National Enzyme Co

Recall #F-0782-2014 · Initiated 2013-10-30

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What happened

National Enzyme Co is recalling its Bulk A957 Nutra Med Digestive Bulk powder (SKU 83318) because a raw ingredient used to make it may contain chloramphenicol, an antibiotic that is not approved for use in dietary supplements sold in the U.S. The affected powder was distributed across the U.S. and to several other countries.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased this specific product should be aware of the recall, though the risk depends on whether they actually consumed it and their individual health circumstances.

What to do

If you have this product, stop using it and contact National Enzyme Co or check the FDA website for instructions on returning it or getting a refund. If you have health concerns after using this product, consult your healthcare provider.

Product

Bulk A957 Nutra Med Digestive Bul powder, packaged in varying quantities within poly bags within corrugated boxes (for domestic distribution) or fiber drums (for international distribution) (SKU 83318);

Reason for recall

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

Quantity affected

98.67 kg of powder

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: 83318002, 83318003, and 83318004

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2015-03-03