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FDA Food recall · Reported April 17, 2013

NewChapter Probiotic Elderberry, 90 vegetarian capsules bottle. Dietary Supplement UPC: 7-27783-00123-8

The product may contain an undeclared allergen soy

Recall #
F-1299-2013
Affected scope
1,004 bottles
Initiated
March 13, 2013
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New Chapter, Inc. recalled NewChapter Probiotic Elderberry, 90 vegetarian capsules bottle. Dietary Supplement UP… - a critical-severity action.

NewChapter Probiotic Elderberry, 90 vegetarian capsules bottle. Dietary Supplement UP… was recalled by New Chapter, Inc. in April 17, 2013. Reason: The product may contain an undeclared allergen soy. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1299-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

New Chapter, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-The product may contain an undeclared allergen soy.

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
April 17, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1299-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 3,781 children & baby products recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

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

Product description

NewChapter Probiotic Elderberry, 90 vegetarian capsules bottle. Dietary Supplement UPC: 7-27783-00123-8

Reason for recall

The product may contain an undeclared allergen soy

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1299-2013
Date reported April 17, 2013
Date initiated March 13, 2013
Recalling firm New Chapter, Inc.
Firm location Brattleboro, VT
Affected scope 1,004 bottles
Distribution AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI

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-1299-2013) 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?
NewChapter Probiotic Elderberry, 90 vegetarian capsules bottle. Dietary Supplement UPC: 7-27783-00123-8. Recalled by New Chapter, Inc.. Units affected: 1,004 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
The product may contain an undeclared allergen soy
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 17, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1299-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI.
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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