Kirkman EnZym-Complete Recalled for Potential Chloramphenicol Contamination
Kirkman Group is recalling specific lots of Maximum Spectrum EnZym-Complete dietary supplements because they may contain chloramphenicol above 0.3 ppb.
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: The FDA classified this recall as Class II, which corresponds to a 'Severe' severity score under the rubric, as it involves a potential health hazard that could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Plain-English summary
Kirkman Group Inc. is recalling Maximum Spectrum EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV Fruit Free w/Isogest dietary supplements, Item # 0869A-120 and 0932-120. The recall involves 2,273 bottles, with 1,735 bottles distributed in the US and 538 bottles distributed outside the US. The affected lot numbers are 53854008, 53854010, 53854012, and 53854014.
The recall was initiated because the product contains a raw material that may contain more than 0.3 ppb of chloramphenicol. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II.
Consumers should check their inventory for the specific item numbers and lot numbers listed above. If they have these products, they should stop using them and contact the recalling firm for instructions on return or disposal.
The recalled product
- Product
- Maximum Spectrum EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV Fruit Free w/Isogest, Kirkman brand, Item # 0869A-120 and 0932-120.
- Manufacturer
- Kirkman Group Inc.
- Category
- Food — Dietary Supplement
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 (4)
- LOT number: 53854008
- 53854010
- 53854012
- 53854014
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Kirkman Group Inc. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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