Suja Life LLC

Recall #F-0770-2020 · Initiated 2020-02-13

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What happened

Suja Life LLC recalled about 9,000 bottles of Organic Ginger Bliss Fruit + Veggie Smoothie because their flax ingredient contained an unapproved herbicide. The company discovered this issue when their supplier notified them of the contamination.

Who is at risk

While this is a Class II recall (moderate risk), anyone who purchased this product should be aware, though the actual health risk from the herbicide at the detected level is considered low.

What to do

Check your refrigerator for Suja Organic Ginger Bliss Smoothie bottles with UPC 81861702236. If you have one, don't drink it—return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. You can contact Suja Life LLC directly with any questions.

Product

Suja Organic Ginger Bliss Fruit + Veggie Smoothie, 12 oz. UPC: 81861702236

Reason for recall

Firm was notified by supplier of an unapproved herbicide in raw material, flax, that was used in their juice product.

Quantity affected

9005 bottles

Distribution

One consignee with distribution centers in CA, NJ, GA, FL, NC, TX, IN, OH, MA, WI, CO, MI, VI, MN, PA, IA, NH, MD, IL, NY, MA and retail locations throughout the United States.

Lot / code info

Best By Dates: 02/19/20, 02/27/20, 03/12/20, 03/26/20, 04/09/20

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter

Terminated

2020-06-09