The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1571-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Fenugreek Capsules Recalled Due to Pen Fragments

Vitality Works is recalling fenugreek capsule bottles due to contamination from pen fragments. The affected lot is 2023-06871, distributed to 284 stores 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: FDA Class II recall for foreign material (pen fragments) contamination in supplement capsules. The material poses a potential choking or injury hazard. The recall notice does not mention reported illnesses or injuries. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products without documented injuries score 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling Fenugreek Capsule bottles due to contamination with foreign material—specifically, pieces of a pen (writing utensil) found in the product.

The affected product is a 90-count bottle of 100 vegetarian Fenugreek Capsules (600mg) in 150cc amber glass packaging with white polypropylene caps. The affected lot is 2023-06871, which expires in July 2028.

Distribution was limited to 55 retail customers representing 284 individual stores across the United States. The product was shipped via UPS and FedEx. The distribution chain was notified on August 24, 2023.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not use it and should consult with a healthcare provider or the FDA if they have concerns about their health.

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

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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