RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0771-2021/FDA enforcement

Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Firm testing found trace levels of yeast in the product. Further investigation found the presence of Candida pelliculosa.

  • 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

    Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure.

Recall closed · classified by the FDACA, MD, VA, WI +5 moreMore supplements

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameYakult U.s.a. INC.
Recalling firmYakult U.s.a. INC.Fountain Valley, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 99235 00100 7
Lot / date codes
  • Lot code 0601ST03
  • Best if used by Jul 07 and Jul 08, 2021
Distribution area
CAMDVAWINCNYGAFLWA

CA, MD, VA, WI, NC, NY, GA, FL, WA

United States

Quantity affected16, 073 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 14, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0771-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Yakult U.s.a. INC. initiated this supplements recall on June 26, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Firm testing found trace levels of yeast in the product. Further investigation found the presence of Candida pelliculosa. The FDA report lists distribution as: CA, MD, VA, WI, NC, NY, GA, FL, WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Firm testing found trace levels of yeast in the product. Further investigation found the presence of Candida pelliculosa.

Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink was made or distributed by Yakult U.s.a. INC. in Fountain Valley, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0771-2021, dated July 14, 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 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. 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 Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink recall?

Yakult U.s.a. INC. recalled Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0771-2021. Firm testing found trace levels of yeast in the product. Further investigation found the presence of Candida pelliculosa.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure. 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 Yakult U.s.a. 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-0771-2021. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.