The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1599-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Fenugreek Supplement Capsules Recalled for Foreign Material Contamination

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling 100 vegetarian fenugreek capsules (600mg) because some bottles contain pen fragments. Approximately 1,025 bottles were distributed to retail stores across the United States.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall without reported illnesses or injuries. Pen fragments constitute foreign material contamination but represent low-risk contamination, consistent with precautionary recalls.

Plain-English summary

Vitality Works, Inc. is recalling 100 vegetarian fenugreek capsules (600mg, 90-count) due to the presence of foreign material—specifically, pieces of a pen. The recall involves approximately 1,025 bottles.

The affected bottles were distributed to 55 retail customers operating 284 individual stores in the United States. Distribution occurred through small parcel shippers (UPS, FedEx). The affected lot number is 2023-06871, with an expiration date of July 2028 and bottom code reading FENUGRK PCAP 202306871 EXP 07/28.

Consumers who have purchased the affected product should discontinue use and return it to the point of purchase or contact the manufacturer for further instruction. This is an FDA Class II recall.

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

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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