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Allergy Research Group
Recall #F-1636-2013 · Initiated 2013-05-29
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Allergy Research Group is recalling Wholly Immune Powder and Complete Immune Powder because they were made with soy-based ingredients from a specific supplier, and the products contain lead. The company discovered this manufacturing issue through their contract manufacturer.
Who is at risk
People with soy allergies or sensitivities should not use this product, and those concerned about lead exposure—especially pregnant women and young children—should avoid it.
What to do
Stop using this product if you have it at home. Check your containers for the UPC codes 13947-73560 or 13947-73820. Contact Allergy Research Group or your retailer for a refund or replacement, and speak with your doctor if you have health concerns.
Product
Wholly Immune Powder, Total Immune Nutrient Support; 300 gram (10.6 oz) and 900 gram ( 31.7 oz.) containers. Also packaged as Complete Immune Powder and packed in 300 and 900 gram containers. Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 level scoop one or two times daily, mixed with desired liquid or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. California Proposition 65 warning: this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. UCP 13947-73560 and 13947 73820 formulated exclusively for Allergy Research Group, Alameda, CA 94502.
Reason for recall
Allergy Research Group received word from their contract manufacturer, ABCO Laboratories, that two of their products have been manufactured with soy based products from CHS Inc. at it Ashdod, Israel facility.
Quantity affected
3000 units of 300 gr powder bottles' 1869 units of 900 gr bottles
Distribution
Distributors, Wholesalers, healthcare providers and retail customers in the USA. Nutrilink in England and DeltaStar in the Netherlands are distributors in Europe.
Lot / code info
Product number 73560, 53560 - 300 gr. Lot numbers: 11030685, Exp 6/1/13; 11030686, Exp 6/1/13; 11100829, Exp 11/1/13; 11100835, Exp 11/1/13; 12010362, Exp 4/1/14; 12061214, Exp 8/1/14; 12061217, Exp 8/1/14; 13010635, Exp. 2/1/15. Product number 73820, 53820 - 900 gr. Lot numbers: 11030676, Exp Jun 2013; 11030686, Exp 6/1/13; 11100836, Exp 11/1/13; 12010363, Exp 4/25/14; 12061215, Exp 8/1/14; 12061218, Exp 8/1/14; 13010636, Exp 2/1/15;
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2013-08-28
Recalling firm
Allergy Research Group
2300 N Loop Rd
Alameda, CA 94502-8009
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.