Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0682-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Jarrow Formulas Inc. |
| Report date | Feb 7, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 15, 2018 |
| Quantity | 2853 units |
| Location | Los Angeles, CA, United States |
Official product description
Jarrow Formulas Liquid L-Carnitine; 16 fl oz. (475 ml) bottle, dietary supplement; product number 102006; UPC 7 90011 02006 6; Vitamin B5 10 mg; L-Carnitine 1000 mg; Other ingredients: Purified water, xylitol, glycerin, citric acid, natural lemon-lime flavor, nisin (as a preservative). Distributed exclusively by Jarrow Formulas Los Angeles, CA.
Why the product was recalled
A higher than normal micro result was found at the six month time point for one lot of Liquid L-Carnitine.
Distribution information
Nationwide distribution
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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