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Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank - Pasteurized Donor Human Milk, 3 fluid ounce BPA free plastic bottles, embossed with "Donor Human Milk" and graduation marks on the front side Unique identifier label which includes distributing Milk Bank Code (MWMMB), Batch ID, Unique Bottle number, Expiration Date, QR Code, Total Calorie content (kcal./oz), Fat content, Protein Content, and Calculated Lactose. EXP: 09/01/2021 Store at or below -18 C until ready to thaw for dispensation for baby feed. Unique Q

Reported: April 28, 2021 Initiated: April 13, 2021 #F-0460-2021 140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles units

Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank Inc. issued this FDA Food recall on April 28, 2021. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles units are affected. The recall was issued because: Foreign object found in bottle.. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0460-2021) was formally reported on April 28, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 13, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of South Salt Lake, UT. Federal records indicate 140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Foreign object found in bottle. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Utah - Salt Lake County, Utah County.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 5 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product Description

Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank - Pasteurized Donor Human Milk, 3 fluid ounce BPA free plastic bottles, embossed with "Donor Human Milk" and graduation marks on the front side Unique identifier label which includes distributing Milk Bank Code (MWMMB), Batch ID, Unique Bottle number, Expiration Date, QR Code, Total Calorie content (kcal./oz), Fat content, Protein Content, and Calculated Lactose. EXP: 09/01/2021 Store at or below -18 C until ready to thaw for dispensation for baby feed. Unique QR code per bottle.

Reason for Recall

Foreign object found in bottle.

Details

Units Affected
140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles
Distribution
Utah - Salt Lake County, Utah County.
Location
South Salt Lake, UT

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0460-2021
Date reported April 28, 2021
Date initiated April 13, 2021
Recalling firm Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank Inc.
Units affected 140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles
Distribution Utah - Salt Lake County, Utah County.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank - Pasteurized Donor Human Milk, 3 fluid ounce BPA free plastic bottles, embossed with "Donor Human Milk" and graduation marks on the front side Unique identifier label which includes distributing Milk Bank Code (MWMMB), Batch ID, Unique Bottle number, Expiration Date, QR Code, Total Calorie content (kcal./oz), Fat content, Protein Content, and Calculated Lactose. EXP: 09/01/2021 Store at or below -18 C until ready to thaw for dispensation for baby feed. Unique QR code per bottle.. Recalled by Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank Inc.. Units affected: 140 - 3 oz. BPA free plastic bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Foreign object found in bottle.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 28, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0460-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Utah - Salt Lake County, Utah County..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0460-2021) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

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  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).