RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0012-2022/FDA enforcement
Fairlife LLC·Food·Sep 24, 2021

Fairlife Milk 8oz / 6pk Chocolate (Multi-pack Format of Small Single Serve Bottle)

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Product has potential for spoilage and lack of commercial sterility.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

  • 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIN, AZ, CA, OR +2 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameFairlife LLC
Recalling firmFairlife LLCChicago, IL, United States
UPC / barcodes
00 811620 02207 100 811620 02206 4
Lot / date codes
  • Date Code "MAY2722 FA"
Distribution area
INAZCAORUTWA

Product was distributed to 8 retailers (in AZ, CA, OR, UT and WA) and 1 distributor (military)

United States

Quantity affected1, 137 cases (each case contains 4 units of 6 bottles)
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 20, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0012-2022

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Fairlife LLC initiated this food recall on September 24, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Product has potential for spoilage and lack of commercial sterility. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was distributed to 8 retailers (in AZ, CA, OR, UT and WA) and 1 distributor (military).

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product has potential for spoilage and lack of commercial sterility.

Fairlife Milk 8oz / 6pk Chocolate (Multi-pack Format of Small Single Serve Bottle) was made or distributed by Fairlife LLC in Chicago, IL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0012-2022, dated October 20, 2021.

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 process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

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. 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

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

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 Fairlife Milk 8oz / 6pk Chocolate (Multi-pack Format of Small Single Serve Bottle) recall?

Fairlife LLC recalled Fairlife Milk 8oz / 6pk Chocolate (Multi-pack Format of Small Single Serve Bottle) in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0012-2022. Product has potential for spoilage and lack of commercial sterility.

What are the symptoms of Product safety recall exposure?

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Who is most at risk from Product safety recall?

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

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 product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

How do I get a refund from Fairlife LLC?

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-0012-2022 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Fairlife LLC 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-0012-2022. 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.