Novartis Consumer Health: Food Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: F-1961-2013)

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 Fiber Drink Mix, Cherry Pomegranate, Sugar Free, packaged in 5.0-oz. boxes containing 24/0.21-oz. stick packs, UPC 300670107246. 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-1961-2013

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: 162,408/5.0-oz. (24-ct) boxes

Code Information:

10116609, 10118436, 10121279, 10121280, 10122653, 10122654, 10125466, and 10128711

Distribution Pattern:

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

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated