Nutrition Resource Services, Inc.

Recall #F-0051-2016 · Initiated 2015-07-30

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What happened

JBN French Vanilla Cream Whey protein powder was recalled because the label doesn't clearly state that it contains milk, even though it's made from whey (a milk product). The FDA considers this a serious labeling error that could mislead consumers.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies or those who avoid milk for dietary reasons need to be aware of this product.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy and purchased this product (check the UPC codes 655455001685 or 655455001777), stop using it immediately. Contact the manufacturer or your retailer for a refund, or dispose of the product safely.

Product

JBN (Just Be Natural) French Vanilla Cream Whey Superior NET WT. 32.8 oz. (2.05 lb) 930g and NET WT. 98.4 oz. (6.15 lb) 2,790g - DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, packaged in plastic bottles, UPC codes: 655455001685, 655455001777, MANUFACTURED BY NRS -Nutrition Resource Services, Inc. DISTRIBUTED BY JBN -Just Be Natural INGREDIENTS: Whey protein concentrate, Whey protein isolate, Natural Flavor with other Natural Flavors, Soluable Corn Fiber, Cellulose, Xanthan and Carrageenan Gums, Maltodextrin, Salt, Sucralose. 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: 2339, 2579, 2588, 2657, 2347, 2366, 2456, 2508, 2545, 2578, 2632, 2687

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release