(WJW) — Some vitamin gummies sold at ALDI, BJ’s Wholesale Club and online have been recalled, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The gummies, according to the agency, potentially contain undeclared peanuts.
The affected vitamins could pose a serious risk to those with peanut allergies. Symptoms of peanut exposure can range from hives and itching to anaphylaxis and even death, the Mayo Clinic explained.
Vita Warehouse Corp. voluntarily recalled one lot of the following products:
- Welby brand Vitamin B12 Energy Support gummy product 1000 mcg, 140 count
- Berkley Jensen Vitamin B12 1000 mcg, 250 count
- VitaGlobe Vitamin B12 Extra Strength, 60 count
FDA officials said the recalled batch has a lot code of 248046601 and an October 2026 expiration date. This information will be printed on the bottom of the clear bottle.
Some vitamin gummies sold at ALDI, BJ’s Wholesale Club and online have been recalled, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The gummies potentially contain undeclared peanuts, the FDA says. (Credit: FDA)
All other lots of these products are not affected, the recall said.
The recalled vitamins were sold at ALDI and BJ’s stores across the country, as well as on Amazon and VitaGlobe’s website.
Anyone who has a peanut allergy and purchased one of these recalled products should return them for a full refund or throw them away, the FDA said. Anyone experiencing an allergic reaction should seek out medical attention immediately.
There have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. To learn more about the gummy vitamin recall, visit the FDA recalls section.
