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Double Chocolate Mousse Chocolate covered protein bars, packaged in metalized polypropylene wrappers, packed in 6 count to 18 count boxes, net wt. ranges from 53 to 58 grams.

Reported: August 5, 2020 Initiated: June 24, 2020 #F-1038-2020 48,480 bars units

BUILT BRANDS LLC issued this FDA Food recall on August 5, 2020. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 48,480 bars units are affected. The recall was issued because: Products may be moldy prior to the end of the stated shelf life.. 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-1038-2020) was formally reported on August 5, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 24, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. BUILT BRANDS LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of American Fork, UT. Federal records indicate 48,480 bars units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Products may be moldy prior to the end of the stated shelf life. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in U.S. and Canada.. 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 6 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

48,480 bars

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product Description

Double Chocolate Mousse Chocolate covered protein bars, packaged in metalized polypropylene wrappers, packed in 6 count to 18 count boxes, net wt. ranges from 53 to 58 grams.

Reason for Recall

Products may be moldy prior to the end of the stated shelf life.

Details

Recalling Firm
BUILT BRANDS LLC
Units Affected
48,480 bars
Distribution
Nationwide in U.S. and Canada.
Location
American Fork, 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-1038-2020
Date reported August 5, 2020
Date initiated June 24, 2020
Recalling firm BUILT BRANDS LLC
Units affected 48,480 bars
Distribution Nationwide in U.S. and Canada.

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

Scale of Impact

48,480 bars units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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?
Double Chocolate Mousse Chocolate covered protein bars, packaged in metalized polypropylene wrappers, packed in 6 count to 18 count boxes, net wt. ranges from 53 to 58 grams.. Recalled by BUILT BRANDS LLC. Units affected: 48,480 bars.
Why was this product recalled?
Products may be moldy prior to the end of the stated shelf life.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on August 5, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1038-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide in U.S. and Canada..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1038-2020) 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.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • 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).