The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0756-2023·Announced 2023-04-19

Magnesium Citrate Tribasic Hydrate Powder Recalled for Microbial Contamination

Jost Chemical Co is recalling Magnesium Citrate Tribasic Hydrate powder due to elevated microbial counts above the manufacturer's specification. Lot 25350037 (3,300 pounds) was distributed to Florida.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class III recalls are typically rated 1 or 2. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. The hazard is elevated microbial contamination above specification, representing a precautionary safety concern for a dietary ingredient.

Plain-English summary

Jost Chemical Co is recalling Magnesium Citrate Tribasic Hydrate, USP, Ultrafine Powder sold in bulk 55-pound fiber boxes. The affected lot number is 25350037, totaling 3,300 pounds distributed to Florida.

The recall is due to Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC) levels that exceed the firm's specification, indicating microbial contamination in the bulk dietary ingredient.

The recalled product

Product
Magnesium Citrate Tribasic Hydrate, USP, Ultrafine Powder sold in bulk 55 lb fiber box.
Manufacturer
Jost Chemical Co
Hazard
  • microbial-contamination

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: 25350037

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • FL