CLASS II Food recall · Reported 1 Aug 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report

Whey Powder, Sweet Type, Formula 521, Extra Grade recalled by AMPI

AMPI is recalling AMPI Whey Powder, Sweet Type, Formula 521, Extra Grade, spray process pasteurized, distributed in 9 states. The recall was initiated on 16 Jul 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot Serial Number: 7000.118.121.BL - 7000.118.125.BL, 7000.118.144.BL - 7000.118.149.BL, 7000.118.153.BL - 7000.118.156.BL, 7000.118.158.BL - 7000.118.165.BL
Quantity recalled1,783,715.81 lbs.

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number
F-1773-2018
FDA event ID
80537
Recalling firm
AMPI, New Ulm, MN
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
16 Jul 2018
FDA classified
13 Aug 2018
Reported
1 Aug 2018
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Salmonella
Product category
Protein Powder

Timeline

16 Jul 2018Recall initiated by company
1 Aug 2018Published in enforcement report+16 days
13 Aug 2018Classified by FDA+12 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Whey powder may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

AMPI Whey Powder, Sweet Type, Formula 521, Extra Grade, spray process pasteurized, packaged in 50 lbs net (22.68 kg net) and 25 kg net (55.12 lbs net).

Where it was distributed

GA, IL, KY, MI, MN, MO, OH, PA, VA

GeorgiaIllinoisKentuckyMichiganMinnesotaMissouriOhioPennsylvaniaVirginia

Questions about this recall

Is Whey Powder, Sweet Type, Formula 521, Extra Grade, spray process pasteurized recalled?

Yes. AMPI recalled Whey Powder, Sweet Type, Formula 521, Extra Grade, spray process pasteurized on 16 Jul 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1773-2018.

Why was it recalled?

Whey powder may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Which lots are affected?

Lot Serial Number: 7000.118.121.BL - 7000.118.125.BL, 7000.118.144.BL - 7000.118.149.BL, 7000.118.153.BL - 7000.118.156.BL, 7000.118.158.BL - 7000.118.165.BL

Where was it sold?

GA, IL, KY, MI, MN, MO, OH, PA, VA

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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