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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0577-2016/FDA enforcement
Bulletproof Digital INC·Food·Dec 10, 2015

Fatwater Bottle, 16.9 FL

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    FATwater bottles, Tangerine flavor, are recalled due to microbial growth detection. No E.coli or other pathogens were detected.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. Some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBulletproof Digital INC
Recalling firmBulletproof Digital INCBellevue, WA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 41871 93693 9
Lot / date codes
  • LOT number: B151005-4U. EXPIRATION DATE: 10/5/2016.
Distribution area
Nationwide

distributed in CA, OR, and TX. Products sold from bulletproof.com to internet customers nationwide and Canada.

United States, Canada

Quantity affected5, 748 bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 17, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0577-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Bulletproof Digital INC initiated this food recall on December 10, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: FATwater bottles, Tangerine flavor, are recalled due to microbial growth detection. No E.coli or other pathogens were detected. The FDA report lists distribution as: distributed in CA, OR, and TX. Products sold from bulletproof.com to internet customers nationwide and Canada.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: FATwater bottles, Tangerine flavor, are recalled due to microbial growth detection. No E.coli or other pathogens were detected.

Fatwater Bottle, 16.9 FL was made or distributed by Bulletproof Digital INC in Bellevue, WA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0577-2016, dated February 17, 2016.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

E. coli

Symptoms to watch for

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Higher-risk groups

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Fatwater Bottle, 16.9 FL recall?

Bulletproof Digital INC recalled Fatwater Bottle, 16.9 FL in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0577-2016. FATwater bottles, Tangerine flavor, are recalled due to microbial growth detection. No E.coli or other pathogens were detected.

What are the symptoms of E. coli exposure?

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

How quickly can E. coli symptoms appear?

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Who is most at risk from E. coli?

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

How do I get a refund from Bulletproof Digital INC?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0577-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Bulletproof Digital INC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0577-2016. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.