NOW Foods

Recall #F-1131-2016 · Initiated 2016-03-18

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What happened

NOW Foods is recalling Gingko Biloba 60mg supplements (white and orange bottle with blue cap, 120 capsules) because they contain soy lecithin that is not listed on the label. Two bottles were affected and distributed across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Who is at risk

People with soy allergies or sensitivities should be concerned, as consuming this product could trigger an allergic reaction.

What to do

If you have a soy allergy and purchased this product, stop using it immediately. Check your supplements to see if you have one of the recalled bottles, and contact NOW Foods or your retailer if you do. Consult your doctor if you've consumed this product and have experienced any allergic symptoms.

Product

Gingko Biloba 60mg packaged in a white and orange bottle containing 120 capsules. The bottle has a blue cap and white lettering.

Reason for recall

Undeclared soy lecithin in 5 dietary supplements.

Quantity affected

2 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# 1969778, Batch# 582552

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2017-07-21