The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1562-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Fenugreek Capsules Recalled Due to Pen Pieces Contamination

Vitality Works is recalling fenugreek capsule bottles due to the presence of pen pieces in the product. The contamination affects 1,025 bottles distributed to retail customers across the United States.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard—foreign pen pieces in capsules—poses a potential risk of choking or ingestion injury, but the theoretical nature of the risk and absence of reported harm place this in the High category per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling Fenugreek Capsules (90-count, 600mg, packaged in 150cc Amber Glass Bottles) with Lot Number 2023-06871 (expiration date 07/2028) due to the presence of pen pieces in the product.

The contamination was caused by foreign material—specifically pieces of a pen—found in affected bottles. These pieces pose a potential choking hazard and risk of injury if ingested.

The recall affects a total of 1,025 bottles distributed to 55 retail customers, representing 284 individual retail locations throughout the United States. Distribution occurred via small parcel shippers (UPS, FedEx). No foreign distribution or distribution to U.S. Government agencies occurred.

Consumers who purchased this product should stop use immediately. Those with affected bottles should contact the retailer for a refund or return the product to the point of purchase. If you have consumed this product and experience any adverse effects, contact your healthcare provider or poison control.

The recalled product

Product
100 vegetarian Fenugreek Capsules 90 count, 600mg, packaged in 150cc Amber Glass Packer with White Polypropylene Cap.
Manufacturer
Vitality Works, Inc
Category
Food — Dietary Supplement
Hazard
  • foreign-object
  • choking

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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