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Class I Recall — Risk of Serious Adverse Health Consequences or Death
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Real Water, Inc. Real Alkalized Water, packed in 16.9 oz., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-Gallon and 5-Gal Recall 2021

Real Water, Inc.Issued March 17, 2021

Real Water, Inc. Real Alkalized Water, packed in 16.9 oz., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-Gallon and 5-Gallon plastic bottles. Drinkrealwater.com — recalled per FDA on 3/17/2021. Reason: FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water.

Issuing agency
FDA
Issued
Mar 17, 2021
Brand
Real Water, Inc.
Distribution
1 states

What to do right now

High Risk
  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. 2

    Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. 3

    Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. 4

    Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

Verified source

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Summary of the official FDA notice issued March 17, 2021. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on fda.gov

What's recalled

Real Alkalized Water, packed in 16.9 oz., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-Gallon and 5-Gallon plastic bottles. Drinkrealwater.com

Why it was recalled

FDA was notified of cases of acute liver failure after consumption of Real Water

Affected products & lot numbers
9 lots called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
Real Water 16.9 oz.
UPC (Case): 6-69149-10551-1
UPC (Single): 6-69149-10550-4 Real Water 1 Liter
UPC (Case): 6-69149-10553-5
UPC (Single): 6-69149-10552-8 Real Water 1.5 Ltr
UPC (Case): 6-69149-10555-9
UPC (Single): 6-69149-10554-2 Real Water 1 Gallon
UPC (Case): 6-69149-10561-0
UPC (Single): 6-69149-10560-3 ALL CODES of all products.
Consumer impact analysis
Generated for Class I recalls · 4/27/2026

Real Water brand alkalized water in multiple bottle sizes was recalled after the FDA received reports of acute liver failure linked to consumption of the product. Who is most at risk: • Anyone who consumed Real Water brand alkalized water • People with existing liver conditions • Children and elderly individuals Distribution scope: Nationwide, with distributors in 15 states

Where was it sold
1 state

Nationwide. Distributors located in WA, CA, AZ, NM, NV, RI, CO, MN, MO, IL, TN, AL, MS, GA, NY

nationwide
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Real Water, Inc. recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of March 17, 2021. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: Real Water 16.9 oz., UPC (Case): 6-69149-10551-1, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10550-4 Real Water 1 Liter, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10553-5, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10552-8 Real Water 1.5 Ltr, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10555-9, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10554-2 Real Water 1 Gallon, UPC (Case): 6-69149-10561-0, UPC (Single): 6-69149-10560-3 ALL CODES of all products.. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled Real Water, Inc.?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.