Clearwater, FL — FDA: Bonya-Branded Yogurt Parfaits May Include Undisclosed Allergen

Clearwater, FL (May 20th, 2025) – Knockro Inc. has issued a nationwide recall of its Bonya-branded yogurt parfaits due to undeclared almonds in the granola component. The oversight poses a significant risk to individuals with almond allergies, potentially leading to severe allergic reactions.

At Light & Wyatt Law Group, we stay on top of dangerous food recalls and FDA safety alerts to help protect Florida families from preventable harm. If you or someone you love suffered a serious allergic reaction, or worse, after consuming a mislabeled or unsafe product, we encourage you to contact our firm. We pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and other damages, and we hold negligent manufacturers accountable when their mistakes put the public at risk. Call 727-499-9900 to discuss your options.

What Bonya Yogurt Parfaits Are Affected?

According to the FDA allergy alert issued May 12, 2025, the recall affects specific Bonya yogurt parfait products manufactured and distributed by Knockro Inc. The affected items are packaged in 12-ounce clear plastic cups and contain undeclared almonds in the granola topping. The label on these products does not list almonds as an ingredient, posing a serious risk for individuals with nut allergies.

The recalled parfaits are marked with an expiration date of May 5, 2025, printed clearly on the container. These products were distributed nationwide and sold in retail stores, grocery chains, and possibly through online platforms. Knockro Inc. has not listed specific retailers, so consumers are urged to check packaging carefully regardless of where they purchased the item.

These mislabeled yogurt cups may still be in consumer refrigerators or on store shelves. The FDA is urging the public to check their purchase history and any remaining Bonya yogurt parfaits for the affected labeling.

If you have a Bonya yogurt parfait with the affected label:

• Do not consume the product, even if you do not have an almond allergy.
• Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
• Contact Knockro Inc. at 914-313-6905 with any questions.
• If someone has already consumed the parfait and is showing symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention.
• Report incidents to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program or by visiting www.fda.gov/medwatch.

What Prompted the Recall?

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the granola topping in Bonya yogurt parfaits contained almonds, which were not listed on the product label. The labeling error was attributed to a temporary breakdown in Knockro Inc.’s production and packaging processes.

Health Risks Associated With Undeclared Allergens

For someone with a nut allergy, even a trace amount of almond can cause a dangerous, and sometimes life-threatening, reaction. When a food label fails to disclose the presence of a common allergen like almonds, it puts vulnerable consumers at serious risk. The consequences of that kind of mistake can escalate quickly.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, food allergies are responsible for approximately 200,000 emergency room visits each year in the United States. Undeclared allergens are a leading cause of those reactions. State and federal laws require food manufacturers to clearly identify the presence of any of the nine major allergens, which include milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Almonds fall under the tree nut category, one of the most tightly regulated.

Common Allergic Reaction Symptoms

Allergic reactions vary in severity, but some can unfold within minutes of ingestion. Typical symptoms include:

• Hives or rashes
• Itching or swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat
• Shortness of breath or wheezing
• Abdominal pain, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Dizziness or confusion

In more severe cases, exposure to an undeclared allergen can lead to anaphylaxis, a rapid-onset reaction that can cause the throat to close, blood pressure to plummet, and the heart to stop beating effectively. Anaphylaxis requires an immediate injection of epinephrine (commonly administered via an EpiPen) and emergency medical care. Without timely intervention, the outcome can be fatal.

When a company fails to include an allergen on its label, whether through oversight, cross-contamination, or poor quality control, it violates federal labeling laws and puts consumers in danger. These failures are not just technical errors. They are potential life-and-death mistakes.

Legal Considerations

Labeling errors involving undeclared allergens aren’t just regulatory violations. They open the door to liability. Consumers who suffer an allergic reaction after consuming a mislabeled product may have legal grounds for personal injury claims to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.

Manufacturer Liability

Food manufacturers are legally responsible for ensuring that their products are safe and properly labeled. Under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), manufacturers must clearly disclose the presence of any major food allergens, including tree nuts like almonds.

If a company fails to meet that standard, and someone is injured as a result, that company may be held liable under product liability laws. Such claims typically fall into one of three categories. These include:

• Defective design – The product was inherently dangerous due to the way it was created or formulated.
• Manufacturing defect – The product became unsafe due to an error in the production process.
• Failure to warn – The label failed to include proper warnings or disclose known risks, such as the presence of an allergen.

In this case, the recall indicates a failure to properly label the presence of almonds in the granola component of the yogurt parfaits. An experienced product liability lawyer may help show this as a labeling defect, which may fall under a failure-to-warn claim.

Negligence in Quality Control

If the labeling error resulted from a breakdown in Knockro Inc.’s quality control systems, injured parties may also pursue a negligence claim. Food companies have a duty to implement safeguards that catch cross-contamination risks, packaging errors, and other hazards before products reach the market.

Sickened by a Mislabeled Food Product? Light & Wyatt Law Group Can Help

If you or a loved one experienced an allergic reaction after consuming a Bonya yogurt parfait with undeclared almonds, you may be entitled to compensation. Food manufacturers have a legal obligation to accurately label their products and protect consumers from known hazards. When they fail, and someone gets hurt, they can and should be held accountable.

At Light & Wyatt Law Group, we represent individuals and families across Florida in product liability cases involving mislabeled foods, unsafe packaging, and other preventable dangers. Our team works to recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses tied to a company’s negligence.

Call us at 727-499-9900 to schedule a free consultation and discuss your options.

Jim Magazine

James (Jim) Magazine is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has spent his career helping injured victims. Jim is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida since 1990 and is also admitted to practice at the Appellate level and admitted to the United States Supreme Court.

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