Moderate riskFDA FoodClass II

American Laboratories Pepsin Full Strength Powder recalled for potential Salmonella contamination

American Laboratories is recalling Pepsin Full Strength Powder (Item #5000545, Lot Code 29460025) due to potential Salmonella contamination. The affected product was distributed to wholesale accounts in multiple states and Australia. No illnesses have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. If you have this product, do not use it.
  2. Contact your supplier or American Laboratories for instructions on returning or disposing of the powder.
  3. If you consumed this product and have symptoms of Salmonella infection (diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps), consult your doctor.

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Pepsin Full Strength Powder, 50 kg, Item #5000545, American Laboratories 5036 South 33rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68107. Packed in double poly-lined cardboard drums or boxes.
Sold in
11 direct wholesale accounts located in AZ, CA, FL, MO, NM, OH, SC, UT, WI. 1 direct wholesale account located in Australia.
Made for
All ages

This recall covers 3 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
400 kg
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
5020 S 33rd St, Omaha, NE, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
H-0610-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
Pepsin Full Strength Powder, 50 kg, Item #5000545, American Laboratories 5036 South 33rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68107. Packed in double poly-lined cardboard drums or boxes. Potential Salmonella contamination. Manufacturing code: 294 Lot Code: 29460025 Reevaluation date: January 20, 2029 Distribution: 11 direct wholesale accounts located in AZ, CA, FL, MO, NM, OH, SC, UT, WI. 1 direct wholesale account located in Australia. Affected quantity: 400 kg
Hazard
Potential Salmonella contamination.

3 products in this recall

American Laboratories pepsin powders recalled for Salmonella risk

American Laboratories is recalling three pepsin powder products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products are Pepsin Full Strength Powder (50 kg), Pepsin 1:10,000 Powder (10 kg), and Pepsin 1:3000 Powder (50 kg), packed in cardboard drums or boxes and sold to wholesale accounts in several U.S. states and one account in Australia. No illnesses have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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