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Check your pantry.
A popular protein supplement has been pulled from shelves across 37 U.S. states after regulators found it may contain an undeclared allergen, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed.
What product is affected
The recall targets unflavoured 225-gram bags of Genepro Whey 4th Generation Plasma Treated Protein.
The packages cam be identified by:
- UPC: 850053365126
- Lot code: 250214
- Best-by date: February 13, 2027
Despite labels stating “allergen free,” “lactose free” and “dairy free,” the FDA says the product may contain undeclared milk.
Where it was sold
The recalled protein powder was distributed widely, including in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington and Wyoming.
The agency classified it as a Class I recall, the most serious level, indicating a risk of “serious adverse health consequences or death” for individuals with a milk allergy.
What consumers should do
Anyone who has the affected product should stop using it immediately.
The FDA advises disposing of the protein powder or returning it to the place of purchase for a refund.
People with milk allergies who have consumed the product should contact a healthcare provider if they experience symptoms such as swelling, hives, difficulty breathing, vomiting or other signs of an allergic reaction.
Sources: FDA.
