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Food & Beverages/Beverages

Yakult U.S.A. Inc.: Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink Recalled for Yeast Contamination

Agency Publication Date: July 8, 2021
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Summary

Yakult U.S.A. Inc. has voluntarily recalled 16,073 cases of Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink (2.7 FL. OZ. bottles) because company testing identified the presence of yeast, specifically Candida pelliculosa. The affected products were distributed in CA, MD, VA, WI, NC, NY, GA, FL, and WA and are identified by specific lot codes and best-by dates. Consumers who have purchased these drinks should not consume them and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

The product contains trace levels of the yeast Candida pelliculosa, which can cause spoilage and potentially lead to illness or adverse reactions if consumed, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your refrigerator for Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink sold in 2.7 FL. OZ. (80 mL) bottles, either in 5-individual bottle packs or 10-pack cases.
  2. Verify the lot code and expiration dates: look for Lot code 0601ST03 and 'Best if used by' dates of Jul 07, 2021, or Jul 08, 2021.
  3. Confirm the UPC codes on the packaging: the individual bottle UPC is 4520 8812 and the 5-pack UPC is 6 99235 00100 7.
  4. Immediately stop consuming any product that matches these identifying details.
  5. Return the affected product to the place of purchase to receive a full refund or contact Yakult U.S.A. Inc. for further instructions.
  6. For additional questions, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA).

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund at point of purchase.

How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Drink (2.7 FL. OZ. / 80 mL)
UPC Codes:
45208812
699235001007
Lot Numbers:
0601ST03
Date Ranges: Best if used by Jul 07, 2021, Best if used by Jul 08, 2021

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 88204
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Yakult U.S.A. Inc.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 16,073 cases
Distributed To: California, Maryland, Virginia, Wisconsin, North Carolina, New York, Georgia, Florida, Washington

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Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response

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