Nutrition Resource Services, Inc.

Recall #F-0038-2016 · Initiated 2015-07-30

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What happened

JBN Growtein Growth Protein Oatmeal Cookie powder is being recalled because it contains whey (a milk product) but the label doesn't clearly state that milk is an ingredient. The product does mention it may be processed in facilities with milk, but doesn't list milk as a direct ingredient.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or those avoiding milk for dietary reasons are at risk, since the product contains whey protein but isn't properly labeled.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy or sensitivity and purchased this product (UPC 655455001623), stop using it and contact Nutrition Resource Services for a refund. Check your home for this specific product and dispose of it safely if you have a milk allergy.

Product

JBN (Just Be Natural) Growtein Growth Protein Oatmeal Cookie NET WT. 98.8 oz. (6.17 lb) 2800g - DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, packaged in plastic bottles, UPC code: 655455001623, MANUFACTURED BY NRS -Nutrition Resource Services, Inc. DISTRIBUTED BY JBN - Just Be Natural; INGREDIENTS: Whey protein isolate, Whey protein concentrate, Creatine Monohydrate, L-Glutamine, Maltodextrin, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Cellulose, Xanthan and Carrageenan Gums, L-Valine, L-Isoleucine, L-Leucine, Soy Lecithin, Sucralose, Salt. 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: 2356, 2555, 2683, 2365

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release