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FDA Drug Low Class III Terminated

EPSOM SALT(Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate, USP), 50 lb multi-wall bag, Rx only, Manufactured by PQ Corporation, P.O. Box 840, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania USA 19482.

Reported: January 13, 2016 Initiated: October 29, 2015 #D-0564-2016

Product Description

EPSOM SALT(Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate, USP), 50 lb multi-wall bag, Rx only, Manufactured by PQ Corporation, P.O. Box 840, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania USA 19482.

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Level of iron exceeds the limit set by the USP monograph for it (USP limit is NMT 0.5 ug/g (ppm)).

Details

Recalling Firm
PQ Corporation
Units Affected
41,650 lbs. (833 bags)
Distribution
Kentucky
Location
Utica, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
EPSOM SALT(Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate, USP), 50 lb multi-wall bag, Rx only, Manufactured by PQ Corporation, P.O. Box 840, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania USA 19482.. Recalled by PQ Corporation. Units affected: 41,650 lbs. (833 bags).
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Level of iron exceeds the limit set by the USP monograph for it (USP limit is NMT 0.5 ug/g (ppm)).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 13, 2016. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-0564-2016.