FDAClass IIIFebruary 13, 2013

Met-rx Extreme Thermo Rage Watermelon Dietary recall: Spoilage

MET-Rx EXTREME THERMO RAGE WATERMELON DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, 8 FL. OZ. (240 mL) , Product Number 50390 (Bulk number 50389), UPC 7 86560 50389 1, Label…

Why was Met-rx Extreme Thermo Rage Watermelon Dietary recalled?

Acetobacter lovaniensis was detected in a sample of the product tested by a private laboratory. This is an issue of commercial spoilage.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot # 430855, Expiration Date 12/21/12; Lot # 430856, Expiration Date 12/29/12

Product
MET-Rx EXTREME THERMO RAGE WATERMELON DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, 8 FL. OZ. (240 mL) , Product Number 50390 (Bulk number 50389), UPC 7 86560 50389 1, Label…
Recalling firm
NBTY Inc.
Quantity
40,668 bottles (shipped and sold in cases of 12)
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
February 13, 2013
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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