US EditionPopular Sweetener Recalled Nationwide as FDA Warns of Label Mix-Up
UNITED STATES, AUG 7 – NuNaturals recalled 156 bottles of sweeteners after a labeling error posed allergic risks to ragweed-sensitive consumers, with the FDA classifying it as a Class II health hazard.
- On July 14, NuNaturals voluntarily recalled 156 bottles nationwide due to a labeling error that caused stevia and monk fruit sweeteners to be incorrectly packaged and distributed.
- The recall was initiated due to a labeling error where bottles marked as Stevia were filled with Monk Fruit powder and those labeled as Monk Fruit contained Stevia, posing allergen concerns for individuals with sensitivities.
- A total of 78 bottles each of the Monk Fruit and Stevia sweeteners, identified by specific UPC codes and lot numbers, were made available to retailers throughout the United States.
- On August 1, the FDA raised the recall status to Class II, signaling that exposure to the affected products could result in temporary or reversible health effects.
- The recall remains ongoing and advises consumers not to use the affected products, highlighting the importance of caution for people allergic to stevia, ragweed-related plants, or monk fruit.
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FDA Issues Notices as 2 Sweeteners Recalled Over Mislabeling
A recall of two plant-based sweetener products from NuNaturals Inc. was given the second-highest risk warning by the Food and Drug Administration, according to two notices published by the agency. NuNaturals is recalling certain lots of its Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener, according to notices posted on the FDA’s website. A mix-up of the labeling showed the stevia bottles were filled with the monk fruit sweetener, while the mon…
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Popular sweetener recalled nationwide as FDA warns of label mix-up
(NEXSTAR) – A pair of sweeteners are being recalled nationwide due to a labeling mishap, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Oregon-based company known for its sugar-free sweeteners is recalling NuNatural's Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener because 78 bottles of each – 156 in total – bear the other's label. The sweeteners in the recall consist of 1-ounce bottles of Organic Pure Stevia with the UPC 7 39223 002…
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The Independent (US)Popular sweetener recalled over labeling mix-up as FDA issues warning
The recall was recently upgraded by the FDA, the latest in a string affecting consumers
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