Severity
Low
LowClass IIITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported February 14, 2024
Protocol for Life Balance, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 707359123922. NOW Foods, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 733739023926.
Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label
Now Foods recalled Protocol for Life Balance, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 70735… - a low-severity action.
Protocol for Life Balance, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 70735… was recalled by Now Foods in February 14, 2024. Reason: Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0859-2024 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Now Foods issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label.
- Low
- severity level
- Class III
- classification
- February 14, 2024
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0859-2024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0859-2024) was formally reported on February 14, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 10, 2024. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Now Foods is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Bloomingdale, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 12,051 bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide and exported to China, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, Portugal, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia. 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 - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products 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 low severity.
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Affected scope
12,051 bottles
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Protocol for Life Balance, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 707359123922. NOW Foods, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 733739023926.
Reason for recall
Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0859-2024 |
| Date reported | February 14, 2024 |
| Date initiated | January 10, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | Now Foods |
| Firm location | Bloomingdale, IL |
| Affected scope | 12,051 bottles |
| Distribution | Nationwide and exported to China, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, Portugal, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia |
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-0859-2024) 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? ▼
Protocol for Life Balance, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 707359123922. NOW Foods, Phosphatidyl Serine 300mg softgels, 50 count bottle, UPC 733739023926.. Recalled by Now Foods. Units affected: 12,051 bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Amount of Phosphatidyl Serine in product is less than stated on the label
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 14, 2024. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-0859-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide and exported to China, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, Portugal, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0859-2024) 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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