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Monday, May 10, 2021

Protein Shakes Recalled for Undeclared Soy Due to Supplier Cross Contamination Issue

CytoSport, Inc., the manufacturer of Evolve, today announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of Evolve Protein Shakes after a third-party supplier was found to have supplied ingredients cross-contaminated with soy protein.  

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/evolve-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-vanilla-bean-and-double-chocolate-4-pack-protein-shakes
Evolve Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy in Vanilla Bean and Double Chocolate 4 Pack Protein Shakes
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 01, 2021
FDA Publish Date:  May 03, 2021
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared soy
Company Name:  CytoSport, Inc.
Brand Name:  Evolve
Product Description:  Evolve Protein Shakes
Company Announcement

CytoSport, Inc., the manufacturer of Evolve, today announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of Evolve Protein Shakes after a third-party supplier was found to have supplied ingredients cross-contaminated with soy protein. CytoSport is initiating the voluntary recall to protect public health. Consumers that have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of an allergic reaction if they continue to consume the products.

The products being recalled were distributed nationwide through retailers, eCommerce websites and through the www.drinkevolve.comExternal Link Disclaimer website, and are as follows:

Product Package MFG Date
Evolve Double Chocolate Protein Shake 11 oz - Tetra Pak cartons sold in 4 pack 12/31/2020
Evolve Double Chocolate Protein Shake 11 oz - Tetra Pak cartons sold in 4 pack 1/1/2021
Evolve Vanilla Bean Protein Shake 11 oz - Tetra Pak cartons sold in 4 pack 12/30/2020
Evolve Vanilla Bean Protein Shake 11 oz - Tetra Pak cartons sold in 4 pack 1/25/2021
Pictures of the products listed above will be available on www.drinkevolve.comExternal Link Disclaimer. There have been no reported illnesses to date.

At this time there are no other Evolve products involved in this situation. All retail outlets effected have been notified to immediately remove effected product from shelves. The company is working closely with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has rectified the issue, but in the meantime is taking these actions out of commitment to and concern for consumers.

Consumers who have purchased any of the above products are urged to dispose of or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. They may also call CytoSport Customer Relations at 1-888-298-6629 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5pm EST.

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