The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0373-2016·Announced 2015-12-16

Thrive Foods Recalls Organic Blenditup Smoothie Mix Due to Foreign Object

Thrive Foods LLC is recalling 5,305 canisters of Organic Blenditup Smoothie Mix because a wingnut was found inside a canister.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is a voluntary precautionary measure for a foreign object (wingnut) with no reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Thrive Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling 5,305 canisters of Organic Blenditup Protein + Plant Based Smoothie Mix. The product is a 24 oz (682g) plastic canister, 12 packages per case, distributed by Blenditup in Washington, UT. The specific lot affected has a freeze-by date of 08/22/2017 and lot number 151732 (Item: 899352).

The recall was initiated after an end user found a wingnut inside their canister. The firm determined the wingnut came from the outside of the magnet unit attached to the blender. As a precautionary measure, the firm is recalling all canisters produced during the affected lot.

The product was distributed to one customer in Utah. Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Organic blenditup Protein + Plant Based Smoothie Mix, No Dairy, Vitamin Fortified, 100% Vegan, Mild Natural Flavor with a Hint of Sweetness, Net Wt. 24 oz (682g), packaged in plastic canister, 12 packages per case. Distributed by: Blenditup, 504 W. Buena Vista, Suite 1, Washingt
Manufacturer
Thrive Foods LLC
Affected units
5,305

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • freeze by date of 08/22/2017 with a lot number of 151732
  • Item: 899352

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same manufacturer · Thrive Foods LLC

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