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Kirkman brand 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg capsule dietary supplement, Folate 1667mcg DFE, 5000mcg Folic Acid, 120 capsules per package, UPC 8 12325 02354 7. Manufactured exclusively by: Kirkman, Lake Oswego, OR 9703,

Reported: May 15, 2024 Initiated: March 12, 2024 #F-1222-2024 366 bottles units

HTO Nevada Inc DBA Kirkman issued this FDA Food recall on May 15, 2024. Classified as Low severity (Class III). Approximately 366 bottles units are affected. The recall was issued because: Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1222-2024) was formally reported on May 15, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 12, 2024. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. HTO Nevada Inc DBA Kirkman is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lake Oswego, OR. Federal records indicate 366 bottles units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate 1667mcg DFE. The front label correctly declares… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 2 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Low

Units Affected

366 bottles

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product Description

Kirkman brand 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg capsule dietary supplement, Folate 1667mcg DFE, 5000mcg Folic Acid, 120 capsules per package, UPC 8 12325 02354 7. Manufactured exclusively by: Kirkman, Lake Oswego, OR 9703,

Reason for Recall

Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate 1667mcg DFE. The front label correctly declares product as 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg (or 1000mcg).

Details

Units Affected
366 bottles
Distribution
Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
Location
Lake Oswego, OR

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1222-2024
Date reported May 15, 2024
Date initiated March 12, 2024
Recalling firm HTO Nevada Inc DBA Kirkman
Units affected 366 bottles
Distribution Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

366 bottles units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Kirkman brand 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg capsule dietary supplement, Folate 1667mcg DFE, 5000mcg Folic Acid, 120 capsules per package, UPC 8 12325 02354 7. Manufactured exclusively by: Kirkman, Lake Oswego, OR 9703,. Recalled by HTO Nevada Inc DBA Kirkman. Units affected: 366 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate 1667mcg DFE. The front label correctly declares product as 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg (or 1000mcg).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 15, 2024. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1222-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1222-2024) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. Recall severity varies based on the likelihood and degree of potential harm to consumers. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).