National Enzyme Co

Recall #F-0744-2014 · Initiated 2013-10-30

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What happened

Applied Health Solutions is recalling their Foundation Blue-Green Algae supplement (90-capsule bottles, SKU 53623) because a raw ingredient may contain chloramphenicol, an antibiotic that is not approved for use in dietary supplements sold in the U.S. The company identified the issue and initiated the recall.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased and is using this specific product should be aware of the recall, though the risk level is considered moderate (Class II classification).

What to do

Check if you have this product by looking for SKU 53623 on the 90-capsule bottle labeled Applied Health Solutions from Scottsdale, AZ. If you have it, stop using it and contact the company or your retailer for a refund or replacement.

Product

Applied Health, Solutions for Life, Foundation Blue-Green Algae, Detoxify and Regenerate Energy and Immune Booster, Daily Essential Nutrients packaged in 90-capsule bottles (SKU 53623). Firm name on the label is Applied Health Solutions, Scottsdale, AZ.

Reason for recall

Firm is recalling dietary supplements containing a raw material which may contain >0.3 ppb chloramphenicol

Quantity affected

1084 bottles.

Distribution

Domestic distribution of the product is nationwide with direct accounts in 27 states in all geographical regions. Foreign distribution consists of direct accounts in the following countries: Canada, China, Malaysia, Norway, Slovakia, South Korea, Sweden, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom.

Lot / code info

Lot #'s: 53623003 and 53623004

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2015-03-03