FDA recall record

Bio-Cat Pectinase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations recall — FDA F-0177-2014

Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.

Class IIclassification
F-0177-2014official record ID
Nov 27, 2013report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordF-0177-2014
CategoryFood Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBio-Cat Inc.
Report dateNov 27, 2013
Recall initiation dateSep 26, 2013
Quantity3276 kg total for all products
LocationTroy, VA, United States

Official product description

Pectinase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as pectinase 500, pectinase 1000, Pectinase 350 Endo-pg/gm, PC Blend 14, Nut 14-500, pectinase 3500, gastro blend 0111, Digestive Blend 021894, enzyme complex 5763, pectinase 1750, pectinase 350, EC-CHPX, enzyme blend for cyto grn, pectinase 150m, and Cellulase 3, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # PECCI, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: info@bio-cat.com Website: www.bio-cat.com***

Why the product was recalled

Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.

Distribution information

The products were distributed to manufacturers and distributors nationwide and to Canada.

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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