Skip to main content
FoodRecallWatch
Class I, DangerousF-2094-2017

NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar, 5g net carbs, A gluten-free, soy protein bar with overall peanut butter and chocolate taste covered in dark chocolate, Best Buy 07/28/2017, manufactured for: NuGo Nutrition 520 second Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 INGREDIENTS: SLIM PROTEIN [NON-GMO SOY CRISP (NON-GMO SOY PROTEIN, TAPIOCA, CALCIUM CARBONATE), NON-GMO SOY PROTEIN, NON-GMO RICE PROTEIN], BITTERSWEET DARK CHOCOLATE (CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CANE SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, VANILLA), CHICORY ROOT, VEGETABLE GLYCERINE, PEANUTS, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, PEANUT FLOUR, ALMONDS, PEANUT EXTRACT, RICE BRAN, NATURAL FLAVORS, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, AND SALT. ALLERGEN INFORMATION: CONTAINS PEANUTS, ALMONDS AND SOY. MANUFACTURED ON EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO PROCESSES PRODUCTS CONTAINING TREE NUTS, MILK AND EGG. PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED PAREVE.

Recalled by NuGo Nutrition Hq on Mar 28, 2016

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

NuGo Nutrition Hq recalled NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar, 5g net carbs, A gluten-free, soy protein bar with overall peanut butter and chocolate taste cov in a Class I action — the FDA's most serious tier, reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death on Mar 28, 2016.

The FDA listed the reason as an undeclared allergen: "Undeclared milk allergen. Brownie Bar packaged in Crunchy Peanut Butter Bar wrapper which does not list milk as an allergen under allergen information section of the ingredient statement." Allergen mislabeling is the leading cause of U.S. food recalls, because a missing declaration can trigger a reaction in someone who reads the label and believes the product is safe.

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Product was distributed throughout the United States. There were no international distribution," 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 Oakmont, PA. The recall covers 1165 cases of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Apr 26, 2017), 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

Undeclared milk allergen. Brownie Bar packaged in Crunchy Peanut Butter Bar wrapper which does not list milk as an allergen under allergen information section of the ingredient statement.

Product Description

NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar, 5g net carbs, A gluten-free, soy protein bar with overall peanut butter and chocolate taste covered in dark chocolate, Best Buy 07/28/2017, manufactured for: NuGo Nutrition 520 second Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 INGREDIENTS: SLIM PROTEIN [NON-GMO SOY CRISP (NON-GMO SOY PROTEIN, TAPIOCA, CALCIUM CARBONATE), NON-GMO SOY PROTEIN, NON-GMO RICE PROTEIN], BITTERSWEET DARK CHOCOLATE (CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CANE SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, VANILLA), CHICORY ROOT, VEGETABLE GLYCERINE, PEANUTS, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, PEANUT FLOUR, ALMONDS, PEANUT EXTRACT, RICE BRAN, NATURAL FLAVORS, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, AND SALT. ALLERGEN INFORMATION: CONTAINS PEANUTS, ALMONDS AND SOY. MANUFACTURED ON EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO PROCESSES PRODUCTS CONTAINING TREE NUTS, MILK AND EGG. PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED PAREVE.

Distribution

Product was distributed throughout the United States. There were no international distribution.

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.

Browse Related Recalls

Terms Explained

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