The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1035-2020·Announced 2020-08-05

Built Brands Recalls Moldy Banana Chocolate Creme Protein Bars

Built Brands LLC is recalling 79,500 Banana Chocolate Creme protein bars because they may be moldy before the expiration date.

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 classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a moderate risk of temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The hazard is mold contamination, and no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Built Brands LLC is voluntarily recalling 79,500 units of Banana Chocolate Creme Chocolate covered protein bars. The product is packaged in metalized polypropylene wrappers and sold in boxes containing 6 to 18 bars, with net weights ranging from 53 to 58 grams.

The recall is being issued because the products may be moldy prior to the end of the stated shelf life. The affected lots are identified by codes 2004524 (expiration 10/14/2020) and 2005724 (expiration 10/26/2020).

The product was distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada. Consumers should check their pantries for these specific lot codes and expiration dates. If found, the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Banana Chocolate Creme Chocolate covered protein bars, packaged in metalized polypropylene wrappers, packed in 6 count to 18 count boxes, net wt. ranges from 53 to 58 grams.
Manufacturer
BUILT BRANDS LLC
Category
Food — Protein Bars
Hazard
Affected units
79,500

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 (6)

  • 2004524
  • date 20045
  • Expiration 10/14/2020
  • 2005724
  • date 20057
  • Expiration 10/26/2020

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 9 recalled by BUILT BRANDS LLC under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 9 products in this recall →

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