UltraBalance Protein Powder, Net Wt. 14.8 oz (420g)

Metagenics, INC. recalled UltraBalance Protein Powder, Net Wt. 14.8 oz (420g) in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jul 3, 2014.

The FDA listed the reason as an undeclared allergen: "Metagenics is recalling UltraBalance Protein powder because it may contain undeclared soy." 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 "Nationwide in US and worldwide: South Africa, Netherlands,," 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 Aliso Viejo, CA. The recall covers 6158 units of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Jul 30, 2014), 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.