Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported November 20, 2013
Empirical Labs Building Health Vascuzyme; 90 Capsules Dietary Supplement
Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol.
Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated recalled Empirical Labs Building Health Vascuzyme; 90 Capsules Dietary Supplement - a moderate-severity action.
Empirical Labs Building Health Vascuzyme; 90 Capsules Dietary Supplement was recalled by Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated in November 20, 2013. Reason: Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chlora…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0155-2014 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chlora….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 163 units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- November 20, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0155-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0155-2014) was formally reported on November 20, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 21, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Fort Collins, CO. Federal records list the affected scope as 163.
The documented reason for this recall is: Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed to ID, MN, and SC. Foreign distribution to Sweden. No military/govt/VA consignees.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Dietary Supplements recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 2,002 dietary supplements recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
163
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Empirical Labs Building Health Vascuzyme; 90 Capsules Dietary Supplement
Reason for recall
Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0155-2014 |
| Date reported | November 20, 2013 |
| Date initiated | October 21, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated |
| Firm location | Fort Collins, CO |
| Affected scope | 163 |
| Distribution | Distributed to ID, MN, and SC. Foreign distribution to Sweden. No military/govt/VA consignees. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Empirical Labs Building Health Vascuzyme; 90 Capsules Dietary Supplement. Recalled by Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated. Units affected: 163.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 20, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0155-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distributed to ID, MN, and SC. Foreign distribution to Sweden. No military/govt/VA consignees..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0155-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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