The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1563-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Fenugreek Capsules Recalled Due to Foreign Material Contamination

Vitality Works is recalling 100 vegetarian Fenugreek Capsules due to the presence of pen fragments. The affected bottles were distributed to retail customers in 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 involving foreign object contamination (pen fragments) in a dietary supplement with no reported illnesses or injuries. Foreign objects present a concrete risk of harm through choking or gastrointestinal injury if consumed, warranting a High severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling 100 vegetarian Fenugreek Capsules (90 count, 600mg) due to the presence of foreign material—specifically, pieces of a pen.

The affected product (Lot 2023-06871, expiring 07/2028) was distributed to 55 retail customers representing 284 individual stores throughout the United States. Distribution occurred via parcel shippers, with the distribution chain notified on August 24, 2023. A total of 1,025 bottles were distributed.

Consumers who have purchased this product should discontinue use. For questions about this recall or if you have already consumed the product, contact Vitality Works, Inc.

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-material
  • choking-hazard

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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