Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported November 27, 2013
Flex, Maximum Flexibility, Item number 21-601, dietary supplement, 90 capsules per bottle. The Flex product is a dietary supplement in capsule form containing vegetable glucosamine HCL, chondroitin sulfate (shark cartilage), organic microalgae (aph. flos-aquae) and chicken cartilage. The serving size is 3 capsules and the suggested use is one 3 capsule serving per day.
Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage.
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New Algae Company recalled Flex, Maximum Flexibility, Item number 21-601, dietary supplement, 90 capsules per bottl… - a critical-severity action.
Flex, Maximum Flexibility, Item number 21-601, dietary supplement, 90 capsules per bottl… was recalled by New Algae Company in November 27, 2013. Reason: Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0216-2014 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
New Algae Company issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- November 27, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0216-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0216-2014) was formally reported on November 27, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 23, 2013. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. New Algae Company is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Klamath Falls, OR. Federal records list the affected scope as 103 bottles (90 capsules per bottle).
The documented reason for this recall is: Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed nationwide.. 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, 2 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.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food 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 high severity.
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Affected scope
103 bottles (90 capsules per bottle)
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Flex, Maximum Flexibility, Item number 21-601, dietary supplement, 90 capsules per bottle. The Flex product is a dietary supplement in capsule form containing vegetable glucosamine HCL, chondroitin sulfate (shark cartilage), organic microalgae (aph. flos-aquae) and chicken cartilage. The serving size is 3 capsules and the suggested use is one 3 capsule serving per day.
Reason for recall
Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0216-2014 |
| Date reported | November 27, 2013 |
| Date initiated | October 23, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | New Algae Company |
| Firm location | Klamath Falls, OR |
| Affected scope | 103 bottles (90 capsules per bottle) |
| Distribution | Distributed nationwide. |
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.
- Check the recall number (F-0216-2014) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. 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? ▼
Flex, Maximum Flexibility, Item number 21-601, dietary supplement, 90 capsules per bottle. The Flex product is a dietary supplement in capsule form containing vegetable glucosamine HCL, chondroitin sulfate (shark cartilage), organic microalgae (aph. flos-aquae) and chicken cartilage. The serving size is 3 capsules and the suggested use is one 3 capsule serving per day.. Recalled by New Algae Company. Units affected: 103 bottles (90 capsules per bottle).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Flex dietary supplement product is recalled because the finished label does not declare shark cartilage.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 27, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0216-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distributed nationwide..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0216-2014) 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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