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Good Brain Tonic 16 oz & 32 oz recall: Potential Foodborne Illness -Botulism

Recall published 7 months ago

Potential Foodborne Illness -Botulism

Good Brain Tonic Other food products — recalled other food products
Photo published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Botulism risk

The concern here is Clostridium botulinum. Under-processed shelf-stable food can allow the toxin to form inside a sealed, normal-looking container.

What the notice says: Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing.

Why it matters: This product may not have been processed in a way that reliably destroys Clostridium botulinum spores. The toxin they can produce in a sealed container is one of the most dangerous substances in food safety, and it is tasteless and odourless.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Botulism is a medical emergency. The CDC lists double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, a dry mouth, and muscle weakness that starts in the face and moves down the body. In an infant, watch for poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids and unusual floppiness. Call 911 or go to an emergency department immediately if any of these appear after eating a recalled product — treatment works best when it is given early.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Published
April 6, 2026
Risk level
Highest risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Good Brain Tonic
Product type
Other food products
Distribution
Nationwide
UPC codes
860010984468
Reports of harm
No illnesses have been reported to date.

Products covered by this recall

Good Brain Tonic 16 oz & 32 oz

What the company announced

Liquid Blenz Corp of Rockville Center, NY is recalling all codes of Good Brain Tonic because of Botulism potential. Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension, and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

Good Brain Tonic was distributed nationwide in retail stores and via internet sales.

Good Brain is bottled in 16 oz & 32 oz Amber bottles with plastic cap. UPC code for 16 oz size is 860010984468 and 32 oz is 860010984475.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The Botulism potential was discovered through analysis by the Cornell Food Venture Center and field testing by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors.

Consumers who have purchased Good Brain Tonic 16 oz or 32 oz bottles are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-516-608-8826.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 3 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 860010984468

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 16 oz
  • 32 oz

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Botulism

Good Brain Tonic — The concern here is Clostridium botulinum. Under-processed shelf-stable food can allow the toxin to form inside a sealed, normal-looking container.

  1. Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.
  2. Wash anything the contents spilled on with a bleach solution and wear gloves while you do it.
  3. If anyone has eaten it and has blurred vision, trouble swallowing or weakness, call 911 — this does not wait for an appointment.
  4. Do not open the container. If it is already open, do not sniff it — double-bag it and keep it away from children and pets.

Getting a refund without the pack

The commonest reason people skip the refund is that they have already thrown the item away. That rarely matters.

  • A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.
  • Store credit is often offered first. You can ask for the original payment method instead, and it is normally granted.
  • No photo either? Ask anyway. Grocery chains settle recall refunds at the service desk because disputing them costs more than paying them.
  • For a multi-pack or a case, ask for the full purchase price rather than a per-unit figure — the recall covers what you paid.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who have purchased Good Brain Tonic 16 oz or 32 oz bottles are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact: Liquid Blenz Corp — Consumers: 1-516-608-8826

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Good Brain Tonic other food products recalled?

Potential Foodborne Illness -Botulism Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 860010984468. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who have purchased Good Brain Tonic 16 oz or 32 oz bottles are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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