Zinc Oxide Powder (API) used in the manufacturing of dietary supplements .

Class I - Dangerous
Recalled: March 11, 2016 Zochem Supplements

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot # 700785; expiration date: 07/19/2017 (manufactured 07/20/15) - US Lot #700804; expiration date: 07/28/2017 (manufactured 07/29/15) - US Lot# 700792; expiration date: 07/22/2017 (manufactured 07/23/15) - Canada
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Zochem Inc.
Reason for Recall:
ZoChem Inc. received a complaint from a customer who noticed black specs of contamination in one specific lot (#700792) of product (zinc oxide) that they received, an investigation by ZoChem Inc. was launched . The retained sample representing this lot was analyzed and the contaminant was determined to be iron. The issue is potentially present in two other lots (#700785 & 700804) produced
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Zinc Oxide Powder (API) used in the manufacturing of dietary supplements .

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot # 700785; expiration date: 07/19/2017 (manufactured 07/20/15) - US Lot #700804; expiration date: 07/28/2017 (manufactured 07/29/15) - US Lot# 700792; expiration date: 07/22/2017 (manufactured 07/23/15) - Canada

Distribution:

Distributed in: CT, ON, US

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: F-1402-2016

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