NOW Foods

Recall #F-1130-2016 · Initiated 2016-03-18

Plain-language summary

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What happened

NOW Foods is recalling 57 bottles of Elderberry 500 mg capsules because they contain soy lecithin that wasn't listed on the label. This is a Class II recall, meaning there is a potential health risk but the product is unlikely to cause serious harm.

Who is at risk

People with soy allergies or sensitivities should be concerned, as undeclared allergens can trigger allergic reactions.

What to do

Check if you have this product—it comes in a white and orange bottle with a blue cap and contains 60 capsules. If you do and have a soy allergy, stop using it and contact NOW Foods or your healthcare provider. Even if you don't have an allergy, you may contact the company for a refund.

Product

Elderberry 500 mg packaged in a white and orange bottle containing 60 capsules. The bottle has a blue cap and white lettering.

Reason for recall

Undeclared soy lecithin in 5 dietary supplements.

Quantity affected

57 bottles

Distribution

Distributed to 499 consignees in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY and PR. The one foreign consignee is Natulab in Japan.

Lot / code info

Lot# 1966914, Batch# 582660

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2017-07-21