Novartis Consumer Health: Food Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: F-1960-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Benefiber Plus Heart Health Non-Thickening Powder, Sugar Free, packaged in 6.4-oz (48 servings) bottles, UPC 300673002487. Distributed by: Novartis Consumer health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622. Made in France.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 7, 2013

Date Posted: October 9, 2013

Recall Number: F-1960-2013

Event ID: 65111

Reason for Recall:

The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer complaints.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 170,220/6.4-oz. (48 servings) bottles

Code Information:

10118915, 10118916, 10118917, 10118918, 10120338, 10120361, 10122590, 10122591, 10123950, 10126662, and 10127376

Distribution Pattern:

Product was distributed nationwide and included military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Panama and Belize.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated