Source of whey ingredient not listed as milk and source of lecithin ingredient not listed as soy, Milk and soy are allergens. Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity…
Health risk
The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
Action required
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.
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Chemi- Source INC, Nutra PakGrand Rapids, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 09492 72050 4
Lot / date codes
expiration date between Jan 2013 and March 2016.
Distribution area
Nationwide
nationwide
United States
Quantity affected
5 # x 34, 409; 10# x 7, 983
Recall initiation
FDA report date: June 12, 2013
FDA recall number
F-1483-2013
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Chemi- Source INC, Nutra Pak initiated this food recall on April 2, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Source of whey ingredient not listed as milk and source of lecithin ingredient not listed as soy, Milk and soy are allergens. Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, soy run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The FDA report lists distribution as: nationwide.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Source of whey ingredient not listed as milk and source of lecithin ingredient not listed as soy, Milk and soy are allergens. Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, soy run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Upc6-09492 72050-4, 72053-5, Metabolic Whey - Rich Chocolate¿5 Lbs, 10 Lbs: Whey Protein… was made or distributed by Chemi- Source INC, Nutra Pak in Grand Rapids, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1483-2013, dated June 12, 2013.
Why this is a Class II recall
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
FDA definition
The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
What to do now
1
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Undeclared milk
Symptoms to watch for
Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.
When symptoms may appear
Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.
Higher-risk groups
People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.
What to do now
1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.
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
4 answers
What is the Upc6-09492 72050-4, 72053-5, Metabolic Whey - Rich Chocolate¿5 Lbs, 10 Lbs: Whey Protein… recall?
Chemi- Source INC, Nutra Pak recalled Upc6-09492 72050-4, 72053-5, Metabolic Whey - Rich Chocolate¿5 Lbs, 10 Lbs: Whey Protein… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1483-2013. Source of whey ingredient not listed as milk and source of lecithin ingredient not listed as soy, Milk and soy are allergens. Consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity…
What should I do if I bought this product?
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.
Is the Chemi- Source INC, Nutra Pak 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-1483-2013. 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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