Nutrition Resource Services, Inc.

Recall #F-0044-2016 · Initiated 2015-07-30

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What happened

JBN Unflavored 100% Whey Isolate protein powder is being recalled because the label doesn't clearly state that it contains milk, even though whey is a milk-based ingredient. This labeling oversight affects about 3,400 units distributed nationwide.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or those avoiding milk products need to be aware, since the label failed to disclose this allergen properly.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy and purchased this product, stop using it and dispose of it safely. Check your pantry for the UPC code 655455017594 and contact the manufacturer or your retailer if you have questions about whether you bought an affected batch.

Product

JBN (Just Be Natural) Unflavored 100% WHEY ISOLATE Enhanced Performance Nutrition; UPC code: 655455017594, MANUFACTURED BY NRS -Nutrition Resource Services, Inc. DISTRIBUTED BY JBN -Just Be Natural NET WT. 27.5 oz. (1.72 lb) 780g - DIETARY SUPPLEMENT; packaged in plastic bottles, INGREDIENTS: Whey protein isolate. 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: 2379, 2570

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release