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EarthLab Inc
Recall #F-1346-2022 · Initiated 2022-05-11
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
EarthLab Inc is recalling Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules because testing found higher than acceptable levels of yeast and mold in the product. The recall affects 1,213 units distributed nationwide.
Who is at risk
This is a concern for anyone who purchased this product, particularly people with compromised immune systems or mold sensitivities.
What to do
Stop using the product if you have it and check your bottle against the UPC 7 48840 14284 8 and product descriptions provided. Contact EarthLab Inc or your retailer for a refund or replacement.
Product
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per day day at 450mg Kava root. 90 counts per bottle. UPC 7 48840 14284 8. Kava Capsules older lots are packaged in 250cc Wide Mouth Amber Glass Packer, Black 45/400 PP ribbed skirt screw-top lid, clear neck band, Wise Woman Herbals Large botanical label. Kava Capsules newer lots are packaged in White polypropylene packer style bottle, White serrated flat-topped lid with foam liner, clear neckband, Wise Woman Herbals label.
Reason for recall
The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.
Quantity affected
1,213 units
Distribution
nationwide
Lot / code info
90KACA (90 indicates package size; KA indicates Kava; CA indicates capsule). Lots: 16754, 17157, and 17764-1. Best Used By for each lot: 10/22/21 (for 16754); 10/22/22 (for 17157); 1/26/24 (for 17764-1).
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2023-05-22
Recalling firm
EarthLab Inc
185 N Mill St
Creswell, OR 97426-9888
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.