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FDA Food recall · Reported November 20, 2013

Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle under the following brand names: 21st Century Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle. HyVee Digestive Eymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle.

This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chloramphenicol.

Recall #
F-0165-2014
Affected scope
6483 bottles
Initiated
November 1, 2013
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21st Century Healthcare, Inc. recalled Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle under the following brand names: 21st Century D… - a moderate-severity action.

Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle under the following brand names: 21st Century D… was recalled by 21st Century Healthcare, Inc. in November 20, 2013. Reason: This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chlo…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0165-2014 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

21st Century Healthcare, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chlo….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
November 20, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0165-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0165-2014) was formally reported on November 20, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 1, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. 21st Century Healthcare, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Tempe, AZ. Federal records list the affected scope as 6483 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chloramphenicol. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US States: FL, OH, MN, WA, CA, UT, SC, TN, IA.. 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, 1 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

6483 bottles

Related Recalls

6

1 from same agency

Product description

Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle under the following brand names: 21st Century Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle. HyVee Digestive Eymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle.

Reason for recall

This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chloramphenicol.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0165-2014
Date reported November 20, 2013
Date initiated November 1, 2013
Recalling firm 21st Century Healthcare, Inc.
Firm location Tempe, AZ
Affected scope 6483 bottles
Distribution US States: FL, OH, MN, WA, CA, UT, SC, TN, IA.

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

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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?
Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle under the following brand names: 21st Century Digestive Enzymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle. HyVee Digestive Eymes, 60 Capsules/Bottle.. Recalled by 21st Century Healthcare, Inc.. Units affected: 6483 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
This voluntary recall is initiated because raw material used may contain trace amounts of the antibiotic chloramphenicol.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 20, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0165-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US States: FL, OH, MN, WA, CA, UT, SC, TN, IA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0165-2014) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported November 20, 2013. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.