Nutrition Resource Services, Inc.

Recall #F-0036-2016 · Initiated 2015-07-30

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What happened

A whey protein powder product called JBN Earth Superior Whey Banana Cream Pie was recalled because the label doesn't clearly state that it contains milk, even though whey is a milk product. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall, meaning it could cause health problems but is unlikely to cause serious harm.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or those who avoid milk for dietary reasons are at risk, since they may have purchased this product without realizing it contains milk.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy or avoid milk and purchased this product (UPC 65545020136), stop using it immediately. You can contact Nutrition Resource Services, Inc. for a refund or check the FDA website for more information about this recall.

Product

JBN (Just Be Natural) Earth Superior Whey Banana Cream Pie NET WT. 31.5 oz. (1.97 lb) 896g packaged in plastic bottles - DIETARY SUPPLEMENT; UPC code: 65545020136, MANUFACTURED BY NRS -Nutrition Resource Services, Inc. DISTRIBUTED BY JBN -Just Be Natural INGREDIENTS: Whey protein concentrate, Whey protein isolate, Natural Flavors, Cellulose, Xanthan and Carrageenan Gums, Natural Dried Agave, Salt, Stevia. ALLERGEN STATEMENT: This product could have been transported, manufactured, or processed in a facility that contains milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts and soybeans.

Reason for recall

Protein powders and nutritional supplement products made of whey concentrate, whey isolate, casein, and colostrum are not labeled as containing milk

Quantity affected

3434 units Total

Distribution

Nationwide

Lot / code info

Batch Numbers: 2446, 2720

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release