One lot of B12 gummies sold under multiple labels pulled nationwide due to potential contamination. No reported illnesses, but FDA urges caution for consumers with peanut allergies.
A nationwide recall has been announced for a popular vitamin B12 supplement sold by Aldi, BJ’s and Amazon, due to the potential presence of undeclared peanut allergens. The voluntary recall affects a single production lot distributed under the Welby, Berkley Jensen and VitaGlobe brand names.
The move follows routine testing conducted by Aldi, which flagged the possible contamination despite the manufacturer’s own tests showing no trace of peanuts.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the recall notice, warning consumers with peanut allergies of the potentially life-threatening consequences of ingesting the affected products.
Affected Products Distributed Under Multiple Brand Names
According to the FDA, the recall applies to three vitamin B12 products: Welby Vitamin B12 Energy Support Gummies (140 count), Berkley Jensen Vitamin B12 (250 count), and VitaGlobe Vitamin B12 Extra Strength (60 count).
All affected items belong to lot number 248046601, with a shared expiration date of October 2026. They were sold nationwide in-store at Aldi and BJ’s Wholesale Club, and online via those retailers’ websites as well as Amazon and VitaGlobe’s platform.
Each product can be identified by its unique UPC code:
- Welby: 4099100290868
- Berkley Jensen: 888670132487
- VitaGlobe: 850005214670
The products were packaged in clear plastic bottles with white caps, featuring red, white, green or pink labelling, depending on the brand. The potential contamination was discovered through Aldi’s standard protocol allergen screening, which detected a signal for peanut presence.
In contrast, the manufacturer, Vita Warehouse Corp, said internal tests showed no peanut residue, yet proceeded with the recall “out of an abundance of caution”, according to the FDA notice.
No Illnesses Reported, but Recall Issued as Preventive Measure
No allergic reactions or health incidents linked to these supplements have been reported to date. Nevertheless, the FDA underlined the serious health risks posed to consumers with peanut allergies, including anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal reaction involving airway constriction, hives, and loss of consciousness.
According to the FDA, peanut allergy affects around 6 million Americans, representing 2% of the population, with the majority being children. It is one of the leading causes of food allergy-related fatalities in the United States, with an estimated 150 to 200 deaths annually.
Consumers in possession of the affected vitamins are advised to return the products for a full refund or discard them safely. Individuals with concerns can contact Vita Warehouse customer service at 1-855-214-0100, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time.
