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Vitamin Shoppe recalls The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Citrate Plus Magnesium & Vitamin D.: label issue

August 12, 2020 · Vitamin Shoppe Class III

Class IIIFDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Reason for the recallSample analysis revealed product is sub-potent for Vitamin D

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Vitamin Shoppe
Location
Secaucus, NJ
Reported by FDA
August 12, 2020
Recall started
June 29, 2020
Risk class
Class III
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Supplements and infant formula
Reason type
Labeling and quality

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Citrate Plus Magnesium & Vitamin D. 100 count (VS-1086; UPC:6653601086), 300 count (VS-1087; UPC: 6653601087), and 600 count (VS-1123; UPC: 6653601123).
    Quantity: 8,897 units
    Codes: Lot#182236

Where it was distributed

Product distribution unknown. Recalling firm does not track lot numbers. Vitamin Shoppe has 725 retail stores nationwide.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Vitamin Shoppe recalled 1 product, including The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Citrate Plus Magnesium & Vitamin D. 100 count (VS-1086; UPC:6653601086), 300 count (VS-1087; UPC: 6653601087)….

Why was it recalled?

Sample analysis revealed product is sub-potent for Vitamin D

What does Class III mean?

FDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Product distribution unknown. Recalling firm does not track lot numbers. Vitamin Shoppe has 725 retail stores nationwide.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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