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General Nutrition recalls GNC Vitamin B-6 100mg 100 VEGETARIAN TABLETS DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS…: label issue

September 21, 2022 · General Nutrition Class III

Class IIIFDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Reason for the recallThe firm was notified by a customer that the bottle contains green and white capsules instead of the usual white round tablets. They contacted their manufacturer to investigate the issue and the manufacture stated that there was a problem at the filling line. Bottles labeled as Vitamin B6 actually contained Pycnogenol.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
General Nutrition
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Reported by FDA
September 21, 2022
Recall started
June 27, 2022
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.

  • GNC Vitamin B-6 100mg 100 VEGETARIAN TABLETS DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS Distributed by: General Nutrition Corporation Pittsburgh, PA 15222 UPC 0 48107 20584 3
    Quantity: 16,244/60 ct bottles
    Codes: Item Code: 255219, Lot no.: 2990IV2552 Best By: 08/24

Where it was distributed

Product was shipped to all 50 US states and the following foreign countries: BOLIVIA, CHINA, GUAM, GUATEMALA, HONDURAS, KOREA MILITARY, MONGOLIA, PHILIPPINES, ROMANIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH ARFICA & TURKS & CAICOS.

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?

General Nutrition recalled 1 product, including GNC Vitamin B-6 100mg 100 VEGETARIAN TABLETS DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS Distributed by: General Nutrition Corporation Pittsburgh, PA 15222 UPC 0….

Why was it recalled?

The firm was notified by a customer that the bottle contains green and white capsules instead of the usual white round tablets. They contacted their manufacturer to investigate the issue and the manufacture stated that there was a problem at the filling line. Bottles labeled as Vitamin B6 actually contained Pycnogenol.

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 was shipped to all 50 US states and the following foreign countries: BOLIVIA, CHINA, GUAM, GUATEMALA, HONDURAS, KOREA MILITARY, MONGOLIA, PHILIPPINES, ROMANIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH ARFICA & TURKS & CAICOS.

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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