded Yam?
- Bring the recalled bag back to the original retailer. Stores have been instructed to refund your purchase or provide a properly labelled replacement.
- 5. Who can I contact at Fayus Inc. about the Ola-Ola Pounded Yam recall?
- Call or email Fayus Inc. customer service using the information on your receipt or the company’s official website for step-by-step instructions.
- 6. When will correctly labelled Ola-Ola Pounded Yam return to stores?
- Fayus Inc. expects updated inventory to ship during the next distribution cycle; contact your local retailer for shelf-availability dates.