The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0464-2022·Announced 2022-01-19

Metabolix Joint Therapy Capsules Recalled for Undeclared Shellfish

NutraCap Labs is recalling Metabolix Joint Therapy Capsules because the product contains undeclared shellfish. Consumers with shellfish allergies who consume this product face an allergic reaction risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This recall is classified as FDA Class I by the agency. Under the rubric, FDA Class I recalls with allergen mislabeling of common allergens (shellfish) warrant a minimum score of 4, meeting the "Severe" label criterion.

Plain-English summary

NutraCap Labs LLC is recalling Metabolix Joint Therapy Capsules 60ct Bottle (UPC 7 28614 77275 4, Lot #2109313, expiration date 09/2023) because the product contains undeclared shellfish. The FDA discovered this hazard during an investigation.

The recalled product was distributed to the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MN, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WA. Approximately 80,169 bottles and jars are affected.

Consumers with shellfish allergies who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. Those who have consumed the product and experience allergic symptoms should seek medical attention. Consumers who have this product should contact NutraCap Labs LLC or speak with a healthcare provider for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Metabolix Joint Therapy Capsules 60ct Bottle UPC CODE 7 28614 77275 4
Manufacturer
NutraCap Labs LLC
Hazard
  • allergen-shellfish
  • undeclared-allergen

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • LOT #2109313 EXP DATE 09/2023

Distribution

Distributed in 26 states:

  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • IN
  • KY
  • LA
  • MD
  • MN
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WA