Red Bull North America is recalling Red Bull Branded Total Zero Energy Drink because the cans are missing the statement "Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine", a mandatory…
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.
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Red Bull North America INCSanta Monica, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 11269 62373 46 11269 61505 0
Lot / date codes
Lot#1425389
Distribution area
NEW HAMPSHIRE, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, CONNECTICUT, PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, SOUTH DAKOTA, INDIANA, NEBRASKA, MICHIGAN, MAINE, IOWA, DELAWARE, AND MARYLAND
United States
Quantity affected
1, 395 cases
Recall initiation
FDA report date: December 16, 2015
FDA recall number
F-0352-2016
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Red Bull North America INC initiated this food recall on October 14, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: Red Bull North America is recalling Red Bull Branded Total Zero Energy Drink because the cans are missing the statement "Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine", a mandatory requirement on all products that contain aspartame. The FDA report lists distribution as: NEW HAMPSHIRE, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, CONNECTICUT, PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, SOUTH DAKOTA, INDIANA, NEBRASKA, MICHIGAN, MAINE, IOWA, DELAWARE, AND MARYLAND.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Red Bull North America is recalling Red Bull Branded Total Zero Energy Drink because the cans are missing the statement "Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine", a mandatory requirement on all products that contain aspartame.
Red Bull Total Zero Energy Drink, 12 fl.oz was made or distributed by Red Bull North America INC in Santa Monica, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0352-2016, dated December 16, 2015.
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
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
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
1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
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
4 answers
What is the Red Bull Total Zero Energy Drink, 12 fl.oz recall?
Red Bull North America INC recalled Red Bull Total Zero Energy Drink, 12 fl.oz in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0352-2016. Red Bull North America is recalling Red Bull Branded Total Zero Energy Drink because the cans are missing the statement "Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine", a mandatory…
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 Red Bull North 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-0352-2016. 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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