The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1587-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Vitality Works Fenugreek Capsules Recalled Due to Foreign Material Contamination

Vitality Works is recalling 1,025 bottles of Fenugreek Capsules due to contamination with pieces of a pen (writing utensil). The affected product was distributed to 284 retail 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: This FDA Class II recall involves physical contamination (pen pieces) that poses a risk of choking or injury if the product is consumed. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the severity rubric, risk-of-harm products without reported injury warrant a High severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling 1,025 bottles of vegetarian Fenugreek Capsules (600mg capsules, 90 count per bottle). The recalled product is packaged in 150cc amber glass bottles with white polypropylene caps and is designated as Lot 2023-06871, which expires July 2028.

The recall is due to contamination with pieces of a pen (foreign material). Pen pieces in the product could pose a choking or injury hazard if the product is consumed.

The recalled supplement was distributed to 55 retail customers representing 284 individual retail stores located within the United States. Distribution occurred through small parcel shippers such as UPS and FedEx. There was no distribution to foreign countries or US Government agencies.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. They should contact Vitality Works, Inc. or their retailer for instructions on returning the product or obtaining a replacement.

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
Hazard
  • foreign-material
  • choking

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.