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ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IActive recallF-0481-2021/FDA enforcement
Real Water, INC.·Food·Mar 17, 2021

Real Alkalized Water, Packed in 16.9 OZ., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-gallon and 5-gallon Plastic…

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameReal Water, INC.
Recalling firmReal Water, INC.Henderson, NV, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 69149 10551 16 69149 10550 46 69149 10553 56 69149 10552 86 69149 10555 96 69149 10554 26 69149 10561 06 69149 10560 3
Lot / date codes
  • Real Water 16.9 oz., UPC (Case): 6-69149-10551-1, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10550-4 Real Water 1 Liter, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10553-5, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10552-8 Real Water 1.5 Ltr, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10555-9, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10554-2 Real Water 1 Gallon, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10561-0, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10560-3 ALL CODES of all products.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide. Distributors located in WA, CA, AZ, NM, NV, RI, CO, MN, MO, IL, TN, AL, MS, GA, NY

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 28, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0481-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Real Water, INC. initiated this food recall on March 17, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide. Distributors located in WA, CA, AZ, NM, NV, RI, CO, MN, MO, IL, TN, AL, MS, GA, NY.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water

Real Alkalized Water, Packed in 16.9 OZ., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-gallon and 5-gallon Plastic… was made or distributed by Real Water, INC. in Henderson, NV, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0481-2021, dated April 28, 2021.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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 Real Alkalized Water, Packed in 16.9 OZ., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-gallon and 5-gallon Plastic… recall?

Real Water, INC. recalled Real Alkalized Water, Packed in 16.9 OZ., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-gallon and 5-gallon Plastic… in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0481-2021. FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water

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. 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.

Is the Real Water, INC. recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0481-2021. 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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Official source

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