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Class III, Unlikely HarmfulF-0981-2013

PURE PROTEIN PROTEIN SHOT 25g PROTEIN, GRAPE Flavor PROTEIN DRINK 2.9 fl. oz. (86 mL), Product Number 50451, Bulk Number 36753 (Vial), UPC 7 49826 50451 3 (Vial), and Product Number 50452, Bulk Number 36753 (Carton of 6), UPC 7 49826 50452 0 (Carton). --- Carefully Manufactured by Worldwide Sport Nutritional Supplements, Inc. Bayport, NY 11705

Recalled by Nbty INC. on Dec 21, 2012

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Nbty INC. recalled PURE PROTEIN PROTEIN SHOT 25g PROTEIN, GRAPE Flavor PROTEIN DRINK 2.9 fl. oz. (86 mL), Product Number 50451, Bulk Number 36753 (Vial), UPC 7 in a Class III action, the FDA tier used when a product is unlikely to cause adverse health effects, typically for labeling or minor regulatory issues on Dec 21, 2012.

The recall cites spoilage or microbial growth: "Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus brevis were detected in a sample of the product tested by a private laboratory. This is an issue of commercial spoilage."

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Nationwide and Puerto Rico," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Bohemia, NY. The recall covers 61,866 vials (sold in cartons of 6) of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Feb 13, 2013), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus brevis were detected in a sample of the product tested by a private laboratory. This is an issue of commercial spoilage.

Product Description

PURE PROTEIN PROTEIN SHOT 25g PROTEIN, GRAPE Flavor PROTEIN DRINK 2.9 fl. oz. (86 mL), Product Number 50451, Bulk Number 36753 (Vial), UPC 7 49826 50451 3 (Vial), and Product Number 50452, Bulk Number 36753 (Carton of 6), UPC 7 49826 50452 0 (Carton). --- Carefully Manufactured by Worldwide Sport Nutritional Supplements, Inc. Bayport, NY 11705

Distribution

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.