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Food recall · FDA · Published May 25, 2021

Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. recalls Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed

Gilster-Mary Lee recalls organic microwave butter popcorn with undeclared milk. Consumers may face allergic reactions due to hidden dairy ingredients in salted popcorn boxes.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0659-2021FoodGilster-Mary Lee ›
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Recalling firmGilster-Mary Lee Corp.1037 State St, N/A · Chester, IL 62233-1657
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What happened, in plain English

Gilster-Mary Lee is recalling organic microwave butter popcorn that contains undeclared milk. This poses a risk for people with dairy allergies who might consume the product without knowing. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/14479-gilster-mary-lee-organic-microwave-butter-popcorn-recall-undeclared-milk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/14479-gilster-mary-lee-organic-microwave-butter-popcorn-recall-undeclared-milk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0659-2021

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“Gilster-Mary Lee Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn Recall: Undeclared Milk Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/14479-gilster-mary-lee-organic-microwave-butter-popcorn-recall-undeclared-milk. Based on FDA recall #F-0659-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0659-2021%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The popcorn is packaged in boxes labeled as organic microwave popcorn but contains undeclared milk. This means individuals with dairy allergies could react to the hidden milk in the product.

Who’s affected

People with dairy allergies are at risk from this popcorn. The recall affects consumers who bought the salted organic microwave popcorn in 8.7 oz cartons.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for cartons labeled 'Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted' with a net weight of 8.7 oz. The product was distributed by TOPCO Associates LLC in Elk Grove, IL with a best by date of April 9, 2:2022.

  • Brand
    Gilster-Mary Lee
  • Product
    Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for cartons labeled 'Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted' with a net weight of 8.7 oz.

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Questions people ask

Is this popcorn safe for people with dairy allergies?

No, this popcorn contains undeclared milk which can cause allergic reactions in people with dairy allergies.

What should I do if I have this popcorn?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product label and contact the manufacturer if you have concerns.

When was this popcorn distributed?

The product was distributed by TOPCO Associates LLC in Elk Grove, IL with a best by date of April 9, 2022.

Take action

Contact Gilster-Mary Lee

We’ve drafted a message you can send Gilster-Mary Lee to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0659-2021 — Gilster-Mary Lee Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcor

Hello,

I own a Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed that is covered by recall F-0659-2021 from Gilster-Mary Lee.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0659-2021 (May 25, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0659-2021 to see it in context.
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