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FDA Food Critical Class I Terminated

ELV ALIPOTEC brand MEXICAN TEJOCOTE ROOT SUPPLEMENT PIECES (RAIZ DE TEJOCOTE MEXICANO SUPLEMENTO EN TROZOS), NET. WT, 0.3 0Z (7g)

Reported: March 6, 2024 Initiated: January 6, 2024 #F-1000-2024

Product Description

ELV ALIPOTEC brand MEXICAN TEJOCOTE ROOT SUPPLEMENT PIECES (RAIZ DE TEJOCOTE MEXICANO SUPLEMENTO EN TROZOS), NET. WT, 0.3 0Z (7g)

Reason for Recall

FDA analysis found product labeled as tejocote is actually contains yellow oleander, which is toxic to humans.

Details

Units Affected
113,500
Distribution
TX, CA, AZ, NC, GA, OR, WA, NM
Location
San Antonio, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ELV ALIPOTEC brand MEXICAN TEJOCOTE ROOT SUPPLEMENT PIECES (RAIZ DE TEJOCOTE MEXICANO SUPLEMENTO EN TROZOS), NET. WT, 0.3 0Z (7g). Recalled by World Green Nutrition Inc.. Units affected: 113,500.
Why was this product recalled?
FDA analysis found product labeled as tejocote is actually contains yellow oleander, which is toxic to humans.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 6, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1000-2024.