National Enzyme Co

Recall #F-0770-2014 · Initiated 2013-10-30

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What happened

National Enzyme Co is recalling bulk NOW Digest Platinum BLK capsules (SKU 92101) because a raw material used in the product may contain chloramphenicol, an antibiotic, at levels above the safe limit. The affected product was distributed nationwide in the US and to several countries internationally.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased or is using NOW Digest Platinum BLK capsules from this batch should be aware, though the risk is considered low severity since this is a Class II recall.

What to do

Check if you have this product (SKU 92101) and stop using it. Contact the seller or National Enzyme Co for a refund or replacement. If you have concerns about your health after using this product, consult your doctor.

Product

Bulk 9843 NOW Digest Platinum BLK capsules, packaged in poly bags in corrugated boxes (for domestic distribution) or fiber drums (for international distribution) (SKU 92101).

Reason for recall

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

Quantity affected

3,847,856 bulk capsules

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: 92101011, 92101013, and 92101014

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2015-03-03