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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-2239-2017/FDA enforcement
Herbalife International of America INC·Food·May 1, 2017

Protein Bar 14 Bars/box, NET WT

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Herbalife is recalling Protein Bar-Peanut Butter because it may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin.

  • Health risk

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

Recall closed · classified by the FDANationwide (US)More food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameHerbalife International of America INC
Recalling firmHerbalife International of America INCTorrance, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • 066539A11, 066553A11, 066601A11, 066660A11, 066688A11, and 066691A11.
Distribution area
Nationwide

nationwide in US

United States

Quantity affected55, 143 cartons
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 24, 2017
FDA recall numberF-2239-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Herbalife International of America INC initiated this food recall on May 1, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Herbalife is recalling Protein Bar-Peanut Butter because it may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin. The FDA report lists distribution as: nationwide in US.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Herbalife is recalling Protein Bar-Peanut Butter because it may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin.

Protein Bar 14 Bars/box, NET WT was made or distributed by Herbalife International of America INC in Torrance, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2239-2017, dated May 24, 2017.

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, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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 lot and date codes 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

Undeclared peanut

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut 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 peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 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

What is the Protein Bar 14 Bars/box, NET WT recall?

Herbalife International of America INC recalled Protein Bar 14 Bars/box, NET WT in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-2239-2017. Herbalife is recalling Protein Bar-Peanut Butter because it may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin.

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 peanut 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 Herbalife International of America 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-2239-2017. 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.