Knockro Inc. launches nationwide recall of popular Bonya yogurt parfaits due to potentially life-threatening undeclared almonds, highlighting how critical proper food labeling remains for millions of Americans with food allergies.
Key Takeaways
- Knockro Inc. is recalling Bonya-branded yogurt parfaits nationwide due to undeclared almonds in the granola, affecting products with May 5, 2025, expiration dates.
- Six flavors are affected: vanilla, strawberry, raspberry, peach, mango, and blueberry, all packaged in 12-ounce clear plastic cups.
- The recall resulted from a “temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging processes,” according to the FDA.
- Consumers with almond allergies face potential serious health risks ranging from mild symptoms to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
- Customers are urged to return affected products to their place of purchase for a full refund.
Critical Food Safety Alert Impacts Consumers Nationwide
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on May 12, 2025, that Knockro Inc. has issued an urgent recall of their Bonya-branded low-fat yogurt parfaits due to undeclared almonds in the granola component. This nationwide recall affects multiple flavors distributed across the country and highlights the ongoing challenges in America’s food safety system. The affected products, packaged in 12-ounce clear plastic cups with an expiration date of May 5, 2025, include popular varieties such as vanilla, strawberry, raspberry, peach, mango, and blueberry.
“People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products,” Stated the FDA.
The recall was initiated after dthe iscovery that products containing almonds were distributed in packaging that failed to disclose this major allergen. While no illnesses have been reported thus far, the potential health risks remain significant for the millions of Americans with almond allergies. The FDA confirmed the issue stemmed from “a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging processes,” raising questions about quality control in our food supply chain under the Biden administration’s regulatory framework.
The Real-World Impact of Allergen Mislabeling
For the estimated 32 million Americans living with food allergies, undeclared allergens represent more than an inconvenience—they pose a serious health threat. Almond allergies, in particular, can trigger reactions ranging from mild symptoms to life-threatening anaphylaxis. This recall underscores the critical importance of accurate food labeling, especially as Americans face increasing challenges in affording quality food amid record inflation. The FDA requires food manufacturers to clearly identify major allergens on packaging, yet breakdowns in compliance continue to occur.
“People with food allergies should read labels and avoid the foods they are allergic to. The law requires that food labels identify the food source of all major food allergens used to make the food. This requirement is met if the common or usual name of an ingredient already identifies that allergen’s food source name (for example, buttermilk).”
Almonds are among the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA, alongside milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. The agency specifies that manufacturers must clearly declare these allergens on food labels. For tree nuts specifically, the type of nut must be explicitly stated. This incident demonstrates how regulatory requirements, while necessary, must be paired with strict enforcement to protect American consumers who are already burdened with rising grocery costs.
Consumer Response and Company Accountability
Knockro Inc. has advised consumers who purchased the affected yogurt parfaits to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. The company has established a dedicated customer service line (914-313-6905) for concerned consumers seeking additional information. While the company’s proactive recall is appropriate, questions remain about how such a critical oversight occurred in the first place. Under the Trump administration’s commitment to reducing bureaucratic red tape while maintaining essential health protections, companies must still be held accountable for failures that put Americans at risk.
“The law also requires that the type of tree nut (for example, almonds, pecans, walnuts), and the species of fish (for example, bass, flounder, cod), and Crustacean shellfish (for example, crab, lobster, shrimp) be declared. The allergen’s food source must be declared at least once on the food label in one of two ways,” Stated President Trump.
This recall serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in our food safety systems. As American families continue to feel the squeeze of inflation and rising food costs under the current economic conditions, they should not have to worry about whether the food they purchase is properly labeled and safe to consume. The FDA’s intervention in this case highlights the need for continued oversight of food manufacturers to ensure they meet their responsibility to American consumers, while also demonstrating the need for streamlined, effective regulatory approaches that President Trump continues to champion.
