PlainRecalls
ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Food recall · Reported November 16, 2016

Monocal, Calcium & Fluoride Supplement, 100 Tablets; Mericon Industries, Inc., Peoria, Illinois 61615; UPC: 0394-0105-02

Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride.

Recall #
F-0419-2017
Affected scope
158 bottles
Initiated
September 23, 2016
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with FDA Food →
View my saved recalls

Mericon Industries Inc. recalled Monocal, Calcium & Fluoride Supplement, 100 Tablets; Mericon Industries, Inc., Peoria, Il… - a moderate-severity action.

Monocal, Calcium & Fluoride Supplement, 100 Tablets; Mericon Industries, Inc., Peoria, Il… was recalled by Mericon Industries Inc. in November 16, 2016. Reason: Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0419-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Mericon Industries Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
November 16, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0419-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0419-2017) was formally reported on November 16, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 23, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Mericon Industries Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Peoria, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 158 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: NC, MA, NJ, WI, IA, one customer in England. 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

-1000100200300400 20072010201320162019202220252026 9
Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

158 bottles

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Monocal, Calcium & Fluoride Supplement, 100 Tablets; Mericon Industries, Inc., Peoria, Illinois 61615; UPC: 0394-0105-02

Reason for recall

Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride.

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-0419-2017
Date reported November 16, 2016
Date initiated September 23, 2016
Recalling firm Mericon Industries Inc.
Firm location Peoria, IL
Affected scope 158 bottles
Distribution NC, MA, NJ, WI, IA, one customer in England

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-0419-2017) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • 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?
Monocal, Calcium & Fluoride Supplement, 100 Tablets; Mericon Industries, Inc., Peoria, Illinois 61615; UPC: 0394-0105-02. Recalled by Mericon Industries Inc.. Units affected: 158 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Dietary supplement contains excess amount of fluoride.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 16, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0419-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: NC, MA, NJ, WI, IA, one customer in England.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0419-2017) 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.

Nearby Recalls in This Category

Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.

Compare this recall with Blue Bull Extreme Male Enhancement Supplement, total of 15 … →

Browse all Dietary Supplements recalls →

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 16, 2016. 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.